Episodes

Jan. 25, 2021

Rare Plasmacytomas in Dogs │ Dr. Nancy Reese #105

In this week’s episode of Dog Cancer Answers, Dr. Nancy Reese discusses plasmacytoma tumors.
Jan. 19, 2021

Introducing Dog Edition

With interviews from historians, a marketing expert, and dog lovers, this episode will have you taking another loop around the block to hear it all! So, leash up your pup and join the pack at Dog Edition.
Jan. 11, 2021

How to Find a Great Veterinarian | Dr. Judy Morgan #104

Dr. Judy Morgan discusses how pet parents can build stronger relationships with their dog’s medical care team, how to find a great vet if you need one, how to communicate your needs as a client, and everything else that goes into finding and keeping an exceptional team of medical professionals at e…
Jan. 4, 2021

A Decade of Dog Cancer Answers │ Rewind with Dr. Demian Dressler #103

This week we are celebrating a decade (10 years) of Dog Cancer Answers. To ring in this milestone, we are revisiting the episode that started it all in 2011.
Dec. 28, 2020

Managing Rectal Tumors in Dogs │ Rewind with Dr. Demian Dressler and Dr. Sue Ettinger #102

Has your dog been diagnosed with a perianal or an anal sac tumor? Has it left you feeling overwhelmed with unanswered questions? If this sounds like you, you’re in luck because this week’s episode features Dr. Demian Dressler...
Dec. 21, 2020

Is Amputation the Best Option for My Dog? │ Dr. Nancy Reese #101

This week’s episode of Dog Cancer Answers features returning guest, Dr. Nancy Reese. Dr. Nancy addresses a listener line question about amputation for a dog with a non-metastatic synovial cell sarcoma. She gives listeners a quick lesson on this type of cancer, talks about the tissue damage and bony…
Dec. 14, 2020

Herbal Treatment for Bleeding Tumors in Dogs │ Dr. Demian Dressler #100

Do you have a dog with a bleeding mass, such as a hemangiosarcoma tumor? This week we interviewed world renowned veterinarian and author of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, Dr. Demian Dressler. Dr. Dressler shares his expertise and recommendations for the usage of a Chinese herb called Yunnan Baiyao.…
Dec. 7, 2020

How to Cope and Prepare for Your Dog’s Death | Wendy Van de Poll #99

No one wants their dog to lose their cancer battle, but the truth is that cancer can be unpredictable in its response rate to treatment and in survivorship. Which is why we interviewed this week’s special guest, Wendy Van de Poll, a grief loss coach, and expert. Wendy is a best-selling author who h…
Nov. 30, 2020

Flea and Tick Prevention: Factors to Consider When Choosing a Product │ Dr. Nancy Reese #98

I think we can all agree that fleas and ticks are a problem. Especially considering the risk factors of the types of diseases that ticks can carry, as well as the risks of anemia associated with an infestation of fleas. This week we featured one of our returning guests and expert veterinarians, Dr.…
Nov. 23, 2020

Foods That Help Fight and Prevent Cancer in Dogs │ Dr. Judy Morgan #97

Holistic veterinarian, Dr. Judy Morgan, joined us this week to talk about making balanced and nutritious homecooked meals that are easily digestible, taste delicious and are enticing to your dog. Best of all, she explains how anyone can make them with little to no cooking experience. She talks abou…
Nov. 16, 2020

Can Dogs Eat Garlic? │ Dr. Demian Dressler #96

With so many mixed signals about the benefits of giving fresh garlic to dogs with cancer, it’s no secret that this topic has become such a controversial one. To clear up some of the controversy, we brought in lead author of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, Dr. Demian Dressler. He advises listeners on…
Nov. 9, 2020

Could a Vaccine Prevent Dog Cancer? │ Dr. Nancy Reese #95

Have you ever wondered why you can take your dog to the vet to get vaccines to help protect them from diseases like parvo, rabies, and kennel cough? Yet, there hasn’t been a vaccine developed that would help protect them from getting cancer. This week's episode sheds light on the complex topic of c…
Nov. 2, 2020

Fight Cancer & Disease Through the Gut – Nutrition, Fleas and More | Dr. Nick Thompson #94

Holistic Veterinarian, Dr. Nick Thompson discusses a wide range of topics in this week’s episode of Dog Cancer Answers. Educating our listeners on everything from the microbiome, the science behind epigenetics and cancer gene expression, your dog’s immune system. And how you can help keep your dog …
Oct. 26, 2020

Is Peanut Butter Bad for Dogs? │ Dr. Demian Dressler #93

Dogs love the taste and smell of peanut butter (PB), but the real question is, should we be giving it to them? In this quick but informative episode, Dr. Dressler gives his advice on if peanut butter is good or bad for dogs, and particularly dogs with cancer. He also makes mention of a few other he…
Oct. 19, 2020

Cannabis to Help Dogs with Cancer – A Veterinary Oncologist Perspective | Dr. Trina Hazzah #92

When fifteen-year-old Trina Hazzah got a part-time job cleaning animal cages, she had no idea she would become a veterinary oncologist, much less co-found the Veterinary Cannabis Society. Two advanced degrees, a journey through Chinese Herbal Medicine, and a nonprofit later, she now has a waiting l…
Oct. 12, 2020

Traditional and Classic Chinese Medicine for Dog Cancer | Dr. Cynthia Lankenau #91

An old-school vet with an exclusively holistic practice, Dr. Cynthia Lankenau rolls with the punches. She will tell you that Traditional Chinese Medicine is only the tip of an older, more impressive iceberg called Classical Chinese Medicine—and that it’s only one modality she’s used to replace con…
Oct. 5, 2020

Treating Dog Cancer Naturally – Why I made the Switch to Becoming a Holistic Veterinarian | Dr. Katie Woodley #90

For many of us, our dog’s cancer diagnosis can be scary, frustrating, and it can leave us feeling a little helpless. Especially, if your traditional veterinarian does not give you any options or is skeptical about the effectiveness of using holistic treatments to treat dog cancer. Holistic veterina…
Sept. 28, 2020

My Dog Has Cancer: What Do I Need to Know? │ Molly Jacobson #89

How do you keep breathing? And should you get an oncologist on board? And how do I cope with my guilt? Members of the Facebook group Dog Cancer Support offer their hard-won wisdom.
Sept. 25, 2020

Exam Room Series: Melanoma │ Dr. Demian Dressler #88

Melanomas in dogs are very common, but not all melanomas are the same. So, when should you be worried about finding a melanoma tumor on your dog? Dr. Dressler answers these questions and discusses the most common locations that aggressive and non-aggressive melanoma tumors develop. He examines why …
Sept. 25, 2020

Exam Room Series: Perianal and Anal Sac Tumors │ Dr. Demian Dressler #87

In this episode, Dr. Dressler joins us to discuss the causes of perianal and anal sac tumors. Learn what causes this cancer, what increases your dog's risk for a malignant tumor, and how regular check-ups could help find them sooner. To find out more about what your dog's vet visit will entail, and…
Sept. 25, 2020

Exam Room Series: Brain Tumors │ Dr. Demian Dressler #86

Brain tumors in dogs are not very common. While your dog is less likely to be diagnosed with a brain tumor, early diagnosis can still be challenge because the symptoms present like a seizure disorder. For some dog owner’s it can be hard to recognize when their dog is having a seizure. In this episo…
Sept. 25, 2020

Exam Room Series: Nasal Cavity Cancers │ Dr. Demian Dressler #85

When chemotherapy or traditional surgery is not suitable to treat a specific kind of cancer, what techniques do veterinarians turn to? In this episode, Dr. Demian Dressler discusses nasal cavity cancer in dogs. To find out more about your dog’s increased risk factors and treatment options, this epi…
Sept. 25, 2020

Exam Room Series: Oral Cancers │ Dr. Demian Dressler #84

In this episode of Dog Cancer Answers, Dr. Dressler covers some of the common types of oral cancers in dogs. He explains that some of these tumors are caused by malignancies, while others may be benign. The management, treatment plan, and prognosis of malignant cancers are vastly different than a b…
Sept. 24, 2020

Exam Room Series: Transitional Cell Carcinoma │ Dr. Demian Dressler #83

Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) is one of the most underdiagnosed cancer in dogs. This is because the tumor will often develop in the bladder lining or other small areas of the urinary tract, which results in symptoms of painful straining or frequent urination. If your dog is having unresolved ur…