by Adria Gloude
(Watertown, NY)

Wart

Wart

My dog has this red bump on her ear. Is it a wart? Before it had a scab as if she scratched it and made it bleed, but now it is just big, red and out there.

Comments for Dog Wart or Not?

Apr 13, 2012My Online Vet Response for: Dog Wart or Not?
by: Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

Hi Adria,
From the photo and very little history, it looks more like a histiocytoma, or possibly a mast cell tumor.

Histiocytomas are growths found in dogs between the ages of 6 months to 2 years.

Mast cell tumors are found in older dogs, over 2 years of age.

A benign wart does NOT start off with a scab and grow that rapidly.

I would suggest you seek the help of a holistic veterinarian for differentiating what it could be, also your dog needs some good support for the immune system, and NO MORE VACCINATIONS!

Following are a few good immune supplementation options:

1. Missing Link Canine Formula
2. Immuplex from Standard Process
3. OrthoMolecular Specialties, Mega C Powder

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

Please keep us posted by coming back to this page and clicking the ‘click here to add your own comments’ link below.

Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

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.

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May 19, 2013Did you take he / she to the vet?
by: Anonymous

My 7 month puppy has the same thing . Did you take her to the vet .? If so what did they tell you? & did it go away?


May 21, 2013My Online Vet Response for: Dog Wart or Not?
by: Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

May 21, 2013

Dear Anonymous,

Adria has not responded regarding her dog’s response to my suggestions. If you have a question regarding your 7 month old dog, perhaps you would like to subscribe and submit some photos?

I am happy to help, but we only accept new questions from subscribers (the original question above was from a subscriber).

Dr. Carol Jean Tillman


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