TVT is a malignant tumor that can spread between dogs through direct skin-to-skin contact, such as during mating, licking, biting, or sniffing. TVTs are more common in tropical and subtropical areas, and in sexually intact, free-roaming, or mixed-breed dogs. They can appear on the external genitalia of both male and female dogs, and are typically gray or pinkish-gray in color.
Its Characteristic Shape is like Cauliflower, Generally present in Posterior part of Penis of male and Vagina of female.
It’s highly contagious . TVT can be treated with chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery. Early detection and treatment can lead to a cure in almost 95% of cases.
Test can be done Manually by Expert veterinarian or by FNAC or by Biopsy.
Prognosis
- With early detection and proper treatment, TVT can be cured in about 95% of cases.
- Untreated cases may metastasize, though metastasis is rare.
Prevention
- Spaying and neutering dogs to reduce mating behavior.
- Avoiding contact with stray or infected dogs.
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