**Viewer Discretion is Advised** Harley, our sweet 14-year-old Miniature Pinscher, came to us after her family noticed a rapidly growing lump on her forehead — even starting to bleed. A biopsy confirmed it was malignant melanoma, a type of cancer that can grow quickly and spread if not treated early. Surgery was needed to remove … Read moreMass Removal – Harley
Courage in Every Pawstep: Xena’s Triumph Xena, a 10-year-old Border Collie mix, came in with a large fatty lump on her left front leg. After a thorough exam and cytology, we discovered it was a soft tissue sarcoma (STS) — an aggressive form of skin cancer. Dr. Lee successfully performed surgery and achieved a complete … Read moreSkin Cancer Mass Removal – Xena
Patriot: Fighting Through the Tough Times Patriot came to us in rough shape, with a leg mass that had suddenly worsened overnight, causing inflammation and discharge. This 10-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier Mix had a mass that had been present for couple of years, but its rapid growth put him in urgent danger. Though Patriot … Read moreLarge Mass Removal – Patriot
Patient Information Surgery Overview Patient Spotlight: Kona. Kona, a sweet 6-year-old Boxer, came to us after her family noticed a growing, squishy mass on her right back leg that she kept licking and chewing. After running bloodwork and cytology, we discovered the mass was a mast cell tumor (MCT) — one of the most common … Read moreMast Cell Tumor – Kona
Patient Information Surgery Overview Our furry friend Brandy, a 13-year-old Maltipoo, came in for a check-up after her family noticed new lumps near her nipples. One lump had been there since birth, but two more appeared about a month ago. During her exam, Dr. Lee discovered a mammary gland mass and an inguinal hernia. Brandy … Read moreMammary Gland Removal & Inguinal Spay Surgery – Brandy
Patient Information Surgery Overview Meet Vorsteiner, a sweet and resilient 13-year-old Maltese mix who recently underwent surgery with us. His owner had been monitoring a mass on the right side of his body for some time, but it had started growing rapidly—eventually making it difficult for him to walk comfortably. Thankfully, it wasn’t causing him … Read moreMass Removal – Vorsteiner
Patient Information Surgery Overview This sweet girl, Ruka—a 6-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix—came in because her owner was concerned about a bump behind her left ear. They had first noticed it about a year ago, but recently it became inflamed and scabbed over. We performed a cytology test and confirmed that the mass was a … Read moreMast Cell Tumor Removal – Ruka
Patient Information Surgery Overview A gentle soul with a growing mass, Jolly was ready for some relief. He came to us with a chest mass that had been present for about two years. It was previously diagnosed as a fat pocket in 2022, but his owner noticed it had grown significantly—and Jolly had started scratching … Read moreLipoma Removal – Jolly
Patient Information Surgery Overview When 10-year-old Kuma came in for a neuter consultation, his family also mentioned a cyst on his neck that had been there for years but had recently grown and started bothering him. He had been scratching at it frequently, so Dr. Lee recommended a blood test and cytology test. After reviewing … Read moreMass Resection – Kuma
Patient Information Surgery Overview Mass Removal Surgery at Lee Animal Hospital is a safe and effective procedure to remove abnormal growths in pets, whether benign or malignant. Our experienced veterinary team carefully evaluates each case to determine the best surgical approach, ensuring your pet’s comfort and well-being. Using advanced techniques, we aim to minimize discomfort, … Read moreMass Removal – Anonymous