My dog has a boil-like growth. Are there non-surgical treatments?

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growth looks like a boil - vet says nonspecific growth. Wants $1200 to remove. Is there any treatment I can give. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 110 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Without seeing Sam in person, I can't say if there is another treatment you can do for him. Typically though, it is good to have a growth removed, as it prevents it from growing bigger. The vet may also want to send it off for a biopsy to see if it's malignant, which would be another important reason to have it removed. You can also take Sam into another vet for a second opinion.

My dog has a boil-like growth. Are there non-surgical treatments?

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