How to Treat Pancreatic Exocrine Neoplasia in Dogs

Pancreatic exocrine neoplasia is a tumor of the pancreas. Tumors of the pancreas are rare and typically occur in older dogs. Some breeds, such as boxers, are predisposed to this health issue. A dog with this condition needs immediate care.

Instructions

1. Evaluate your canine for symptoms. Dogs that suffer from this condition may experience pain in the stomach and vomiting. They may also appear lethargic and have a decreased appetite.

2. Take your dog to the vet for an exam. Contact your vet or animal hospital and request an immediate exam. Your dog’s doctor will feel the stomach area and take X-rays to make a diagnosis of the condition.

3. Create a treatment strategy for your dog. The prognosis for this condition is poor but if caught early sometimes surgery is effective. After the surgery your dog may have to be hospitalized to receive intravenous fluids and supportive care for several days.

4. Encourage your dog to eat and drink. When taking your dog home from the hospital encourage her to drink and eat often. Sometimes a dog will have a poor appetite and proper nutrition is important to the healing process.

5. Provide your dog a quite place to rest. Move his bed to a quite corner of the home. Encourage your dog to rest often and remind small children that your dog needs plenty of quite time.

Tips & Warnings

• Limit your canine’s activity. Keep your dog indoors except for bathroom breaks. Having your dog on a leash when taking him outdoors helps prevent excess activity.

• Watch your dog closely. Monitor the affected area daily. If you observe signs of swelling or excessive redness contact your vet immediately.

Resources

• Pet Place