How to remove cyst from dog?

When we stroke the soft fur of a dog, our fingertips suddenly touch an abnormal bulge, and our hearts always tighten involuntarily. Those smooth or hard small bags, like little secrets hidden under the fur, may be harmless changes in the body surface or early warning signals from health. When faced with cysts on dogs, the owner's first reaction is often panic and worry, but calm observation and scientific response are the key to protecting the health of fur children. ​

The formation of dog cysts, like the complex geological movement in nature, has multiple causes. The most common sebaceous cysts are mostly caused by the blockage of hair follicles, which leads to sebum accumulation, just like the occasional acne in humans, but they may evolve into more obvious bulges on dogs. Lipoma, as a type of benign tumor, often appears in middle-aged and elderly dogs or obese dogs. Although those lumps formed by abnormal proliferation of fat cells are usually not life-threatening, they are like a small burden to carry with you, which makes the owner worry. In addition, there are cysts caused by trauma or infection, such as hematomas or abscesses. These cysts are often accompanied by redness, swelling, and pain, as if the body is protesting against external invasion. Understanding these different types of cysts is like mastering a decryption key, which can help us deal with it more calmly. ​

When a cyst is found on a dog, the initial observation period is like a tense spy war. We need to take pictures of the location, size, and shape of the cyst with a mobile phone, and even use a ruler to measure and record changes regularly. If the cyst surface is smooth and has good mobility, and the dog does not show itching, pain, or decreased mental appetite, it may be possible to observe conservatively under the guidance of a veterinarian. Remember to touch the cyst gently with your gentle fingertips every day to feel whether its texture has changed, just like having a silent conversation. However, if the cyst is found to increase rapidly in a short period of time, the surface becomes ulcerated and pus flows, or the dog licks and bites frequently and refuses to be touched, the alarm bell must be sounded immediately - these signs may mean that the cyst has been infected or has a tendency to become malignant, and medical treatment is urgent.​

The process of taking a dog to the doctor is often full of anxiety and heartache. The smell of disinfectant and the unfamiliar environment in the hospital will make the dog curl up nervously in the owner's arms. At this time, we can bring its familiar toys or blankets in advance, and use the comfort of body temperature to help relieve anxiety. The veterinarian will use palpation, fine needle aspiration cytology and other methods to determine the nature of the cyst like a detective. If it is a benign cyst and does not affect the dog's life, the doctor may recommend continued observation; but when the cyst is too large, repeatedly infected or the nature is unknown, surgical removal becomes a necessary option. At the moment of signing the consent form for surgery, the owner's hands may tremble slightly, but please believe that modern veterinary surgical technology is quite mature, and professional anesthesia monitoring and aseptic operation are escorting the dog's safety. ​

On the day of the operation, watching the dog being carried into the operating room, the heart-wrenching concern is beyond words. We can pray for it in the waiting area, or recall those warm moments of playing together, so that the nervous emotions can be placed. In fact, most cyst removal surgeries are minimally invasive surgeries. Experienced veterinarians will choose hidden incisions to minimize the impact on the dog's appearance. When the dog returns to us with a wound bandaged after surgery, the little appearance that has temporarily lost its vitality makes people want to cry. But please cheer up, careful care at this time is the key to helping them restart their health mode. ​

Every day of postoperative care is a journey of loving protection. According to the doctor's instructions, put an Elizabethan collar on the dog to prevent them from licking and biting the wound, just like putting a protective helmet on a little soldier. Every day, use warm saline to gently wipe the area around the wound to observe whether there is redness, swelling, or exudate. Every subtle change affects our hearts. In terms of diet, specially prepare protein-rich foods for them, such as steamed chicken breast and nutritious canned food, just like replenishing energy for injured soldiers. When you see the dog gradually regaining its vitality from the initial listlessness and wagging its tail to rub against us, the joy of relief is enough to dilute all the fatigue. ​

The day of removing the stitches is like waiting for an important ceremony. When the veterinarian carefully removed the last suture and revealed a well-healed wound, the stone in my heart finally fell. But this does not mean the end of protection. Taking the dog for a regular physical examination is like putting a safety lock on health. In daily life, keeping the dog's skin clean, choosing a mild pet shower gel, and avoiding excessive obesity, these seemingly small details are important links in preventing cyst regeneration. We can also comb the dog's hair with loving hands every day, and in close contact, find any new abnormalities in time to nip the hidden dangers in the bud.

Watching the dog that was once troubled by cysts running and jumping on the grass again, the sense of happiness that was lost and regained is indescribable. This experience of fighting cysts makes us more aware of the fragility and tenacity of life, and also deepens the bond between people and dogs. When we use love and science to dispel the haze of health for dogs, the worries, waiting and protection that we have experienced together will become shining stars in memory. May every fur child be able to stay away from the troubles of illness under the careful care of the owner, and continue to write beautiful poems in the years with the warmth of a lifetime.