Transmissible veneral tumour is common neoplastic condition affecting genital tract of canine. As the tumour cells as transmitted from affected canine to healthy through copulation, it is important to know the cause, the disease pathogenesis, treatment approach and preventive measures to prevent spread of the disease. The present article reviews and gives information about canine transmissible veneral tumour.

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