A huge thank you to all veterinary technicians this week! 💙 Thank you for showing up every day with dedication, compassion, and big hearts...even when the job almost always gets messy. Our editor-in-chief, Molly Jacobson, sits down with oncology veterinary technician Jenny Fisher to hear about the challenges vet techs…
We asked our Dog Cancer Support community: Did your dog live longer than the life expectancy their vet gave you? Of 62 members who shared their dogs' outcome: 72.6% outlived the estimate 11.3% lived about as long as expected 16.1% didn't reach it The takeaway: A prognosis is an estimate…
The answer depends on your dog's breed, age and size.
Veterinary oncologist, Dr. Brooke Britton, says we should trust our spidey senses when it comes to our dogs.
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Oncologist Dr. Brook Britton explains what to expect when the vet recommends cancer staging for your dog. Watch the Dog Cancer Answers episode on cancer staging: https://youtu.be/Yj-7tVZGRvc?si=9jzqZlvkrgkcEPh_ #dogcancer #dogcancerawarness
For the victims they searched for, the heroes who searched, the families who waited and for all those whose lives were changed forever. We remember. Photos: Andrea Booher/FEMA News Photo/Wikimedia Commons Research study: Otto CM, Hare E, Buchweitz JP, Kelsey KM, Fitzgerald SD. Fifteen-year surveillance of pathological findings associated with…
Dr. Dani McVety, founder of Lap of Love the euthanasia process for pets❤️🩹🌈 #dogcancer #endoflifecare #pethospice #dogeuthanasia
In the Dog Cancer Survival Guide, Dr. Dressler also included the Dog Cancer Diet, which includes a list of cancer-fighting food add-ins. Get your free copy: Dogcancerdiet.com
Dog pill-giving tips: 1. Wrap it, don't hide it. A pill pocket, small cheese cube, or spoon of canned food works for a lot of dogs 2. Do the three-treat trick. Plain treat, treat with pill, plain treat. Fast. The rhythm matters more than the disguise.Same time, same…
The Dog Cancer Survival Guide flags lawn pesticides and herbicides as a possible risk factor for certain cancers in dogs, including lymphoma and bladder cancer. The research is still mixed, but out of caution, keep your dog off any lawn treated with pesticide or herbicide. Dr. Dressler recommends waiting at…
We asked our community: what do you wish your vet had explained better when your dog was first diagnosed? That last stat matters to us. It's what we want for every dog lover. If you're newly diagnosed and still have questions, you don't have to figure it out alone. Join…
When caring for a dog with cancer, quality of life is a top priority. Use this checklist to help assess how your dog is doing. "When two joys of life are significantly affected, it’s my opinion that we need to start assessing life quality. And when three joys are gone…
Go to dogcancerdiet.com to request your free copy of Dr. Demian Dressler's Dog Cancer Diet.
Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT) is a highly targeted way to attack a tumor with less damage to the healthy tissue around it compared to traditional radiation therapy. It uses robotics and modern imaging to deliver the radiation more precisely, causing less damage to surrounding normal tissue. Read more: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/diagnosis-and-medical-procedures/stereotactic-radiation-therapy-for-dogs/
Cancer is the most common cause of death in dogs, so as responsible guardians, start a savings fund for your dog so you'll be financially prepared for they need it most. Find Dog Cancer Resources: linktr.ee/dogcancer
Doing a monthly lumps and bumps check promote early detection of cancer. Do note that not all of them turn out to be cancer so consult a veterinarian if you find one. Find more Dog Cancer Resources: https://linktr.ee/dogcancer
Veterinarian, Dr. Adrienne Anderson talks about the time she had to euthanize her heart dog, Ludo, who has been with her through vet school, having children and other important moments of her life. Learn more about their special bond on the Dog Cancer Answers podcast: https: //youtu.be/8s78HVXh2HU
Dr. Sue Ettinger, co-author of the Dog Cancer Survival Guide, shares some hacks on how to get your dog to eat. Let us know in the comments if any of these worked!
What happens to our pets during #euthanasia? Dr. Dani McVety, Lap of Love founder, explains. Watch this very enlightening podcast episode of Dog Cancer Answers: Is It Time to Put My Dog Down? #dogloversofig #dogcancer #seniordoglove #rainbowbridgedogs
Try these simple, practical ways to improve your dog's quality of life
Debbie from Nevada asked Dr. Dressler what his thoughts are on long term low-dose prednisone use for her 75-lb Rhodesian Ridgeback with intestinal lymphoma Dog Cancer Answers episode title: Side Effects of Prednisone in Dogs │ Dr. Demian Dressler Q&A.
