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 episode, Dr. Dressler provides insight on the symptoms of brain tumors, factors that can make early detection complicated and what to consider when determining your dog’s treatment options.
Brain tumors in dogs can be difficult to diagnose. While this cancer is often discovered through seizure disorders, it can be difficult to identify if a dog is having a seizure because they can show up differently in different dogs. In this episode, Dr. Dressler shares some common clinical signs of seizures, explains how treatment plan analysis plays a factor in the way your veterinarian decides to treat your dog’s brain cancer, and how your dog may benefit from using a Full Spectrum approach to their cancer care.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Show:
The Dog Cancer Survival Guide: Full Spectrum Treatments to Optimize Your Dog’s Life Quality and Longevity by Dr. Demian Dressler and Dr. Susan Ettinger.
You can reach out to Dr. Demian Dressler directly on his veterinary hospital’s website: https://VetinKihei.com.
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About Today’s Guest, Dr. Demian Dressler:
Dr. Demian Dressler, DVM is internationally recognized as “the dog cancer vet” because of his innovations in the field of dog cancer management. A dynamic educator and speaker, Dr. Dressler is the author of the best-selling animal health book The Dog Cancer Survival Guide: Full Spectrum Treatments to Optimize Your Dog’s Life Quality and Longevity.
Dr. Dressler is the owner of the accredited practice South Shore Veterinary Care, a full-service veterinary hospital in Maui, Hawaii, Dr. Dressler studied Animal Physiology and received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California at Davis before earning his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University.
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