Episodes
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…
Sept. 22, 2020
Exam Room Series: Hemangiosarcoma │ Dr. Demian Dressler #82
What is hemangiosarcoma and what are the warning signs that your dog may have it? Is there treatment for hemangiosarcoma? Can I give my dog supplements to help with this cancer? For advice and answers to these common dog parent questions, this episode has it all.
Sept. 21, 2020
Exam Room Series: Osteosarcoma │ Dr. Demian Dressler #81
What is osteosarcoma? What does micrometastasis mean? Can dogs live happy lives on three legs? Is your dog in terrible pain? If these are some of the questions that you are wondering after hearing your dog’s osteosarcoma diagnosis, Dr. Dressler has your answers in this episode.
Sept. 18, 2020
Exam Room Series: Mammary Gland Cancer │ Dr. Demian Dressler #80
Your vet wants to spay your girl – should you do it? At what age? Should you spay your adult dog who has already developed breast cancer? In this short but informative episode, Dr. Dressler covers these questions are more.
Sept. 18, 2020
Exam Room Series: Mast Cell Tumors │ Dr. Demian Dressler #79
Mast cell tumors (MCT) are the most common type of cancer seen in dogs. So, why do so many dogs get them? Is there something that we are doing as dog parents that are predisposing our dogs to growing these types of tumors? With these questions rolling around in your mind, you walk out of the vet of…
Sept. 14, 2020
Exam Room Series: Lymphoma │ Dr. Demian Dressler #78
What happens when you can’t just cut out the cancer? Dr. Demian Dressler talks about lymphosarcoma and why we should replace the phrase “life expectancy” with “gained life expectancy.”
Sept. 4, 2020
Exam Room Series: Introduction | #77
This series is geared for dog lovers who recently received a dog cancer diagnosis. Each episode focuses on a specific canine cancer. It provides information about the cancer and typical treatment options for that particular cancer.
Sept. 3, 2020
Essential Oils For Dogs: Safety, Uses & How To Find Reputable Brands | Dr. Janet Roark #76
Like most vets, Dr. Janet Roark didn’t have any faith in essential oils. Her doubts were nursed by the number of shady products on the market. But when a good essential oil rapidly cured her debilitating headache, her curiosity was piqued. How had voodoo treatments triumphed after months of convent…
Aug. 28, 2020
Checking Your Dog’s Symptoms on the Internet? Here’s What You Need to Know │ Dr. Alex Avery #75
When it comes to our dog’s health, you are not alone if you check for symptoms on the internet. A simple online search can provide a wealth of information. But as we all know, there are always risks. In this episode, Dr. Avery, veterinarian and founder of Our Pets Health, explains why there is a gr…
Aug. 21, 2020
Tripawds: Life With A Three-Legged Dog | Rene Agredano and Jim Nelson #74
When the vet recommended amputation for their dog, Rene and Jim were terrified. Little did they know that this diagnosis would help them do a 180 and start living life to the fullest again. As it turns out, three legged dogs don’t just thrive—they can teach us a lot about this adventure called life…
Aug. 14, 2020
Therapy After Leg Amputation for Dog | Dr. Erica Ancier #73
My dog has gone through amputation surgery to remove a leg. What happens next? Can mobility therapy help my dog have a good quality of life as a Tripawd?
Aug. 7, 2020
Early Dog Cancer Prevention and Vaccine Trials | Dr. Demian Dressler #72
Should I enroll my dog in the Vaccination Against Canine Cancer Study (VACCS)? What else can I do to prevent my dog from getting cancer? Dr. Dressler explores these questions in this Q&A show.
July 31, 2020
Dog Acupuncture | Dr. Tori Countner #71
Dog cancer treatments often seem frighteningly invasive. That’s partly why Dr. Tori Countner believes in a holistic approach and treatments to help alleviate your dog’s anxiety and pain. She works alongside standard Western treatments to increase quality of life through acupuncture, cold laser ther…
July 24, 2020
Cannabis for Dogs with Cancer | Dr. Gary Richter #70
Do cannabis and CBD have benefits for dog cancer? Why doesn’t my vet recommend products? How do I know which are worth my money?
July 18, 2020
Leading My Dog’s Cancer Treatment Team │ Lauren Ebbecke #69
“You cannot treat your own dog’s cancer,” said the veterinary oncologist. “You’re looking at months,” she said. Lauren respectfully disagreed. Over the next year she gathered her veterinary care team and treated Sage’s squamous cell carcinoma. She also decided bacon-wrapped steak could be a cancer …
July 7, 2020
Dog Not Eating? When to Worry │ Dr. Demian Dressler #68
Jen’s dog Devin hasn’t eaten in days, and keeps sniffing his food and then walking away. What is going on? Should she worry? Dr. Demian Dressler answers.