Veterinary Andrology and Reproductive Techniques

ADENOCARCINOMA OF THE PROSTATE IN THE DOG

• It is observed only rarely in dogs over 10 years of age.
• Persistent straining at the time of defecation was characteristic of all cases.
• Pain was commonly observed symptom.

Adenocarcinoma of the prostate results in a nodular asymmetrical enlargement of the gland.

• The tumor may vary in consistency from very hard to soft and is slow to metastasize.
• Castration, estrogen therapy and radiation therapy are of definite value in man in delaying the growth of the tumor even though metastasis has occurred.
• Prostatectomy would be indicated if the carcinoma had not metastasized. However the prognosis is poor.
• Other tumors of the prostate are rare.