Turmeric for Cysts in Dogs and Cats

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Posted by Dianna (Austin, TX) on 01/05/2009
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recently my pet rat sookie started getting what looks to be a mammary tumor growing on her lower abdomen. i have had rats (females) get this before and they are fast growing and sometimes cancerous - and it cost a lot of money to have them removed (if they can) and then they usually grow back.

well, i immediately started giving her high doses of tumeric in ensure or oatmeal. the lump has not gotten any bigger and it has been several weeks. it actually appears to be getting smaller. this is a godsend. she is an older rat (1 1/2 years) and has always been frail and i don't think she would be a good candidate for surgery. i would suggest that anyone with pet rats that get lumps give them tumeric. actually, i plan to give all my rats tumeric from now on because it also helps with abcesses, and it said to keep lumps from forming. i have told all my rat friends about your site!

YAY! thanks for this site!
djh


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Posted by Sandy (CA) on 11/16/2021
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My 12yrs f shepherd I noticed a large looked like fluid filled sack between back legs. Having just had surgery myself & we have 2 rott pups, hard to see. I read up on site. Gave her yesterday turmeric. My granddaughter was at vet so I took pic to send to her. This a.m. looks like it has 2 holes & no longer filled with fluid. Looks like it burst open. Now what?? All 3 try to lick. Put warm castor oil compress on or get her antibiotics??

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Posted by Maggie (Idaho) on 10/15/2017 36 posts

I am having the same problem with my dog. I put turmeric on the cyst after it burst and all that did was to stop it from oozing. It closed up the cyst but then it filled up again right away. Cayenne powder did the same thing. They work great at stopping the bleeding and oozing but they don't heal the cyst on the inside. I'm still trying to find a cure to heal the cyst completely.


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Posted by Clarissa (Kansas) on 09/06/2017

Hi! I have a yellow lab that I took to the vet for her rabies shot and she has had ozzing raw tumor looking things that come and go on the back if her front paws for some time. The vet knew exactly what it was but I can't remember the name. He said that it's some kind of growth they get and licking it makes them (the dog themself, not the tumor) feel good. Might be the same thing. He didnt recommend any treatment.


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Posted by Susan (Exton, Pa) on 12/01/2014

I have a 5 yo german shepherd male, has interdigital cysts between his right front paw, pinky toe. It is Dec 1 and I just soaked it, cleaned it, dried, and placed a salve of turmeric and coconut oil on the cysts. I bandaged his paw. He is taking cephalexin 500mg. His diet is now brown rice and lamb, homemade due to extreme food allergies and yeast overgrowth. I will keep you posted on the status. Vet did a needle aspiration only found blood, now I am facing thousand dollars in more vet surgery bills. Also I exercise him daily, brush him. Hope to hear from a first time turmeric user soon, and best wishes for your furry friend's ailments.


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Posted by Dan D (Waco, Texas) on 11/02/2016

I have a 4yr old GSD and I paid $400 to have a Sebaceous cyst removed 2 years ago and now he has another one about ten inches from the previous location. I just mixed some organic Turmeric root powder with virgin coconut oil and applied the paste directly to the cyst and I will mix a teaspoon in with his food later. I feed Presley the "Prey Model Raw Food Diet" 80-10-10 method and I give him a fish oil capsule as a supplement every other feeding. Is there anything that you might suggest as a preventative to prevent this from reoccurring again in the future??


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Posted by Tiffany (Greeley, Co) on 02/16/2015

I started off with have a tsp for all of my dogs. Because turmeric is quite strong in flavor, the dogs will turn their nose up at it if too much is in their food.


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Posted by Jazmine Turner (Keighley West Yorkshire) on 03/06/2014

Hi there I have a bearded dragon lizard, she has what looks like a cyst. I would really like to try this turmeric method:), please can you tell me how much turmeric and coconut oil to mix? Thanks, Jazmine


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Posted by Theresa (Mpls., Mn) on 03/06/2014

Hey Jazmine!

You just need a dab of both coconut oil and turmeric. I would start with 1/4 teaspoon of the CO and equal parts turmeric and mix into a paste - it should be firm and not runny. Paint in on your beardie's wart with a q-tip to control application. Do this 2-3 times a day and give it at least 2 weeks.

Please report back and let us know how it goes!


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Posted by Cindy (Euless, Tx) on 11/16/2014

I am new to this site. I am happy about getting the information on Turmeric being used with the coconut oil for the cyst. My dog is a very fussy eater and I am trying to mix it to give to him. I have found and bought the Turmeric in a capsule with 500 mg. Can someone advise me more on this. I spoke with a friend and they are telling me to be careful. I would appreciate your help. Thanks


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Posted by Mimi (Cc) on 03/15/2015

Use the unrefined, cold pressed coconut oil with the turmeric as a paste because it stays on longer and dries faster. The olive oil won't work because it is too messy. The coconut oil is what you want to use instead in order for the dog cyst to heal faster. I'm getting good results.


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Posted by Haygottago (Ocala, Florida, United States) on 05/27/2012
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I have 2 peeks. The tumeric is working on the female who has cyst in the corner of her eye. So much smaller in just 2 weeks. The male has them on his body. Not sure yet if they are smaller. But think it will take a while before they go away. thanks so much for the advice. karen

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Posted by Corene (Muskegon, Michigan) on 12/11/2012

Hi, One of my foster dogs has a cyst on his eyelid. Did you apply paste on your cat's or give tumeric internally? thanks


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Posted by Wendy (Columbus, Oh/usa) on 12/14/2012

Put a teaspoon of turmeric in the dog's food each time you feed him.


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Posted by Lainieg (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) on 04/04/2011

My plott hound Mielan has a large cyst on her head. It is soft and like a large grape. I have been giving her this turmeric capsule, opening a capsule and giving her one morning, noon and supper mixed with her food. All 3 together measures about a tsp., I would say, so don't think I'm giving her too much. Too much food yes (as she's pooping way too much), but not the turmeric.

It's only been since March 17th, but I stopped because she was sick one day and vomitted yellow substance and didn't eat all day. Of course cyst is still there, with no change. I am afraid to hurt her system with this powder. Did anyone else's pupper get sick?

Also, guess I should be patient, someone said it could take about 2 months? Is that correct? I cannot afford a vet bill or bills for this as I have 2 other pups and they are all due for their heartguard, and check up etc.

Did anyone happen to get this turmeric on their clothes by any chance? I did, not sure how, but my clothes are stained, how to get this out of our clothes. Anyone know?

Thanks - Elaine

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Posted by Lisa (Vancouver, Wa) on 04/16/2011

I used the pill pocket & put the curcumin capsule in it.... Curcumin is from the tumeric root... Well he did get sick & threw up spittle that was yellow... But he was ok after that. Now both of my dogs won't take it in the pill pockets... so I think I will make mayonaise & maybe deviled eggs & give it to them that way... It definaltye stains & my dogs rub their faces in the carpet, so I can't put it in their regular food... I just let them lick it off my finger. The stuff stains reaally bad, but I'm not sure how to get it out... I just soak the clothes right away in the sink w/ some laundry detergent.


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Posted by Gail (Fl) on 12/27/2016

Getting any stain off of fabric: Pour a little hydrogen peroxide on the stain and let it sit for a few minutes. Rinse or wash. Stain gone.


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Posted by Anon (Usa) on 11/23/2017

My cat throws up even a tiny amount of turmeric. I put it in his food and he refused to eat it all day and by evening threw up some yellow liquid. tried mixing it in castor oil and putting it on the cyst in his ear, but I only did it once because he threw up some yellow liquid and look miserable the whole day.


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Posted by Rosie (Adelaide, South Australia) on 04/11/2011

thanks for your comment on tumeric for cats - I take 1 teaspoon of tumeric daily and this has helped the asthma, allergies and arthritis in my joints! I get it in bulk from the local Indian store - it tastes really bad though! My cat just does not take it! She tolerates cod liver oil with her raw meat diet. She had a large 2 pound abdominal cyst removed 16 months ago only to return 4 months ago in the same area operated - this time there is no infection and it is benign - I know that the reason for the cyst was all the dry biscuits she had - no raw meat for 3 months straight - she is now on raw kangaroo, cod liver oil and wheat grass powder morning and night - she is much happier however the fatty cyst has not increased but has just become softer and she is not hissing when I massage her - she is 9 years old. The cyst is about 3 inches by 2 inches with a height of 1 inch - has anyone had success in reducing cysts? Thanks for this site ;-)


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Posted by Erin (Rock Hill, Sc, Usa) on 10/04/2010
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Yea! My 11 y.o. Aussie has had these cysts for years. She had one surgically removed about 9 years ago. A really bad one finally ruptured on her head and I was horrified at the hole it left! The thought of it coming back was a nightmare and she's too old for surgery. I saw this site and started with 1/2 tsp. Tumeric in each bowl (2x / day). She is 58 lbs. Her head is almost completely healed 3 weeks later, the older ones are 1/2 their size! Thank you! **I will say I went out and bought fresh turmeric from the bulk bin and didn't use what was sitting in my spice jar cause it didn't even have an odor unlike the stuff I bought. Fresh probably better. **


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Posted by Regina (Soldotna, Alaska) on 12/15/2011

I have a Lab/Australian Shepard mix. She has 3 tumors, one in her neck, one on her top front leg joint and one on her stomach. I have been giving her Curcumin in capsule form for about 3 weeks. Her tumors are getting bigger but she is not showing any discomfort. It is scaring me about the change. What should I do?

When the vet checked her he said they were fatty tumors.

Should I stay the course, I have read that sometimes they get bigger and then heal. Any help for my best FRIEND is greatly appreciated. Money is really tight for me but I want to make sure she is o.k.

Thanks so much, Regina


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Posted by Eva (Nj, Usa) on 08/04/2009
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Turmeric for cyst on my dog

I found a growth on my 7 year old golden retriever's neck. His name is Zeus, great dog. I couldn't afford a vet and didn't know if it was cancerous or not, it was growing and then it seemed to be getting irritated, even some blood or crust on it, it looked scary and I was upset. It got to be about 3/4 of an inch. So I prayed for a cure and was researching natural cures because quite frankly I believe nature heals and truly cures better than modern medicine much of the time anyway, not that I'm anti-doctor because I'm not, just wish they'd get themselves familiarized with what foods/herbs can help too, instead of only pills and surgeries. SO ... I've been giving him about a teaspoon sprinkled in with his food twice a day, morning and night. I mix with a little water so it mixes in well, sortof an indian dog food gravy if you will LOL. The good thing is, he seems to LIKE it! So I don't have to force feed it to him. I've been doing this since 07/27/09, it's now 08/04/09, so about a week, and mind you the first day or two I gave him less to be cautious in case it didn't agree with him. He has had no issues, and this dog has a sensitive stomach so that's good. Well, last night I check and it's shrunk to less than half the size, now it's slightly smaller than the size of a pea and no crusts, it is smooth and no longer looks swelling and dangerous and scary. It looks like it's just shrinking and healing away. This in a week! I'm continuing until it's gone and then will continue using a smaller quantity, maybe one half teaspoon twice a day as a preventative measure. This is just awesome. I got my turmeric in a big bag from an Indian spice store by the way, it's pretty fresh but I'll bet any will do.

It's good for people too! I think I'll start taking a little every day, too! Good luck! And I'll try to post later with follow up to let you know our results.


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Posted by Chloe (Seattle, WA, USA) on 01/05/2009
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Turmeric Remedy for Cysts. Mid December 08, my 7-year old Golden Retriever was limping and her left paw was in pain. I could feel a hard lump next to one of the pads. Took her to the vet. They aspirated it and sent it to lab. (cost $180). Advised me that it was a sebaceous cyst and would have to be removed to the tune of $600 (that's including the discount of vet ins.) They said it WOULD NOT go away and it WOULD NOT burst. It would have to be cut off. It was "hard" now as it was old and not filled with fluid. I was desperate to find a natural cure, as I didn't want to spend $600!!. I've been on this website before (LOVE IT!!) and stumbled upon Lisa from Ohio's turmeric remedy. I started in immediately and now, 2 weeks later, the cyst is HALF its former size and is not painful at all. It was rock-hard before and now feels more normal. 2 weeks ago I couldn't even touch it! THIS REMEDY IS A MIRACLE. Sadie also has a soft cyst the size of a nickle on her chest and that has gotten smaller as well! I just used regular turmeric from the grocery store. 1 teaspoon per day. I have done extensive research on turmeric and have found it to be a miracle herb. I am now taking it myself 2x per day in tablet form. THANK-YOU EARTH CLINIC!!!!!! xoxo Chloe

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Posted by Deirdre (Atlanta, GA) on 10/03/2008
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Just wanted to report that I am having great results on my 14+ year old german shephard mix who has arthritis (especially in the hips). I think that one of the most helpful and important things I'm doing is exercising him without fail every day. I take him on walks each day, usually about 3.5 miles total. Considering his age, he's in remarkably good shape and, except on steep hills, keeps up with our other 2 young dogs. We used to walk by a neighbor's golden retriever who was let outside in the front yard several times a day to do her thing. She hobbled around in obvious pain, barely able to walk. I never once saw the owners taking their sweet dog out for a walk. She was only about 10 years old when they put her to sleep. Just my opinion, but I think early deaths happen with some frequency to yard-only dogs. Exercise keeps those joints lubricated!

Supplements: I also recently started adding turmeric, msm and glucosamine to Max's food. Dosages: 1/4 teaspoon of powdered turmeric in his food in the morning, diluted with chicken broth. At night I crush a 1000 mg tablet of MSM and give him half of it (500 mg), plus a full capsule of glucosamine blend from Trader Joe's (glucosamine sulfate 750mg and glucosamine HCI 750 mg). My vet mentioned that she likes the combo of MSM and glucosamine for dogs with arthritis, which is why I started him on that a few weeks ago. The turmeric has helped heal up a benign cyst that had burst through the skin on his front paw. Very glad one of EC's readers reported a cure for dog cysts recently -- thanks! At any rate, Max seems to be doing better on the supplements -- walking faster, wrestling with the other dogs, less confusion at night when the lights go off. Yea, yea, yea.

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Posted by Deirdre (Atlanta, GA) on 01/05/2009
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Thanks for your posts, Chloe and Dianna. They reminded me to update EC about turmeric and my dog Max's burst cyst. I have continued to add about an 8th of a teaspoon turmeric mixed in chicken broth to Max's breakfast kibble each morning since October. The cyst on his right paw was quite large and had burst a few months ago. As I mentioned, the turmeric started to heal the cyst within a few days. It took about 2 months, but the lump is now completely gone!!

I would have started Max on turmeric ages ago had I known how helpful it is with benign cysts (he has them all over his body). Many thanks again to Lisa for telling us about this great remedy.


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Posted by Lisa (Columbus, Ohio) on 09/19/2008
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Turmeric for Canine Cyst

My 4 year old sheltie had a cyst about the size of a pebble on her head. The vet had aspirated it to check for cancer, which was negative and said at some point we will need to remove it surgically, as it had grown at least twice its size in a year. A friend had sent me the earth clinic web site a while ago, so I decided to look up cyst. Although I didn't see it listed for pets, I did see that people were using turmeric to remove cysts by digesting it, so off to the grocery I went. I bought the store brand turmeric and sprinkled it in her food 5 days a week for 3 weeks. I mixed it with warm water and a little bit of canned food to hide any taste she might not like. I didn't measure, I just sprinkled it in, I'd guess 1 tsp a day with her food. After about a week, I noticed the cyst was in fact shrinking. After 3 weeks it was completely gone and has been gone for a month now. I read that tumeric contains curcumin, which is probably what made it work.

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Posted by Jill (Brinnon, WA USA) on 07/06/2009

Lisa, can you tell me how much your Sheltie weighs? I have a 10 year old jack russell who has lumps on his side and undercarriage I would like to use Turmeric on. He weighs 20 lbs, and I started this am with about 1/8 tsp. Thanks. Jill


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Posted by Lisa (Columbus, Ohio) on 09/08/2009

Hi Jill. I just saw your post on here and although it's been a few months since your post, I wanted to reply in case anyone else wanted to know. My sheltie is 23 pounds. I gave her about 1/4 tsp turmeric mixed with her dry dog food with a little warm water. When she had her cyst which grew to be about the size of an eraser on a pencil, I did this every day until 1 month after it was gone. She now gets the same amount of turmeric 3 or 4 times a week as 'maintenance'. Almost a year later, she's cyst free.



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