December 19, 2022
Discovered a mass at the base of Hooch’s tail, on the underside – at the outer part of his anus.
December 22, 2022
An exam and fine needle aspirate performed by our primary veterinarian determined that the growth needed to be removed and biopsied to determine clean margins and tumor type.
The mass is suspected to be a perianal adenoma, a benign type of hepatoid gland tumor. These types of tumors can also be malignant (adenocarcinomas) and borderline malignant (epitheliomas). We are extremely hopeful due to the following statistics:
- (1) 80% of hepatoid gland tumors are found to be perianal adenomas (benign)
- (2) adenocarcinomas (malignant) are uncommon
- (3) epitheliomas (borderline malignant) are rare
January 10, 2023: Mass Removal
Surgery was performed at our primary veterinarian’s office and a the mass was send to pathology.
January 17, 2023: Pathology Report
Pathology report showed that the mass was a hepatoid gland tumor. There are Luckily Hooch’s was a perianal adenoma which is benign! These tumors occur most commonly in intact (unneutered) dogs or male dogs who have been left intact until a later age.
Cancer Checks Should Be Done At Least Once A Month
I know there are certain areas of a dog that are difficult or unpleasant to examine (like the anus), but please remember that checking your dog thoroughly at least once a month can truly be a life-saver.
Not sure how to examine your dog? I’ve included a complete guide below on how to do a Canine Cancer Check from Chase Away Canine Cancer below for your reference:
What was your dogs recovery like? I’m so glad you had a good resolution! My dog just had this same diagnosis. His tumor is a lot smaller. You can barely see it. I’m so upset. My dog is my soul mate. I don’t think Milo’s is cancer. Can you tell me about the recovery from surgery?
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Thank you for the information- just got a biopsy and should get the results in 7-14 days. My Gunny is only 3 years old and I’m praying it’s benign.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey
Keeping your Gunny in my thoughts and prayers and praying the biopsy in benign! I’m glad Hooch’s story has helped you a bit!
My lab Dexter has the same thing. Last night it started bleeding and surgery is evident. How long was the recovery time and did he have a lot of pain? My husband is taking him to the vet this morning, and I am so concerned.
I am so sorry to hear that Dexter had this – we were told surgery was the only way to get rid of it. Hooch did great and had a quick recovery – I think he had exercise restrictions for about a week? …. And he has had zero issues since then! Please do keep me posted and don’t hesitate to reach out along the way – happy to be supportive if and when I can!