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Dog Anus Mass

Hi my 14 year old miniature pinscher has an anus mass according to my Vet.  He has had something sticking out of his anus that look like a swollen hemorrhoid vein and had diarrhea a couple of days last week, so I took him to the Vet.  The Vet did a physical exam of him and his anus and informed me that she felt a mass.  My Vet said she suggest that we just leave it alone and see if it changes over the next two weeks when we go back for a follow-up.  My dog over the last two days has pooped, but it has been difficult for him.  He had solid stool yesterday, but this morning it was liquid and he seems very uncomfortable and just laying around.  I cleaned up his butt and anus and put vaseline on his anus.  My Vet is a holistic Vet and does not do surgery.  Do you believe I should seek a second opinion of the mass?  According to my Vet's physical exam it is about the size of a thumb.  I love my dog and do not like to see him suffer.
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Thanks, I will check around.  Yes, the surgeon who will perform the surgery is a specialist and has done this kind of surgery many times.  It is suppose to be a simple surgery since the tumor is small.  I will keep you all posted.
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462827 tn?1333168952
Hi there...It wouldn't hurt to call around and see what others clinics charge.....There are price differences depending on where you live in the country......

Hopefully, this is a specialty surgeon that has doe this surgery many times..Do you know???

I've never had this surgery done before, so I have no way of knowing if it's a fair price or not.....Again, call around to other clinics and see if their price quote (Based on your medical description) is about the same as what you've been quoted....

Most Vets & Specialty clinics accept "Care Credit" as a form of payment.....Might want to look online and check "Care Credit" out & see if you qualify....It's a low interest rate credit card that can be paid back monthly....Only made to use for human or animal medical bills....

Let us know what you find out.....Thanks
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Hi all,

I took my dog to another Vet last Friday and it was determined that he has a rectal mucosa mass on the lfeft side 9 o'clock position.  It is very small right now about the size of a pea, whih can be removed with a rectal pull through.  The removal of the mass will cost approximately $1800 without any complications.  I am waiting to hear back from the Vet regarding the blood and urine test.  I am not sure if I should shop around for another surgeon as I think $1800 is a lot.  What do you think?
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462827 tn?1333168952
I'll Be waiting and GOOD LUCK!!! Thank you for your response...
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Hi my Vet called it an anus mass, but she felt the mass when she did an rectum exam.  With all of the reading that I have done over the past 3 days, it sounds like it is a prolapse to me too.  My second opinion will be this Friday, May 8th at 9:30.  That was the earliest appointment that they had.  Littleman is still eating fine and drinking plenty of water.  I will try switching his food to some rice and chicken with broth.  I know about the canned pumpkin as my sister's dog had IBS.  

BluCrystal, Margot49 and Misfits4Me: Thanks for the advice!!!  I will update you after the second opinion.
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974371 tn?1424653129
I agree with all the above.  Sounds like a possible prolapse to me too and I would definitely seek a second opinion as your dog must be very uncomfortable.
Not sure if you feed kibble, but I think I would keep your guy on a soft diet until this is checked again.  You can try some chicken and rice with some broth.  You can try feeding some canned pumpkin (not the pie filling) to see if that helps.
Yes, please do come back and update.  Good luck.
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462827 tn?1333168952
This description is not clear.....Is it an anal mass that you cannot see? By your description, you said you could...But the Vet did an exam & felt a mass???

If there is actually a growth (Inside) then yes, it's cause for concern....However, this sounds more like a prolapsed rectum to me.....If that's the case, treatment would be different...This may be why she is using the wait & see theory.....Sometimes, they will correct them selves....

However, I wouldn't wait.....You need a second opinion ASAP & a label attached to what this actually is....

Please, come back and keep us updated....I'll be curious....I hope everything works out for you & your little one....

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I have another Vet appointment at our local animal hospital for a second opinion.  My biggest concern is that my Vet did not do any test or x-rays to see how big the mass actually is and if it has spread anywhere.  I want to ensure if it is something easy that can be dealt with, that we go ahead and get it done.  I know she is concerned about my dog's age, but I do not want him suffering.
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Thanks.  I think I will seek another Vet's opinion.  Our current Vet is a regular board certified Vet, she just takes the natural route of things first.
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1696489 tn?1370821974
Okay, I used to work for a vet - a regular one.  A thumb-sized mass in the anal canal of a tiny dog like your minpin is a BIG DEAL, as it can cause complete blockage of feces, bloating, septicemia, and even death.  PLEASE see a regular vet.  Sounds like your little friend needs surgery.  Keep us updated.
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