Episodes

Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, discuss nausea and appetite loss as side effects of dog cancer, as well as treatments to help your dog.

Have you heard about Cyberknife radiosurgery? Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler discuss the utilization and benefits of Cyberknife radiosurgery as a non-surgical treatment for dogs with cancer.

Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler have an in-depth discussion on chemotherapeutic treatments for dog cancers.

Are you considering amputation for your pup diagnosed with osteosarcoma? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, as they weigh in on amputation as surgical treatment for dogs with osteosarcoma.

Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger discuss their perspectives on surgical treatment of dog cancer and the different types of surgery that may be performed.

What is apoptosis and how does it play a role in dog cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler as they discuss the importance of apoptosis, how it works to rid the body of cancerous cells, and how to promote apoptosis.

Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger discuss the predispositions that some dog breeds carry for certain types of dog cancers.

Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger discuss life quality and the process of how to decide when it is time to say goodbye to your beloved companion.

Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger discuss the importance of diet in the management of dog cancer and the impact diet may have on your dog’s life quality.

Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler talk about the importance of a second opinion in managing your dog’s cancer as well as when and how to ask for a second opinion.

Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger discuss how anticipatory grief may affect you and your decisions and how to be proactive in dealing with a dog cancer diagnosis.

Are you considering including a veterinary oncologist in the management of your dog’s cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler as they discuss the decision as to when and why a veterinary oncologist should be seen and also how to find a veterinary oncologist in your area.

Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, discuss the impact of our emotions on dealing with dog cancer and some emotional management techniques that may work for you.