Should I neuter my senior dog to prevent anal tumor recurrence?

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My dog has a lump or tumor growth around his anus gland area. I wonder, what could be the reason to cause the growth? The vet say because i never neuter him. When I bring him to the vet, she suggest surgery but she can only remove part of the lump as she think it's too big and she also suggest i neuter my dog too but my dog is 13 yrs old senior who is on medicine fortekor. So should i neuter him to prevent the tumor from growing back according to the vet suggestion?

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Yes, it is true that dogs who haven't been neutered are prone to developing anal tumors. Given I can't see him in person, I can't say what the best course of action is for him, but following your vet's recommendation would be best for him in my opinion :-)

Should I neuter my senior dog to prevent anal tumor recurrence?

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