Expert: Herbs, NuVet Plus Supplements, Dog/Cat Food Recipes; ( Marie) - 4/13/2008

Question
She has changed her habits just recently so I know she is not feeling well.  The xanthoma is located on her rear and it is getting very large and possibly weighing her down.  Today I have noticed that her xanthoma has a vein running through it and I am afraid it will rupture.  Should I consider putting her to sleep?  Is there a risk of it rupturing and her suffering all the more?  Also, are there any alternative ways medically to help soothe her or even heal her.  I have been feeding her sea kelp since I have read that iodine is important in her condition.  Thank you kindly.

Answer
Hi Sara - so sorry about your little Tiny.  I have never had a pet with a xanthoma of that size.  Has your vet offered steroid treatments at all?  Also, I tied to do some research for you but found very little on canine xanthomas.  

You can always bring Tiny into another VET for a second opinion.  So sorry but I just don't know much about this .... wish I could help.

All the BEST to you and Tiny.


You may want to go over to our VET section and ask them this question:
here is the link:

http://www.allexperts.com/cl2/683/Animals-Pets/Veterinary-Medicine/