Histiocytosis in Dogs

Our Chesapeake Bay Retriever was diagnosed with cutaneous histiocytosis in October. He could not handle doxycycline, he vomited immediately. We put him on Vitamins from NuVet labs, which our Vet had not heard of and was very impressed with their contents, we also put him on hemp oil. We believe he came down with it after seeing another rescue we had go into a seizure that ended with her needing to be put down. He had really bonded with her. He had cleared up, the my daughters dog went into heat, and naturally we needed to keep them separated and he broke out worse than before. He began choking, so our Veterinarian took an ex-ray and found his lymph nodes are slightly enlarged, but otherwise his esophagus is clear. He is now breathing hard, has lost his appetite - but he does really well when we take him out in the field for walks! Then he doesn't choke, or lay down, he's happy and act's normal. He has lost approximately 10 pounds. This morning I gave him some turmeric and with CBD oil with peppermint to help with the swollen lymph nodes, I've also used local honey from my cousin to help with his cough. He isn't interested in eating, except for occasional treats. I'm looking at purchasing some Essiac Tea in capsule form to help with his immune system as well. Is there anything else we can do? Our Vet said Tetracycline is no longer made, at least it's not available in Michigan.

Maple was recently diagnosed with Histiocytic Sarcoma and this was May 30. The tumor is too large for surgery as it is 26 x 26 x4 cm now. 2 weeks ago we saw the surgeon who stated that bc of the size Palliative care is all they can do and gave her 2 weeks to a month...I'm devastated. She's still eating, taking 200 mg Tramadol,antibiotic,RIMADYL, aspirin daily. She is beginning to have a hard time getting up and I have to use gauze and she wears a robe in order to keep the tumor covered as it is several large red raised ulcer like bloody masses that keep growing. She is still swimming daily n eating but it's only a matter of time before I have to make the decision to provide her w the peace she deserves.

My Female 12 yr. old Maltese was diagnosed with reactive histiocytosis in October 2017 while living in Florida. Was diagnosed by dermatologist & biopsy. After clearing all the sores with different meds, was placed on Atopica (for cats). Doing well. No outbreaks in 18 months. Moved to New York State so have new vet. She also has 6 of 6 murmur. He suggested to stop the Atopica “if it comes back we’ll restart”. I certainly don’t want her to suffer through that outbreak again. What do you think?

My poor Golden Retriever has suffered with Cutaneous Histiocytosis for 5 years now. Her lesions are severe- I would venture to say a 50 plus on her body-almost everywhere you pet her there is a quarter sized raised pink sore, even one next to her eye. She also is struggling to breathe. The treatment recommended is Niacinamide 1500mg/ Doxycycline Hyclate Flex Tabs 1200mg per day- She is not improving. We are desperate. Thank you for your advice.

Recently I noticed a raised lump on my one year old Boxer’s back. At first I thought maybe she scraped herself on some brush or was bitten by something though I never saw and blood or oozing. It’s now week two and I don’t notice that it’s larger but it’s certainly not smaller either. It’s pink, about the size of the top of a small pinkie finger, and doesn’t appear to cause any pain or itching. It is hard to the touch. We haven’t been to the vet yet, but was wondering if we should be concerned or just watch it for a few more weeks?

My lurcher is nearly 4 years old and has been diagnosed with a cutaneous histiocytosis on the lower part of his front paw. I've been told that is should disappear on it's own. It's not bothering him much but I have to put a sock on it to stop him licking it. I also wash it after walks with salt water. Is there anything that can be done to manage the condition and speed recovery?

We have a 4 yrs old male Boxer with a Histiocytoma on the edge of his ear, it has been examined and a scrape test has shown malignant cells, his surgery has been scheduled. My question is will we have to wait for biopsy results before his Histiocytosis can be typed?

My Sheltie is 5 years old and was diagnosed with Cutaneous Reactive Histiocytosis. He had slight bumps on his chest and back. He has been on on tetracycline/niacinamide for a year and his lesions have disappeared but I noticed his fur is thinner and is getting dry skin. Can the medicine cause this or is it the disease. I would like to take him off the medicine for awhile but afraid his disease will come back. The dermatologist did a thyroid check but that was fine. Any suggestions? I don't want a bald Sheltie.

My dog has cutaneous histrocytosis in her ears. She has had an operation to remove her lesions about a month ago but they have returned. I am taking her to a dermatologist for treatment she made a topical treatment but her ears are still oozing but do not have an odor. Am I doing the right thing. She is also on doxycycline 400 mg, and nyacidimide 1500 mg a day.

My golden has been diagnosed with sh, he has a swollen lymph node under is neck tgat recently has gotten larger in size. He had been acting fine until about a week ago and now he doesn't want to eat for me. He has been taking niacinamide and doxycycline for awhile now and it seem to be maintaining but now I am getting worried that he is getting worse. He also has that rattle to his breathing. Any suggestions on what I should do next.