Tumors in dogs occur very frequently, especially as a dog ages.  They can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Both kinds of tumors can be harmful to your dog, though benign tumors are less likely to cause problems unless they are located in an area that will cause difficulties for your dog.  Tumors can occur on your dog’s skin and affect nearly every organ.  They can be treated in various ways, depending on how advanced they are and their location.

Causes of Tumors In Dogs

In basic terms, tumors in dogs occur when cells multiply more than usual at a site.  the growth can be fast or slow.  slow growth usually represents less of a danger to the dog and is more likely to be benign.  a fast-growing tumor is more aggressive and more likely to be cancerous.

Many different things cause tumors to begin to grow.  Some researchers theorize that preservatives in dog food, such as ethoxyquin, may stimulate the growth of tumors.  Others suggest things in the dog’s environment such as lawn chemicals, vaccinations, flea sprays, and other chemicals may cause tumors.  the truth is that nobody really knows right now, just as the causes of many human cancers are unclear.  it is probably impossible for you to protect your dog from all of the things that he encounters on a day-to-day basis which could potentially cause tumors. you should simply use caution and your best judgment to keep your dog safe.

Symptoms of Tumors in Dogs

The symptoms of tumors in dogs will vary depending on the location of the tumor.  Skin tumors are the easiest to detect since they are on the dog’s skin where you can see them.  If you groom your dog regularly you should be able to detect any skin growths, lumps or bumps that your dog develops from week to week. If your dog has a new growth that looks suspicious you should take him to the vet to have it seen about.

Internal tumors are more difficult to detect and you probably won’t know about them unless your dog displays symptoms to alert you.  you should notice general symptoms that something could be wrong with your dog such as the following:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting or coughing up blood
• Blood in the stool
• Lethargy
• Pale gums and mucus membranes
• Excessive thirst
• Increased urination

If your dog is displaying some of these symptoms he could have a serious problem that requires a vet’s attention.  Take him to the vet for a diagnosis.

Diagnosis

If your dog is displaying some of the symptoms listed above your vet may need to do a complete blood count and blood chemistry panel.  he or she may also do a urinalysis and take x-rays.  If necessary, your vet may take an ultrasound. Your vet will be checking your dog’s organs to see if there are signs of a tumor.  the exact tests involved will depend on the kind of tumor your veterinarian suspects. Your vet will also talk to you about your dog’s symptoms and his veterinary history.  And he or she will perform a physical exam on your dog.  In some cases a biopsy may be needed to take a tissue sample of a tumor, if one is found. Your vet will need to find out if the tumor is cancerous or not.

Treatment of Tumors in Dogs

If a tumor is found then your vet will need to talk to you further treatment.  Treatment will partly depend on whether the tumor is benign or malignant, the location of the tumor, and its size.  In most cases surgery is the first choice of treatment when it is possible, so that the entire tumor can be removed.  If this is not possible, then other options are explored, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

You may wish to talk to a veterinary oncologist to make sure you are getting the most up-to-date information about your dog’s treatment options.

Your dog’s prognosis will depend on many factors including his general health, age, the size and location of the tumor, and how advanced it is, as well as what kind of treatment is available. Tumors in dogs are often successfully treated and many dogs live long, healthy lives after they are removed.

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My dog has been vomiting a lot lately and im afraid it may be from the recalled pet foods that killed those pets. he vomits brown stuff

take him to a vet as soon as possible. he needs to have its stomach "washed" by the vet.

well all the dog food i noe of is brown. and theyve ben poisonin dog food so take him to the vet. theyll take some samples/ give him something to stop the vomiting and take tests to c if its true. dont wait, or it may b 2 late…

Is he or was he eating the recalled foods??

menufoods.com/recall

Should see the vet.. He'll tell you what's wrong. if he is vomiting brown, then it's likely blood.. Could he have gotten into something else?

Yeah, vomitting is one of the symtoms! Get your dog to the vet asap to get him checked out! good luck!

no energy
drinking a lot of water
peeing a lot
vomiting

Vet asap

i'd take him to the vet as soon as possible, and as you probaly already know, dont keep feeding him the same food. ask your vet what you should feed him. he might give you a list of brands.

My German Shephard was pretty old but over all in good health. she died 2 days after eating the Ol' Roy brand of recalled dog food. she ate it Tuesday, she wouldn't eat anything on Wednesday, and she died Thursday.Is there going to be a large lawsuit against the company?

First and most important…SO SO SO sorry for your lose. I HATE losing pets….yet we keep them till the end knowing they will get old and die. That's the price of unconditional love I guess.
Anyway…yes. Vomiting, fatigue, urinating ALOT…are symptoms. although I'm not a vet, I am not so sure this was from the food. Alot of times it takes longer than 2 days to kill them. It may have been a mix of her old age as well. Maybe another underlying illness with no obvious symptoms. If you want to feel better about it, ask your vet his opinions.

Again, so so sorry!!!!!!!!!!

Sandy

I had a pet die of kidney failure a few years ago. unfortunately, symptoms of kidney failure normally do not show up until it is too late, and a 70-80% loss of function. The signs of kidney failure include jaundice (in animals look for a yellowish ting on their paws, nose, eyes, and other visable skin like in their ears), lethargy, vomiting, decreased appitite, no appitite, constipation, pruritis, and tremors.

I am truly sorry for the loss of your dog. There most likely will be a lawsuit and the best advice I can give is to contact a lawer. Good luck.

won't eat won't drink tender on sides

it'a really not ol'roys fault. its menu foods, thats who makes the canned food for many premium/non premium companies. the signs are lethargy, loss of appetite, diarrhea/vomiting, and excessive water drinking. you may be able to get money back, but i really hope some action is done. i know when diamond had it's recall there were lawsuits filed…i dont know if it was a money refund or a remodel of the company….

I am so sorry to hear about your dog. that has to be heartbreaking.

The symptoms that people have been reporting have been that their pets were sluggish and had stopped eating and drinking. I know that at least one lawsuit has been filed already. Here is a link to the site regarding that.

merchantlaw.com/petfood.html

You know whats sick? The menu foods brand knew about a month before they initiated the recall that their food was contaminated, but choose not to tell anyone.

I would imagine there will be tons of law suits against the company given the national attention. If you feel your dog is suffering from the ill effects of bad dog food, get your pet to the vet ASAP. There's a possibility the damage can be reversed with prompt treatment.

Visit the following web site for additional information:

caninekidneyhealth.com/

Symptoms include loss of appetite, loss of energy, diarrhea, vomiting, and excessive thirst or urination.

Im sorry about your dog thats so sad and some symptoms of kidney faulure our-blaking of the gums,and exarating pain in side/lots of rolling around on the floor those our the only ones i know of sorry, and yes i think there is a lawsuit aginst the company but im not sure if its true.
well i hope this helped agin i am sorry about your dog that's realy sad but she's in doggy Heaven know and you will see her agin one day