FAQ

A high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet with healthy fats and antioxidant-rich foods is recommended for dogs with mammary tumors to support immunity and overall health.

Surgical removal is the best treatment for mammary tumors in dogs, with spaying and additional therapies like chemotherapy or NSAIDs considered based on malignancy and stage.

A high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet with added omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants is generally recommended for dogs with mammary tumors to support immune function and reduce inflammation.

Surgical removal of the tumor or affected mammary glands is the best and most effective treatment for mammary tumors in dogs, especially when performed early.

A high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids is recommended for dogs with mammary tumors to support immune function and limit tumor progression.

The spread of mammary cancer in dogs varies; about 50% of tumors are malignant, and among these, a significant proportion metastasize quickly—often to the lungs or lymph nodes.

Canine mammary cancer is staged using the TNM system from Stage I (small tumor, no spread) to Stage V (any size tumor with distant metastasis).

Yes, dogs with mammary tumors may experience pain, especially if the tumors ulcerate, become inflamed, or are of the aggressive inflammatory carcinoma type.

Life expectancy varies significantly depending on the tumor’s type and stage. Dogs with benign tumors or early-stage malignant tumors can live for years post-surgery, whereas advanced or metastatic cancer often leads to a much shorter lifespan, sometimes only months.

Dog mammary cancer is staged using the TNM system, which considers tumor size, lymph node involvement, and metastasis. The stages range from I (small, localized tumors) to V (any size tumor with distant metastasis).