Episodes
Feb. 19, 2024
Dog Cancer Tip: Dog Euthanasia or Natural Death? | Molly Jacobson #239
When the end nears, the choices seem to narrow to dog euthanasia or a natural death. Is that the best way to think about it?
Feb. 5, 2024
Early Dog Cancer Detection with Urine-Sniffing Worms | Dr. Page Wages & Chan Namgong #238
Worms are helping screen dogs for cancer by sniffing their urine. Could this new screening method help catch dog cancer early?
Jan. 22, 2024
Puppy with Bladder Mass: What Now? | Dr. Lauren Barrow #237
Patrick’s puppy has a bladder mass. It’s desperately unfair … but is it Patrick’s fault his dog has cancer?
Jan. 8, 2024
BIOCERA-VET Cementoplasty for Dog Bone Cancer | Aqui Villamonte Chevalier, DVM, PhD & Dr. Shaina Stewart #236
Cementoplasty has helped humans stabilize bones for decades. Now it’s being used in dog bone cancer.
Dec. 25, 2023
Dog Cancer Tip: The One Word You Shouldn’t Dread | Molly Jacobson #235
Something happens to the human brain when we hear the word “cancer” – and it doesn’t help our dogs.
Dec. 11, 2023
Dog Cancer Tips: 7 Tactics for Handling Change | Molly Jacobson #234
Reeling as you try to cope with a dog cancer diagnosis? We’ve got you. Here are seven tips on how to handle the ever-changing landscape of dog cancer.
Nov. 27, 2023
How to Get a Dog to Eat That Refuses To Do So | Dr. Susan Recker #233
Your dog won’t eat. What on earth do you do? Dr. Susan Recker has lots of great advice for how to get a dog to eat that refuses to do so.
Nov. 13, 2023
Arguing About Dog Cancer | Jeannine Moga #232
Just realized you and your spouse or significant other dramatically disagree on how to handle treatment or euthanasia decisions? Today’s guest has tips.
Oct. 30, 2023
Pet Health Insurance Is Worth It! | Dr. Amanda Hensley #231
Dr. Amanda Hensley says every pet should have pet insurance, in part because you can “pay ahead” on your likely $10K in unexpected pet health expenses.
Oct. 16, 2023
Genetics in Dogs and People | Elaine A. Ostrander, PhD #230
“The days of doing a siloed approach to science are long gone. Now that we can sequence genomes, now that we can map genomes, everything needs to be integrated,” says Dr. Elaine Ostrander of the National Institute of Health.
Oct. 2, 2023
Detox for Dogs with Cancer | Dr. Nicole Sheehan #229
Dr. Nicole Sheehan is a relentlessly open-minded integrative veterinarian and a liver detox expert.
Sept. 18, 2023
Repurposed Drugs for Cancer (Mast Cell Tumors) in Dogs | Dr. Lauren Barrow #228
Tracie is thinking her dog’s mast cell tumor might benefit from Panacur (fenbendazole). Are there any other repurposed drugs she might consider?
Sept. 4, 2023
Apoptosis Explained Simply and Why It Matters in Dog Cancer | Amanda Kin, M.S. #227
Biology professor Amanda Kin explains apoptosis as if it’s an episode of Law & Order: SVU. Is the cell dying by accident, suicide, or murder?
Aug. 21, 2023
What Can I Give My Dog with Bladder Cancer? | Dr. Lauren Barrow #226
Gloria’s dog is on piroxicam for their transitional cell carcinoma. What can she feed him and what supplements can she give him?
Aug. 7, 2023
Curcumin for Cancer in Dogs | Dr. Jessica Tartof #225
If you’ve researched supplements for dog cancer, you’ve come across curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric. Does it help, and how?
July 24, 2023
How Do Genetic Mutations Cause Cancer? | Dr. Charlotte Hacker #224
There are many dog cancer causes, but genetic mutations are at the root of each case. Learn what these microscopic errors are and how they can lead to cancer.
July 10, 2023
Why Venison is Good for Dogs | Dr. Alex Ubell #223
Deer meat for dogs? You bet! Venison is high in protein and healthy fats, making it a great option for many dogs.
June 26, 2023
Can Regular Vets Do Chemo for Dogs? Yes! | Dr. Kristen Lester #222
Your general practice vet may be able to do your dog’s chemotherapy! This can save travel time and money.
June 19, 2023
Where Do I Start with Supplements for Dog Cancer? | Dr. Jessica Tartof #221
Which supplements for dog cancer are actually helpful? This can depend on what cancer your dog has and other meds he is taking.
June 12, 2023
CBD and Cannabis for Dogs: Then, Now, and Looking Forward Part 2 | Dr. Narda Robinson #220
CBD might be part of the natural dog cancer treatment plan for your pup, but it is important to choose your product(s) carefully.
June 5, 2023
CBD and Cannabis for Dogs: Then, Now, and Looking Forward Part 1 | Dr. Narda Robinson #219
Cannabis dog research has come a long way, and every day we learn more about how this plant can help our dogs.
May 29, 2023
Cannabis vs CBD and Related Terms | Kate Basedow LVT #218
Cannabis or CBD? Hemp or marijuana? What’s the difference? Let’s break down common terms related to cannabis and CBD oil.
May 22, 2023
How Does Ultrasound for Dogs Work? | Dr. Adrienne Anderson #217
Dog ultrasound is one of the many tools used to help diagnose cancer. Best of all? It’s painless!
May 15, 2023
Emotional Experience of Pain in Dogs | Tasha McNerney CVT #216
Is my dog depressed? If you’ve asked this question, the behavior changes you are seeing may indicate that your dog has chronic pain.