Pet cancer prevention tips
While there are no guarantees, there are steps we can take to decrease the risk that our pets will get cancer.
Tag: dogs
Ear ye, ear ye, otitis is common in dogs
Ear inflammation, or otitis, is one of the most common medical problems that dogs experience; because there are many causes, it is important to seek veterinary care to prevent severe pain and damage to deeper structures of the ear, which may lead to dizziness and long- term hearing loss.
Pet cancer treatment options: radiation
Radiation therapy, like surgery, can offer local control of solid tumors such as carcinomas and sarcomas.
Is amputation the only treatment option for dogs with bone cancer?
While most dogs will have an excellent quality of life with an amputation, for dogs who are not good candidates or for owners who are opposed to having an amputation done for their companion, there are other options to treat the tumor while preserving the limb and its function.
Top 10 warning signs of cancer in pets
Knowing what to look for can help with early detection, and as with people, make a difference.
Lymphoma in dogs
Canine lymphoma is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in dogs today, accounting for up to 24% of all new canine cancers.
Common cancers in dogs
One in four dogs will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes, and it’s the leading cause of death in pets beyond middle age.
Pet cancer treatment options: chemotherapy
Chemotherapy may be used to treat cancer that has spread to other parts of the body, to treat cancer that cannot be treated with surgery or radiation therapy alone, or when it may enhance the effectiveness of these treatments.