Should I drain my dog's slow-growing leg tumor instead of surgery?

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Can a tumor on a leg be reduced by draining, it has been slow growing.It is presumed malignant although the vet didn't take biopsy. Pet's info: Dog | Airedale Terrier | Female | spayed

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

No, in most cases this would not be effective at all and would only increase the risk of infection and other complications. Surgical removal would likely be the best option, if this is feasible given the size and location of the mass.

Should I drain my dog's slow-growing leg tumor instead of surgery?

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