Canine Cancers

About 1 in 4 dogs will develop cancer at some point in their life, and about half of dogs over 10 will develop cancer.

Some common types of cancer in dogs include:

Mast cell tumors

The most common skin cancer in dogs, accounting for about 11% of skin cancer cases. These tumors can be benign, but they can also be serious and even life threatening.

Melanoma

A highly aggressive cancer that can appear in the mouth, nail bed, or footpad. It can spread throughout the body.

Lymphoma

A generic term for a group of cancers that originate from lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell that helps the immune system fight infection. There are more than 30 types of lymphoma that can affect dogs.

Osteosarcoma

The most common bone cancer in dogs, affecting 95% of all bone tumors in dogs. It’s highly aggressive and often weakens nearby bone, which can lead to a fracture.

Hemangiosarcoma

A malignant tumor that originates from the cells that line blood vessels. Because blood vessels are throughout the body, hemangiosarcomas can develop anywhere.

Squamous cell carcinoma

A rare cancer of the nasal planum, the hairless tip of a dog’s nose. It’s most often seen in males and in Labrador Retrievers.

Soft-tissue sarcoma

A collection of malignant tumors that affect connective tissues, such as fat, muscles, and cartilage. They can show up anywhere on the body, but are typically found on the limbs, chest, or abdominal wall.

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