I have an 8 yo female lab/redbone mix. She has had a medium sized lump on her belly area (near her nipples) for a little over a year. It has not changed in size and she as no related symptoms (appetite is fine, no itching, no vomiting, no pain. She is as happy, hungry and loving as she has ever been!). I was recently told it was a mast cell tumor. Due to recent divorce and job loss, I cannot afford the surgery to have the tumor removed. Are there any alternative options or suggested treatments other than surgery–should I be giving daily benedryl… if so, how much? What should I expect if I am unable to treat this tumor?

Thanks,

Cindy