Black crusty or ulcerated lump on dog’s ear

Dear MP,
From the photos you submitted, your dog’s age, and the rate of growth of this lump, I suspect it may be a mast cell tumor. These tumors can appear as a single solitary lesion, usually after vaccinations have been given. If they are surgically removed, it seems that more will appear.

Here are some suggestions:

1. No more vaccinations. A holistic veterinarian can write an exemption form for you.

2. Give the homeopathic remedy Thuya 30c or 200c, ONE Pellet by mouth one time daily for 3 days, then STOP, and do not give any more. Wait 3-6 weeks and observe the growth.

3. Diet–continue to eliminate grains, but do not feed DRY DOG FOOD. Look for a canned food or better yet, a RAW diet for him. See our page on 10 Best Dog Food Options.

It would be best for a holistic veterinarian to monitor the case. If the Thuya does not completely make this growth go away, there is probably a more appropriate ‘constitutional’ remedy indicated that will be more obvious to a veterinarian that can examine your dog ‘in person’.

Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

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Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

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DISCLAIMER: This educational advice is based on the depth of your question and the picture you submitted. The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.

Related Pages:
– Canine Tumors (Dog Cancer),
– Dog Warts,
– Ask a Vet Online Library – Canine Tumors/Dog Cancer Section

Just an update. After about a month of this growth turning completely black and looking like a huge scab it fell off. The ear healed on it’s own and there is a little scar where the fur is trying to grow back. Dog seems healthy and unaffected. Thank you for your advice.
MP

‘If the body can create it, the body can take it away’. A quote from my teacher, Dr. Richard Pitcairn, author of ‘Natural Health for Dogs and Cats’.

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Click here to find a holistic veterinarian in your area. Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

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Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

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by clicking the like button at the top of the left margin. Thank you!

DISCLAIMER: This educational advice is based on the depth of your question and the picture you submitted. The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.

My dog has one of these black ulcerations on his ear that is getting larger. In the beginning the spot was smaller I thought at first it was a embedded tick but nothing came out nor was there anything in the area. After reading the response on what it maybe makes sense. My dog was at the Vet about 2 months ago and he did get shots then, the area was not there at that time as I would have said something. I think that area has been there now for about 1 1/2 mths. I plan on making him an appt since it is getting larger, My question is do these procedures for removal of lesions cost alot?? Is this something that can be put off it is about the size of a large pea or should it get attention immediately???

Hi Jessica,
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“If the body can make it…the body can take it away”

Yes…because the body can take away it’s on malignant tumors and metastasized cancers…..

February 23, 2015

Dear MCK,
You wrote,
poor use of words
by: MCK

“If the body can make it…the body can take it away”

Yes…because the body can take away it’s on malignant tumors and metastasized cancers…..
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From your response, I *think* you are saying that if it is ‘benign’ then the body can take it away, but if it is malignant and metastasized then the body cannot take it away.

In essence that is correct. If the Vital Force is strong, then a lesion, tumor, or cancer that appears, will remain localized. And if the patient has good nutrition, good genetics, minimal stress in its life with lots of love, that cancer or tumor, (not necessarily just benign tumors) will disappear.

On the other hand, if the patient is weak, genetically susceptible, or has too many vaccinations, poor diet of dry dog food, minimal love and attention, the small lesion can quickly grow, become malignant and metastasize.

Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

DISCLAIMER: The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.