Does your dog have cancer? Lymphoma in the Dog. Vet explains symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 พ.ค. 2024
- *This video is for entertainment and educational purposes only. If your pet is sick, take them to see your local veterinarian for the care they needed* (Disclaimer)
Hi everyone! My name is Dan, and I am a veterinarian.
Today I am talking about Dog Cancer. Lymphoma is a type of cancer in dogs. I have a lot of owners call or come into the clinic, and the first thing they ask is, "Does my dog have cancer?". Owners will notice that they dog's lymph nodes may be enlarged. Once an owner notices large lymph nodes they might start to panic or worry about their dogs health.
When a dog comes in with a possible cancer diagnosis, my goal is to figure out as quickly as possible if we are dealing with cancer or is there inflammation or infection causing the swollen lymph nodes. Just like people, the lymph nodes on a dog drain regions of the body of infection or inflammation. If there is inflection or inflammation, the lymph node can be very swollen and painful at that location.
When it comes to lymphoma or cancer of the lymph nodes, I as a veterinarian and looking for a few key things. The most important thing is that multiple lymph nodes will be swollen. Because this dog cancer effects the whole body, all of the lymph nodes or a majority of the lymph nodes will be enlarged. In this video I cover where all these lymph nodes can be found.
I also cover how a veterinarian may sample the lymph node to get a diagnosis and then treatment options of dog lymphoma.
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Oh my word thank you for making these videos , seriously i truly appreciate you doing this Dan in so many ways ! You help us be at ease by giving us informarion and helping the pets by helping us !
You are very welcome. I am glad they help!
@@DanTheVeterinarian Absolutley, know they are making a difference and your not wasting your time by doing these :)
On another hand i have a peculiar case if ya want to hear about it
9 year old american bulldog swollen lymphnodes on her hind legs and mass on her abdomen ( blood test came back amazing execpt for her 1 higher kidney test ,
Came out of no where and went downhill to this point within 1 week
shes still eating and drinking but her eating habbits are spotty and certain foods
I am waiting for the vet to open tomnorow morning ,
Heres my question:
What test would you do next , fine needle aspirate or x rays ?
I know its tough without seeing the dog
Shes not overweight healthy (65lb bulldog)
@@mathewlagendyk8778 my 11-year-old American bulldog pit mix Diesel is suffering from lymphoma stage 4 primarily around his throat area and back hind legs. Curious if you found anything that is working with your dog?
I have been giving her prednisone fir a week now and the nods have not gone down and the breeding is worst :-((
Our 15 year old foxie has just been diagnosed with cancer😢 he still runs around like a 2 year old but the symptoms are there. Choosing when to leave him is the hardest part.
My 10 years old yorkie, Bella, was diagnosed with Lymphoma GI (duodenum). The vet give her only one month. I cry every day since a received the bad news. She wasn't eating or walking. I started giving her cbd for dogs (during the night), life gold, Mushroom defense, Petandim and blood builder during the day and prednisone. Also, I'm giving her Cell Food (oxygen-1 drop with water). She looks better every day, but I'm scare that this last for short time only. I'm trying to focus in giving her a quality of life and to enjoy every little moment.
Hey I know this is an older comment but how's Bella doing?
Sadly she died. I did everything I could. I missed her a lot@@Mordecaialivanoshea 😥😢😢
My yorkie also has cancer. It’s so scary
My 12 yr old Border collie, best friend love of my life seemed to be in great health. Perfect weight, was eating great with vegetables & added protein to 1/2 recommended taste of the wild feeding.
He fetched ball 20 minutes a day for a good workout. He seemed fine when I left for work. When I got home he was sad loooking , would not get up without help. I took him out and he went 1&2.
He was walking but he didn’t seem right. Slow not playful. I thought he may have hurt something playing ball the previous day. He is kind of a big baby and he has twisted Foot or leg and limped for a day in the past. That’s how he acted so I thought I would see how he was in the am. He was worse. Couldn’t get up. It was Sat morning, I live in a small ski town and the 3 vets in town had all left for thanksgiving. I had to drive 2 hrs to a emergency 24 hr clinic in Denver.
They said I needed to put him down. They thought he had cancer or tumor that burst. I got the opinion of 3 vets including 1 I had known for 40 yrs.
In less than 24 hrs my dog went from hard play and exercise to having to be put down. It’s killing me, my boy.😭😢😩
I am so sorry, Maximus. It sounds like you gave him a loving and blessed life.
@@DanTheVeterinarian thanks, I tried. My poor boy.😢
That's my thought as well..My poor Molly 😭... So sorry about your boy
@@WendyJ0 Thanks, Almost a year and its still painful. Talk to my scout who's next to my desk everyday.Good Scout.
We are sorry for your loss. Unfortunately experiencing the last days/weeks of my furry friend
Thank you for your insight and kindness ❤We cant afford chemo😔 our vet is great, Quality of life and comfort care, gonna love on our 10yr old girl as long as we have left
So buy him panacur, 3 days a weedkm 8 weeks ion total, cucurmin, bo kibble food, just meat, eggs, yogurt,apigenin, berberin, no CAAAARBs. HE will be ok, and dandeloin tinkture everyday for 6weeks
My lab/pit just turned 4 beginning of july and he is the most energetic, playful happy doggie and loves to eat!! We found out he has lymphoma and that really tore me apart. Hes my best friend and my comfort. This is really rough news to hear and just reading about it tears me apart and im so scared i dont want to lose him
Me too mines is 5
@@cdog6843 we had to put my baby down today.. 😔
Me 2 I have a boxer pit mix who just turned 6 and we are so scared 🥺🤕
I have a 5yr old Great Dane. Her underjaw lymph nodes and knee lymph nodes are swollen. We don’t have the definitive news, but it feels imminent.
Edit: As of October 16th, she’s gone.
@@waybisplayz7301 I’m so sorry about your baby… 🖤
I’m sorry to hear about everyone’s dog. I found out last Saturday my pitbull has lymphoma and he is only 4 years old. It breaks my heart and I had him since 3 months. Very energetic dog but now it’s like he is a completely different dog and it’s hurts to see him like this
I am so sorry, Daniel.
I am awaiting results to get a confirmation on my dogs diagnosis but the evidence is highly suggestive of some kind of lymphatic cancer. My dog just turned 7 and he is also a pitbull and I have seen the sudden change in him as well. From playful to hungry all the time to lethargic and not wanting to eat :( Prayers for you and your family. Please let me know if there’s an update on how he is doing
@@jesseniaperez1862 we took him to see about chemotherapy. It is pretty expensive and was told that it may not help him last longer. We got steroids for him and he is actually back to normal. My only thing is he has lost a lot of weight because he wasn’t eating but he is eating now and playing. So far the steroids are definitely helping. I just don’t know if he will get his weight back or when he leave us
@@danielsilas6101 I’m awaiting the final cytology reports but I too have been given the chance to do chemotherapy or steroids as well at home and just see what happens. Sending you lots of virtual support on your journey it’s definitely a very difficult one.
My 5yo Pomeranian was diagnosed with Lymphoma last month and was given a prognosis of about 1 month. She stopped eating and was vomiting. I thought she had a blockage. I never dreamed it was cancer. She's had three treatments of chemo at $7000 for six months. Pet insurance would have covered most of this cost but I didn't have it. It will extend her life by a year. It wasn't an easy decision to make, but even after only 3 treatments she's back to normal with absolutely no negative side effects.
I'm thankful I get to enjoy her life for another year. I'm so sorry about your dog. ❤️
Thanks Dan, this helped with my understanding of my dogs condition. Also you have very nice hair.
Great video Dr. Dan, thank you! I just learned that Winston, our dog who is a Bernese Mountain Dog, has Lymphoma. He's only 5 years old. Very difficult to witness as he's been an incredible dog and friend! His 1st day of Chemotherapy was yesterday. We took Winston to Colorado State University Flint Hospital in Ft. Collins, Oncology division. CSU has been wonderful thus far.
Hi Jonathan, I am so sorry to hear about Winston's diagnosis. They are really great over there in Ft. Collins. I wish you and Winston the very best.
@@DanTheVeterinarian Thank you Dan! It's amazing how attached one gets with their pets. Winston has been an incredible best friend. Let us know if you ever make it to Colorado. Be well.
Please update
My 8 year old American pit bull was diagnosed in June. She has 2 treatments left. When I noticed her lymphnoids under her jaw were the size of walnuts I knew that was bad. But about 10hours after her first treatment the swelling had gone down. She's doing awesome. Big shout out to Metzger animal hospital in state college Pennsylvania
Thank you for sharing, Johnny! I am glad to hear your doggy is feeling better. Thanks for all your hard work Metzger Animal Hospital!
Do they give chemo therapy?
can you give us an update on your pup??
What did they treat the dog with?
I had put my dog down cuz my doctor said she had horrible lymphoma and a heart murmur plus her lungs where enflamed , this broke my heart cuz me and my family fed her healthy food and walked her everyday so I don’t understand . My vet said she would only have 3 months to live after we did the chemo and surgery . In the end my family and I decided to put her down cuz I don’t want my baby to suffer anymore and it was the hardest choice I ever had to make and my heart is still hurting from that decision.
I am so sorry.
My golden retriever 10 yrs old had lymphoma, vets ran tests and said the numbers look like cancer and he only had two days left to live so we took him to some ER clinics to find out what was wrong with him and all the testing they did after they came to the conclusion it was lymphoma so we made him as comfortable as possible and put him down. Prior to diagnosis he was having a hard time getting up for months and it was getting worse and worse and noticeable. Then he started not eating good and at the final stages he was puking and couldnt really move all that well. Super sad i still miss him.
I’m sorry to hear, my golden was recently diagnosed as well. She’s 10, Im sorry for the pain and hope you’re doing ok. Wish dogs could live forever 😔💔
Mines is five. She is a lab suffering from lymphoma stage 3.5 I’m crying.
Heartfelt to everyone who has had to go thru this with their beloved pet. Ours is 16 and her large lymphoma has been bleeding after she fell and it scared over. Every time she gets up to walk around, it bleeds. She is so happy and fun! I guess we will go to the vet on Monday. We are so sad....
I am so sorry to hear this.
Hey Dan, this was so helpful. Do the symptoms of Lymphoma share any similarities with those for GOLPP? Earlier his vet had suspected GOLLP (Laboured breathing, some loss of appetite) but now suspects Lynphoma because of a swelling near an armpit (aspirated samples have been sent to the lab for further analysis as I write this). I am trying to get more information to be better prepared. Thank you!
That was awesome on describing the steps, just came back from the ER with my dog and he has swollen lymph. Doctor said the cells are similar to cancer.He is hurting cannot breath well. I’m so sad doctor prescribed amoxicillin and gave him pain medication. As a family we are deciding what to do next. Rex is 1 year old shih tzu. My daughter 9 years old is taking it so hard. It’s sux! Please pray for him!!!
I am so sorry, Jimmy! Please let me know how Rex does. He is so young. 😢🙏. Prayers.
@@DanTheVeterinarian Rex is not doing again! Barely moving, hard time breathing. I setup to see an oncologist but can’t see him until April 28 due to Covid. My family in so much pain. Next step is to do biopsy. Right now he is on prednisone and clavacillian. You think I should just keep him on this until he see the oncologist or euthanasia if he continue to grow week. Also what is the chance of a 1 year old dog surviving all of this. I am just lost right now. Thanks for hearing me out and hope to hear from you.
@@jimmyphay9689 you posted this 4 months ago I'm wondering if your poor little puppy got better?
@@jimmyphay9689 me too. My 1yr old chi is having the same problem. I'm worried about her.
This so helpfull my dog diagnosed just yesterday whe we are bring her to the vet.she is 12yrs old.
im so devastated
So sorry. 😢
I just found out my Theo, 13 year old lab, has Lymphoma today. Doctor prescribed prednisone and an antibiotic due to respiratory infection. Tears my heart apart. But thank you for the video.
I hope the prednisone helps Theo feel better.
@DanTheVeterinarian 5 doses later, it's doing wonders. He's eating again, but we had to switch to wet food only. He won't eat dry kibble anymore. He hasn't wanted to for almost a month. I wish I knew sooner what to look out for. But that's okay, if the Prednisone helps, that's what matters. He's eating and drinking again. I've had to lift him into a standing position a quite a few times a day for weeks, but today only once.
You’re amazing. Thank you for explaining this clear and concisely. I’m going through a possible diagnosis with my 3 years old dog. Either Lymphoma or Leptospirosis or possible Hepatitis. My dog presented with vomiting and after extensive tests, ultra sounds, fine needle samples, and IV fluids, the vets still have no idea. She seems to be improving after two days with electrolytes, fluids, and the integration of doxycycline. Blood work on Monday to see if her liver enzymes have lowered (the only major issue internally) and one small inflamed lymph node, which I assumed was due to the possible infection. She has no other lymph nodes inflamed or swollen. I’m just so confused how my vets can’t figure it out. Waiting on the lepto results
Hi Taylor! It sounds like you and your doggy are going through a lot. I hope the very best for a speedy and full recovery!
I lost my sweet girl on September 22.. it’s been so hard! She took a piece of my heart with her.
I feel so guilty, I didn’t know Rottie are prone to Lymphoma. I wish I could’ve done something to prevent it.
Thank you for giving the breakdown. My almost 2yr old Boerboel just had an aspiration done today because on his 2 week check up from his ACL surgury the vet saw the mass on his hind lymphnode (area). He also lost 13 lbs in 2 weeks :( I'm just really sad right now, knowing that no matter what I do we are looking at 2 -12 months on average. He is the sweetest dopy dog.
That is so sad! I am so sorry.
My 8 year old black lab/Australia shepherd was diagnosed with Lymphoma March 9th 2023 after not eating and falling over, they said she wouldn’t have a normal life even after doing treatment. We ended up putting her down. She also had a sister same breed and age. She was great but October 22nd 2023 she fell over and passed. When we brought her to the vet she was considered DOA so they didn’t do any testing but I feel like she had Lymphoma too. 😭 I raised them since they were a month old. It feels different without them.
We inherited my moms dog Barbadus. She passed away in March. I work at an animal hospital. He had been feeling lethargic with decreased appetite. Vomited once, I noticed his submandibular lymph nodes were swollen, like a gulf ball, his cervical lymph nodes are swollen as well, his popliteal lymph nodes are also swollen. We did a fine needle aspirate on Monday. Still pending cytology results. He’s a 6 year old bully. Smh 🤦♀️ I’m losing the other thing left that I have of my mom.
I am so sorry. Thank you for all you do for the animals at your animal hospital.
Found out my 12 year old shih tzu has lymphoma. Vet recommended chemotheraphy. Hopefully she'll be able to get the chance as she is showing symptoms already.
Is there a lymph node on the bridge of the snout? My doggy had a pea size knot arise on the top of her snout for for day and that went away as fast as it arose. (?)
Awww, my 17 yrs old aspin creamy is now suffering from swollen arm pit. :( Its so depressing seeing her like that :( we did what we needed to do. Huhuhu..
11 year old Bulldog started with a blister-like on the jaw. It grew to a quarter size and did biopsy. Lymphoma or T-cell. Was told to do prednisone and oral chemo. The only thing is regardless of treatment maximum would be 4-6 months. Is this worth it?
Hey - so informative thank you! I'm awaiting the results of my 1 yr old pup's biopsy as we also found multiple swollen lymph nodes on his body. Are these symptoms always a case of Lymphoma or are there still other things it could be? We're trying to stay hopeful :(
Hi Emily! I am so sorry your doggy's lymph nodes are swollen. Yes, it is possible your doggy has everything from infection or inflammation too. This is why we always do a biopsy to get the diagnosis. Lymphoma is a horrible cancer that does not care about the dog's age and it does affect all the lymph nodes. I have seen it in very young dogs. I hope the biopsy is good news.
@@DanTheVeterinarian Thanks Dan, it's helpful to get a second opinion! The results came back inconclusive. They said it could be lymphoma as he has been getting sick often, so they recommended a specialist. However, his nodes have since gone down and his behaviour/ eating, is back to normal. We're not sure how to proceed because the specialist is very expensive and would be pointless if he's no longer sick! Any advice?
Did you find out what it was? My dachshund is 2 and has multiple swollen lymph nodes, they did a fine needlework aspiration and the results come back inconclusive so he has a biopsy on Friday. They said either wait it out or do a biopsy which I went for to be certain! I’m struggling with this! Hes completely fine in himself just the swollen lymph nodes
My dog's left hind leg is swollen twice the size of his right. I took him to the vet, she did an xray and gave him some antibiotics. The xray showed his leg was alright, but the meds didn't help. Last week I noticed a lump on his right arm pit but kind of on his side. I have had a feeling it was lymphoma. I will be calling the vet in the morning. He's 12 and has my heart. I pray he's OK.
I am so sorry, Amie! I hope your vet visit goes well. Take care, Dr. Dan
@@DanTheVeterinarian appointment is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon. Thank you for this video. This information is invaluable to us doggy parents.
@@Valkyrieslikemead was everything okay??
@MaKayla yes!!! Its really weird. She did an exploratory surgery. She thought there was a projectile inside his leg that got infected but she couldn't find anything. No thorns or anything. She stitched him back up and we have a leg that is still twice the size as the other leg for no reason. 🤷♀️
@@Valkyrieslikemead glad to hear everything was fine! I’m having to take my dog to the vet about a lump Friday!
I just found out my best friend my 11 year old dog has lymphoma. I cannot afford chemotherapy the doctor recommended we give her prednisone but I’m worried about the side effects .
I just found a possible enlarged inguinal lymph node on my 5 year old large dog. I’m having so much anxiety waiting for the appointment. It’s on his left side of abdomen/groin sort of between abdomen and leg. It felt smaller and squishy but firm if he stretches out. So anxious it’s lymphoma. There’s only one swollen though.
I hope the very best for you doggy! Best of luck at your appointment.
Did you ever find out what it was? We found the same thing on our dog and are really nervous about it.
My girl just turned 10 and I noticed both lymph nodes on her neck are swollen she makes a weird noise when she breaths almost like snoring my vet passed away and there isnt one close by to take her. Going to try some home remedies to see if it helps
I am sorry to hear this, Steph.
hi. you probably wont read this or might not even bother to reply. i have a beautiful golden boy who is turning 10 this january, and was recently diagnosed with lymphoma. nodules are scattered on his lungs and liver, chemo is an option but the our vet is not confident considering his age and the location of the cancer. i have been to other vets for consult, and they all said the same. they have never tried chemo on a senior dog.
would you recommend chemo for my old boy?
i’d very much appreciate your advise on this.
Hi Anne, I am deeply sorry to hear about your golden boy. If you have not consulted with a veterinary oncologist, that would be the next step to see if there is anything you can do.
my sweet sweet baby of 14 years just got diagnosis with lymphoma . She has no symptoms except the swelling around the neck area. She's still loves to play, runs around with her sisters, and is still sassy and loves her treats. The vet says she has about 2 months. I just don't understand. How can a dog that looks so healthy be dying so quickly?? this is normal?? I feel so confused but IDK if I'm just in denial.
Please tell me your thoughts on putting a dog on a ketogenic diet that has lymphoma? Thank you
I dont know of any studies that show pros or cons. Sorry...
My rottweiler started limping suddenly. Like he was walking properly till night and in afternoon he was limping. So i checked his leg. There was no injury but at the bottom of leg before feet he had pain, he stopped eating and drinking so I put is leg in luke warm water... 2 day letter his leg was swallen. 5 days later a fluid started coming out of leg. He pooped blood. Doctor gave injection after that he was drinking water alot. And vomiting water 10-15 times. Now his secong leg is also started collecting the fluid. Can it be cancer? Previously He had tumer there... Symptons look like Alimentary lymphoma
I'm going through this. Happened suddenly. I'm taking him in tomorrow.
Hi Dr. Dan . My German shepherd has got a big lump on her neck. Dr prescribed some medication and says she doesn’t have much time with us. I am so heart broken. I love her very much. She is breathing loudly, And I feel her heart gets weaker everyday by breathing loudly. Please advise me, thanks a lot Dan
I am so sorry Sepali. If you want to do more beyond your vet, ask for a referral for an oncologist.
Thanks Dan, I will try to do that
Highly appreciated your fast reply
Hopefully you can answer this. My dog is a Shetland sheep dog at 12 years old and around Christmas time this past year my dog wasn’t eating as much as he used to. At first we thought he was just being picky. But as of just a few days ago. He has multiple swollen lymph nodes. Took him to the vet and they said they couldn’t conclude what he had based off the tests they did. I was doing my own research and came across Rheumatoid Arthritis on dogs. It had various of the same symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and loss of appetite. There were also some other symptoms that came along with it like tonsillitis and kidney disease. And my dog has kidney disease as well. He also is stiff in the joints and all that arthritis stuff. So I’m just wondering what you think. Should we assume it’s lymphoma or could it be Rheumatoid Arthritis?
He also isn’t lethargic at all. He always wants to play and run around so that’s why I’m a little confused
It is really important to confirm a lymphoma diagnosis if it is there. A second opinion or a follow up with your vet is needed. Best of luck! I hope your doggy feels better.
@@DanTheVeterinarian Ok. We are should be seeing the vet again here soon. Just since my dog is older and has kidney disease, a biopsy doesn’t seem likely just because putting him under could put more stress on his kidneys. So hopefully they can get enough info just from a needle sample. And thank you again!!!
My dog just got diagnosed 8 yr old brindle. Depressing
I am so sorry, Julius.
Can I ask how she is
So there was this bump on the tongue of my 5 year old beagle girl Litchi. The vet could take the bump out completely and send for biopsis. The report says "Hematoymphoid neoplasm". Does this mean short life expectancy even with medication? Really nervous
Give your vet a call and get some clarification. They should be able to let you know prognosis.
My best friend Snoopy probably has this. He has a mass growing at the base of his heart. I don't have money for chemotherapy I have been giving him supplements and he's on prednisone. The inflamation has gone down a lot. I'm just wondering if supplements alone can cure it. I'm hoping and praying that it can because I cannot imagine my life without my precious Snoopy. He is only 9 years old and he misses walking so much. I've walked him pretty much every day his whole life because he loves it so much. Now he hasn't got to go in one month exactly today. I'm so broken hearted I can't focus on anything except trying to help him.
Next dog get pet insurance. Tryst me.
Just checking for an update on your dog? I'm going through the exact same thing with my 11-year-old American bulldog.
@@dj8010 hi thanks for asking. By miracle my Snoopy is still with me. He turned 10 June 11th. I didn't expect that he would have made it this long. He's definitely a lot worse but still good enough I'm not putting him down yet. I hope and pray he just goes in his sleep. It will kill me either way as he's the best boy I've ever had. And I love him so much.
@@dj8010 I read your message again and now I don't know if you were asking me or not. Sorry if you were talking to the author of the original post 😬
My dog was just diagnosed with Lymphoma today. All her nodes swelled up literally 3 days ago.
So sorry to hear this
@@DanTheVeterinarian Thank you. She passed away on Apr. 23rd. It progressed so fast.
Doc, my dog has good appetite and drinks a lot of water. But she really got a swollen neck like a golf size ball on the right side. I hope it’s not Lymphoma 😢😢😢💔 I can’t…
Whatever it is, you got this, Stella. Go see your vet as soon as you can.
@@DanTheVeterinarian Thanks Dr. Dan! It means a lot.
Any update??
Any update ?
My three year old dog has just been diagnosed. She seems just like normal, so it's really hard to believe. I don't know how to cope.
My 5yo dog was just diagnosed. We opted for chemo. She's had 3 treatments. Good luck ❤️ it's heart wrenching.
@Flanclanman. I know exactly how you feel. Our 8 year old dog was diagnosed on 2/14/23. We are heartbroken. Like your dog, she seems normal. When she wakes up, she is so happy and cannot wait to have breakfast. She literally dances all over the house. She naps a lot, but that is normal. She goes for a walk every day. She is the sweetest baby and although she has the big lump under her neck, I think “what if she is really ok?”. We are retired and we have always had pets. We know that she and her brother will be our last dogs. We are getting older and it is hard to find people who will take your animals, especially if there are two of them and they are older. We are just heartbroken over this. Our vet has done a complete blood panel, anesthesia, biopsy, chest X-ray, and exam. (I agree with the statement about getting pet insurance). We have done a lot of research and it is sad how many dogs get this. We don’t have real kids, so we spoil our pets; they have always been fed nutritious food, received their vaccines, and take heartworm and flea/ tick medicine. They sleep with us and go on vacation with us. We cannot imagine not having her in our life. Prayers go out to you and your little dog. As you said, it is difficult to cope with this.
@@allthebest744 I'm so sorry. I hope you can enjoy all the time you have left.
Bella was incredibly spoiled for the last few weeks of her life. She got to eat lots of human food, went on lots of walks, got all the cuddles and brushing, saw all her favourite places, people and four-legged friends. Apart from the lumps on her neck and her drastic weight-loss, she seemed just like normal right up to the last couple days. She didn't know she was ill. I'm glad she didn't suffer.
I miss her constantly.
@@ShannonLH1108 I hope your dog is doing ok. All strength to you
@ Flanclanman. I am so sorry for the loss of Bella. It’s obvious she was loved very much and I’m sure she enjoyed all of the extra treats and outings. It is very difficult to go through, because it is hard to believe it is really happening. Thank you for responding. My heart goes out to you. ❤️
How can i contact you i have a female 14 years old. She’s suffering from a big guilty right under her right leg.
Talk with your local vet.
My little dog has something behind his legs. It’s bigger than a pea and it has been there since forever. It’s squishy kinda. It that a lymph node?
Same
Could be a non cancerous or it could be a very slow growing tumor. DMSO helps the swelling and pain.
My 11 yr old Border Collie was diagnosed with Lymphoma stage 3a. All Lymphonodes are swollen but normal appetite. I don't exactly have a bunch of money to throw at it. My dog is like my kid. Am I wrong to dismiss chemotherapy for cost & quality of life issues? I haven't given him steroids yet.
I am so sorry to hear about your doggy. You are not wrong. It is all about quality of life when a dog has cancer.
@@DanTheVeterinarian Thanks for the reply Doc. I appreciate it. I've been reading about sum success people have had using CBD oil to treat Lymphoma in dogs. Is this treatment just to comfort the dog? Does it actually help keep cancer cells in remission once remission is achieved? Any advice is appreciated. Its very hard to wrap my head around my dog's prognosis because aside from his swollen glands & shortness of breath he seems normal.
I use ashwagana for mine
@@H8er-Maker did you find any more information? I think my dog has this cancer. Cytology in 2 days … 🙁
My 11year old westie got diagnosed on 12/01/21 with lymphoma. My heart is breaking. He’s on steroids and all his lymph nodes bar one shrunk back to normal size. He’s eating, he’s walking but sleeps a lot and steroids make him drink a lot and panting.
I am so sorry, Victoria.
@@DanTheVeterinarian thank you. Glenn is such a gentle westie. He’s been helping rescue dogs in cognitive behavioural therapy. He’s calm, gentle and had a calming effect on several rescue dogs who were coming from abusive homes which isn’t a common westie trait. I wish I could afford his chemotherapy to give him more time. As I said my heart is breaking.
@@finnthewestiefinnmccool5916 that is so great that you help rescue dogs! It sounds like you are doing a great job with his care. I get to do rescue work at the animal hospital I work at, and it is so great to see those doggies and kitties get great homes!
Can I ask how he is doing now ?
Is Glenn doing ok now ? Asking for some hope
Do you have any theories as to why so many young dogs end up with this?
Hi Shannon, I do not know. I will touch base with an oncology friend and see if they have any info for you.
My dogs lymph nodes under neck were swollen but with initial antibiotics and steroids they reduced to normal but after 2 weeks they started swelling back do this happens in lymphoma, do antibiotics and steroids reduce swelling due to lymphoma?
Sorry to hear the swelling has returned. Steroids will reduce the swelling for a little time, but the swelling will return. Talk with your vet about the swelling returning.
Also look at Turkey Tail mushrooms from a company called REALMUSHROOMS. You can do Fenbendazole but for short periods of time. Maybe do 3 weeks and switch to the mushrooms. Do the soaks and the Rutabaga cleanse religiously. Your dog will be okay. Cancer is not a death sentence if you know what to do. Drugs steroids and antibiotics will make your dog more sick and yes, he will die sooner if you do that.
@@DanTheVeterinarian we have started chemotherapy for her 8 weeks of remission so far hope for best
This is the worst kind of cancer. It works quickly and the animal pet best friend has little chance of getting well soon.
My dog is dying from this. Right now he's at the vet cause he could barely breath anymore.
I am so sorry. 😢
We just found out that our basset Blu who is only 6 has lymphoma.
I am so sorry, Jeremy. Lymphoma is a horrible disease, and it does not care about a dog's age.
@@DanTheVeterinarian she didn't respond to the shot they gave her. So she had her first round of oral chemo and has responded to it so some good news finally. Now they think it's leukemia.
@ Jeremy. I hope Blu is doing well. ❤
My dog got this after a vaccination for canine influenza
My dog is about 11 or 12 years old took her to the vet ,she has a big growth on her nipple it's getting bigger they wanted to charge me $3,300
If my dogs legs are swollen just now is it an emergency to take her now?
I don’t know. I would have a vet look at your doggy, so you know what is going on.
@@DanTheVeterinarian ok😞 I’m worried sick they’re extremely swollen and red, but she is acting normal. As it Saturday my usual vet isn’t open so I’m struggling with taking her to an emergency clinic or not. I appreciate the response.
@@mackenziekoeppen9029 so what was it?
My 4 year old dog Hannah just got this type of cancer and she's been given 6 months to a year.... This will be a very hard time for everyone including her brother zeb.. he has major separation anxiety and I cannot imagine how broken he will be after Hannah is gone forever...
What causes it???
We dont know
So what you just told me is my dog is going to die sooner rather than later.
Dose lymphoma kill the dog
Hi Spike, lymphoma is a cancer that does lead to death. When your vet does a biopsy, the results will give you and idea of how long the dog has.
@@DanTheVeterinarian NO NO NO NOOOOOO MY DOG KIGHT HAVE THAT IM PRAYING AND SOBBING RIGHT NOW I DONT WANT TO LOSE MY BEST FRIEND
@@DanTheVeterinarian is there a cure
@@Spike-yf8si please tell me what that cure is because I don't have money for chemotherapy.
@@RameyRocks there is no cure🥺
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Hope all is well. Thanks for the smiley face.
Why don't these vets ever talk about feeding our pets clean unprocessed foods? All they talk about are needles, knives, drugs and tests. Sad.
Thanks for sharing. Lymphoma is sad.
@@DanTheVeterinarian that's true. I'm sorry for my harsh comment. It's not personal. I lost two pets to cancerous tumors. I really feel that what I fed them for 5-6 years gave them the tumors (processed pet foods). You can say that I am against all man-made chemicals.
Why do even veterinarians mispronounce "veterinarian"? 🙄
I didn’t know I had been…but I do have a speech impediment. Thanks for watching!