4 Natural Home Remedies for Fatty Tumors in Dogs

Denise Lessard
Authored by Denyse Lessard
Denyse is an in Chinese medicine, homeopathy, and naturopathy, and the formulator behind most of Zumalka's natural health products for pets.

 

If you’ve found a lump on your dog, or are worried they may have cancer, it can be very stressful and worrisome! It’s always a difficult experience to face a possible cancer diagnosis for a beloved pet

 

However, while finding a lump is scary, not all lumps or tumors are cancerous! That’s good news! In fact, the lump you found on your dog may be a fatty tumor, otherwise known as lipoma.

 

 

What causes fatty tumors in dogs? Can they be cancerous? Are there natural remedies for fatty tumors in dogs? How to shrink a dog lipoma naturally? We will look at the answers to all these questions in this article.

 

We are a group of animal lovers and animal advocates who want to use our knowledge and expertise to help you! We know that thousands of pet parents around the world are looking for the best ways to treat their pet’s health concerns, and we have been helping in this domain for over 20 years.

 

I hope you find all the information presented in this article helpful so you can identify, understand, and treat canine lipoma!

 

Any other questions you might have about different cancers affecting dogs are answered in our complete guide to dog cancer.

 

 

What Is Lipoma In Dogs?

 

Lipomas are fatty lumps that are commonly found in dogs, just under the skin. They are tumors made up of fat cells. 

 

Thankfully, although these tumors are common, they are not cancerous. They are considered benign, meaning they aren’t at risk of spreading to other areas of the body, and they generally won’t cause your pup any pain!

 

A type of cancerous tumor found in the fat cells are called liposarcomas. These are rare, but they can be more dangerous, and have the ability to metastasize, or spread, to other body parts. 

 

What causes fatty tumors in dogs? Experts aren’t exactly sure what causes them to appear, but it seems that they affect middle-aged and older dogs more often, as well as dogs that are very overweight. 

 

Some breeds that seem to be affected more frequently are Labrador Retrievers and Doberman Pinschers. 

 

 

 

What Do Fatty Tumors Look Like In Dogs?

 

In most cases, a pet parent will notice a small, round lump under the skin. They are normally soft rather than hard, and you might be able to move it with your hand. 

 

Some canine lipomas can get very big - the same size of your dog’s head! You might notice that a lump grows larger over time. Each fatty tumor is different, and some grow fast, while others don’t seem to grow at all.

 

You should keep an eye on any lumps you notice on your dog to monitor any growth. 

 

Sometimes dogs can have several lipomas at one time. If you notice multiple lumps on your dog, you should have each one individually checked out! It’s important to make sure that each tumor is diagnosed to make sure you can follow the right treatment. 

 

Depending on your dog's tumor, your vet might recommend surgery to remove it. Even though most lipomas don’t cause problems, sometimes they can grow too big, and start negatively affecting the dog.

 

 

Natural Remedies For Fatty Tumors and Lipoma in Dogs

 

Many pet parents are interested in knowing how to get rid of fatty tumors without surgery. They are often looking for a dog lipoma natural treatment. Thankfully, there are natural products that can help your effort while you are looking to treat and shrink fatty tumors in dogs at home. Such as tumeric, apple cider vinegar, violet and the piptoporus betulinus mushroom.

 

There are some natural herbs that have been used to treat lipomas in dogs, as well as some general suggestions about a healthy lifestyle for your pet.

 

First of all, you want to make sure everything you put on and in your pup’s body is good for them and will improve their health! This applies to food, shampoos, medications, and any other products you might use on them.

 

Some commercial dog foods and shampoos contain certain chemicals that might harm your pet, or weaken their immune system. If that happens, their body isn’t able to fight any tumors the way it should!

 

It’s important to do lots of research to make sure we take care of our pet’s health. Before starting any treatment plans, make sure to research any potential side effects, as well as consider your dog’s specific circumstances so you can make safe, informed decisions about your pup’s health!

 

Some Natural Herbal products For Lipoma in Dogs

  1. Turmeric
  2. Apple Cider Vinegar
  3. Violet
  4. Piptoporus Betulinus

 

Piptoporus Betulinus is a medicinal mushroom that helps boost the immune system in case of cancer in dogs, and other animals too! That is why it is the active ingredient in our natural cancer product, PIPTOPET

 

Here at Zumalka, we are dedicated to using our extensive expertise to research and produce natural products for pets, and we have thousands of happy pet parents and healthy pets to prove it! You want the best solution for your pet - and so do we!

 

This exceptional product is loaded with anti-tumor properties, working hard to keep your pet’s healthy cells intact while helping the fight against unhealthy, cancerous ones! It can be used in dogs. We know you want to help shrink canine tumors, and reduce risk of recurrences and secondary infections and we are here to help you.

 

Before of after receiving a cancer diagnostic, PIPTOPET is our suggestion for you, even for long term use!

 

Our mission is to provide natural products for a variety of health concerns affecting pets. If you have any questions about lipoma in dogs, or any other health problems for any other animals, fill out our Free Consultation form so we can see how we can help!

 

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Do you have a pet with lipoma? Did you find this article helpful? Let us know in the comments, or feel free to contact us by phone, email, or web message any time!

 

 

 


About the author

Denise Lessard
Denise Lessard

HOMEOPATH, NATUROPATH, REFLEXOLOGIST, TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE THERAPIST

Denyse Lessard is deemed as the “mother” of Zumalka, which was established more than ten years ago to provide easily accessible natural products for pet wellness worldwide.

Besides being a trained alternative medicine therapist, Denyse also has expertise in homeopathy, naturopathy and iridology, reflexology, as well as Chinese medicine. She is a long-standing member of the Professional Union of Homeopaths of Quebec, as well as the Association of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Quebec.

Denyse’s philosophy as regards pet wellness is not just about only dealing with disease and illness when they get in the picture, but keeping animals in ideal health each and every day.

Find out more about Denyse when you click HERE.


24 comments


  • Zumalka February 29, 2024 at 4:34 pm

    Thank you for your request. We sent you a short questionnaire via email so that we can help you target the right treatment plan for your pet.


  • ricardo padilla February 29, 2024 at 4:25 pm

    My 15yr old lab retriever has a fatty tumor on her belly.
    Please advise me on a natural treatment.
    Thank you.


  • Zumalka November 23, 2023 at 3:25 pm

    Shobna,

    We are happy to let you know we’ve sent an email to get started on finding the best treatment for your dog!


  • shobna November 23, 2023 at 3:21 pm

    I would like to learn natural remedies for fattt growth in my dog.


  • Zumalka July 21, 2023 at 4:24 pm

    Hi Reese, thanks for reaching out ! We emailed you a few minutes ago to let you know how to get in touch with our homeopath for your free email consultation. Hope to hear from you soon !


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