Episodes
Cannabis vs CBD and Related Terms | Kate Basedow LVT #218
May 29, 2023
Cannabis or CBD? Hemp or marijuana? What’s the difference? Let’s break down common terms related to cannabis and CBD oil.
How Does Ultrasound for Dogs Work? | Dr. Adrienne Anderson #217
May 22, 2023
Dog ultrasound is one of the many tools used to help diagnose cancer. Best of all? It’s painless!
Emotional Experience of Pain in Dogs | Tasha McNerney CVT #216
May 15, 2023
Is my dog depressed? If you’ve asked this question, the behavior changes you are seeing may indicate that your dog has chronic pain.
My Heart Dog Ludo | Dr. Adrienne Anderson #215
May 8, 2023
Veterinarian Adrienne Anderson talks about her “heart dog,” Ludo the Great Dane mix.
The Best and Worst Foods for Dog Cancer | Dr. Susan Recker #214
May 1, 2023
Food is medicine! Veterinarian Susan Recker recommends the best foods for dogs with cancer and food types to avoid for these pups.
Medical Massage for Dogs | Dr. Narda Robinson #213
April 24, 2023
Massage health benefits can apply to your dog too! Learn the science of how massage helps dogs relax and feel better.
Does Plastic Cause Cancer in Dogs? | Dr. Charlotte Hacker #212
April 17, 2023
Did you know that plastic breaks down over time, leaching chemicals that can cause cancer? Your dog may be at risk from plastics in your home.
Ivermectin for Dog Lymphoma? Nope | Dr. Brooke Britton #211
April 10, 2023
Ivermectin is great for parasitic infections in dogs. Ivermectin as a cancer treatment? Not so much.
Dog Cancer True Tail: Golden Retriever Hero Indy | Kim Peri & Dr. Mike Lappin #210
April 3, 2023
Indy the Golden Retriever was part of the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, bringing us another step closer to solving the cancer puzzle. Oh, and he surfed.
All About Degranulation Events | Dr. Brooke Britton #209
March 27, 2023
Your dog is restless and anxious, and suddenly chewing and scratching at his red, irritated mast cell tumor. Is he having a degranulation event?
Dog Cancer True Tail: Lilli | John Mcleish #208
March 20, 2023
Lilli’s dog cancer success story spans three years, two surgeries, a whole lot of vets, and one really loving human dad.
Monepantel: A Future Treatment for Dog Lymphoma | Dr. Kim Agnew #207
March 13, 2023
Monepantel is a hopeful dog lymphoma treatment currently in clinical trials. This easy-to-give tablet seems to keep dogs stable and feeling good.
Pain Control for Dogs After Surgery | Tasha McNerney CVT #206
March 6, 2023
Pain control for dogs after surgery is not just about drugs! There are so many other things your vet does to help your dog and that you can do at home.
Dog Cancer True Tail: Roscoe's Legacy | Renée Michael #205
Feb. 27, 2023
Roscoe the Bassett Hound fought prostate cancer for 21 months, and his mom is sharing everything she learned that helped him thrive.
Dog Cancer Risk Linked to Size | Dr. Jules Benson #204
Feb. 20, 2023
Pet insurance claims through Nationwide are revealing trends about which dogs are at higher risk of developing cancer.
Acupuncture for Dog Cancer | Dr. Narda Robinson #203
Feb. 13, 2023
Can acupuncture cure dog cancer? Nope. But it can do a whole lot to help your dog feel better and alleviate side effects from illness and medications alike.
HIFU: How Sound Waves Can Destroy Tumors | Dr. Joanne Tuohy #202
Feb. 6, 2023
Use sound waves to make tumors explode with a cloud of tiny bubbles? Check! This experimental therapy may be the future of bone cancer treatment in dogs.
Dog Cancer True Tail: Buddy Beats Hemangiosarcoma | Laura Gillespie #201
Jan. 30, 2023
Buddy the Bulldog is a dog cancer success story, and against the formidable foe hemangiosarcoma no less!
How to Think About Dog Cancer Expenses | Dr. Lauren Barrow #200
Jan. 23, 2023
Give yourself grace. That is Dr. Barrow’s top advice if you can’t afford expensive treatments for your dog’s cancer.
All About Anesthesia for Dogs | Tasha McNerney CVT #199
Jan. 16, 2023
Anesthesia for dogs doesn’t have to be scary. One weird nap for your dog, one amazing opportunity for vets to provide lifesaving medical care.
How Tesoro Spent $60,000 on Dog Cancer Treatment | Diana Gerba #198
Jan. 9, 2023
This True Tail includes almost every dog cancer treatment in the books and a whole lot of love shared by one woman and her special Bernese Mountain Dog.
Why Do Nose Tumors Bleed? | Dr. Brooke Britton #197
Jan. 2, 2023
Dog nasal tumors are extremely fragile and frequently bleed. But why? Oncologist Brooke Britton explains.
Easy Ways to Improve Quality of Life for Dogs with Cancer | Kate Basedow #196
Dec. 26, 2022
Stress can prevent treatments from working well, but you can fix that. Learn ways to increase quality of life for dogs with cancer at home, for free.
Can Anal Gland Cancer Spread to the Stomach? | Dr. Brooke Britton #195
Dec. 12, 2022
Caller Darlene just found out her dog has a possible mass in her stomach, but no symptoms of stomach cancer. What should she do?