It’s Not a Lost Cause -Cancer Survivors Include Dogs!
October 20, 2009
We attach a guaranteed death sentence to this word because it strikes fear in our hearts, but its important to recognize that the connotations associated with cancer are not necessarily congruent with the reality of the situation. There is actually a relatively high probability of survival if there is early detection and treatment for cancer is applied early.
Fighting Cancer By Being Prepared
Still, cancer is certainly a very serious condition, and the chances of it taking hold increase with age. A visit to a vet should be taken every six months after the age of six – at this point getting dog insurance is crucial, though I stress again, as always, that you should from the first day you have your dog. Early detection is the key! Read more
Be Aware of Dog Cancer Symptoms and Treatment
September 29, 2009
Despite popular misconceptions, car accidents are not the biggest dog killers. It is estimated that each year twenty five percent of all dog deaths can be attributed to cancer. This puts them as much at risk as their owners. Just like their human counterparts, early diagnosis goes a long way to minimizing the outcome. As a dog gets older, the risk will increase, and so it is imperative to know how to look for dog cancer symptoms.
The Main Types
Dogs are susceptible to many different types of cancer but the main types are very similar to those that affect humans. These are Prostate, Lung, Bone, Liver, and Stomach cancers. The problem with these cancers is that they are all internal and usually only show symptoms at an advanced stage. Then they are difficult and expensive to treat. Be sure to have a good health insurance policy to prepare for worst case scenarios like this; the last thing you need in times of stress are financial worries compounding things. Read more
Your Dog Has Lung Cancer
September 26, 2009
I’ll never forget the phone call when my veterinarian called to tell me that a routine lung X-ray showed a suspicious area and she thought further tests were indicated. I knew in my heart that it was not just a false alarm.
Follow-On Tests Confirmed The Diagnosis
After more X-rays and sonograms with cancer specialists, the diagnosis was confirmed that my 9 year old dog had a malignant growth in his lungs. Little did I know that a dog does not have two lung lobes like humans, but seven. His cancer seemed to be mostly concentrated in one of his lobes, but whether or not the cancer had spread could not be determined unless I opted for surgery. Read more