Transmissible Venereal Tumor (TVT) in Dogs

Overview of Canine Transmissible Venereal Tumor (TVT)

Transmissible venereal tumor (TVT) is a tumor of the external genitalia. It is a disease entity of sexually intact dogs, and it is spread by sexual activity or social behavior. Females are slightly more prone to tumor development than males. It occurs more commonly in young dogs.

What to Watch For

Signs of transmissible venereal tumor in dogs may include:

Diagnosis of Transmissible Venereal Tumor in Dogs

Treatment of Transmissible Venereal Tumor in Dogs

Home Care and Prevention

Monitor for response to therapy and prevent self-trauma by putting an Elizabethan collar on your pet. Spay or neuter your dog and do not allow exposure to unknown dogs.