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How is Cushing's disease treated in dogs?

  • Most veterinarians treat both adrenal- and pituitary-dependent Cushing's disease with medication. The only way to "cure" Cushing's disease is to remove the adrenal tumor if the disease is adrenal-dependent and the tumor hasn't spread, says Stohlman. However, because of the complexity and risks of the surgery, most cases are treated with medication.
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The cost for a 3-month supply of ketoconazole for a 25 lb.

dog is $25-45, depending upon the necessary maintenance dose.

In summary, for the first year of diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of a dog with Cushing's disease, using the Lysodren therapy protocol, a pet owner can expect an expense of $2,200-2,500.

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