Mast cells are found in connective tissue and contain small granules which carry histamine and heparin. When an animal has an allergic reaction, mast cells are important players. However, like almost all other cells in the body, mast cells can start to rapidly divide and form a tumor. Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are one of the most common types of skin cancers in dogs

This continuing education program is a review of mast cell tumors in dogs, from clinical presentation to treatments, including the introduction of a novel therapy, tigilanol tiglate. The program is hosted by veterinary oncologist , Dr. Lillie Davis.

• What are Mast Cell Tumors

• Clinical signs of Mast Cell tumors and rule outs for disease

• Diagnostics for Mast cell tumors

• Treatment of disease

Continuing education information:

This program is approved by AAVSB RACE and New York State for veterinary CE credit (20-867156).

To get your CE credits:

1. Watch the show

2. Click on this link to take a short quiz: https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=gb761441984bf781

3. Save your certificate Email hello@myvetcandy.com if you have any questions or concerns.

This program (20-867156) is approved by the AAVSB RACE and the State of New York for a total of 0.5 CE Credits, with a maximum of 0.5 CE Credits being available to any individual veterinarian. This RACE approval is for the subject matter category of medical using the delivery method of digital/anytime. This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board's CE requirements. Expires June 17, 2023. Email hello@myvetcandy.com if you have any questions or concerns.