client information mast cell tumor dogs
What are mast cell tumors?Mast cell tumors (MCT) are one of the most common malignancies (cancers) found on and under the skin of dogs.
Causes/Predispositions: No one fully understands what causes cancer. Mast cell tumors are very common in dogs, yet they occur far less frequently in cats and very rarely in human beings. They occur in dogs of all breeds, ages, and genders and can occur anywhere on the body.