Lymphoma in Pets

Lymphoma in Pets

Lymphoma is a very common cancer in dogs and cats. It is caused by uncontrolled growth of lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell. Since these blood cells can easily travel through the blood or lymphatic system, it is very common for this cancer to affect multiple sites in the body. While it can affect […]

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Navigating a Pet’s Cancer Diagnosis: Part III

Navigating a Pet’s Cancer Diagnosis: Part III

Part II of this blog covered treatment options for mast cell tumors and factors to include in your decision-making process. This final installment will cover monitoring your pet’s health, appreciating the time you have together, grief support resources, and I’ll provide an update on my dog, Sally. Monitoring Your Pet’s Health after Treatment  If your […]

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Navigating a Pet’s Cancer Diagnosis: Part II

Navigating a Pet’s Cancer Diagnosis: Part II

Part I of this blog covered my dog’s cancer diagnosis, symptoms of mast cell tumors in dogs, and coping tips. This installment will cover treatment options for mast cell tumors, factors to include in your decision-making process, and where we’re at with Sally’s cancer.  Diagnostics and Medications  You may be wondering exactly how it was […]

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Navigating a Pet’s Cancer Diagnosis: Part I

Navigating a Pet’s Cancer Diagnosis: Part I

“It’s a mast cell tumor.” Dr. Meyer’s words hit like a ton of bricks. I had taken my dog, Sally, to a routine annual checkup with her dermatologist, and Dr. Meyer had taken a fine needle aspirate sample of a small lump on Sally’s chest. With few exceptions, Sally has always been healthy. A schnauzer […]

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Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part II: Making Difficult Decisions

Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part II: Making Difficult Decisions

Read Part I to learn about how your veterinary team diagnoses your pet’s cancer. In October of 2023, Dr. Keepman, one of our board-certified veterinary oncologists, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss common types of cancer in pets and treatment options. You can watch the replay of the video here for more in-depth information […]

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Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part I: Determining a Diagnosis

Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part I: Determining a Diagnosis

It can be frightening to face a cancer diagnosis with your pet. Hopefully, we can demystify cancer and tumors for pet parents and give them helpful information – because information is the best weapon against cancer. In October of 2023, Dr. Keepman, one of our board-certified veterinary oncologists, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss […]

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Mammary Tumors in Dogs and Cats: Part II

Mammary Tumors in Dogs and Cats: Part II

Read about mammary tumors in dogs in Part I.   Feline Mammary Tumors  About 80-90% of mammary tumors in cats are malignant adenocarcinomas, a type of cancerous tumor. The good news is that cats that are spayed before six months of age have a 91% reduced risk of developing this cancer. However, cats spayed after two […]

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Mammary Tumors in Dogs and Cats: Part I

Mammary Tumors in Dogs and Cats: Part I

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know pets can get breast cancer, too? Mammary tumors can occur in both dogs and cats and can range in size. Whether your pet is at higher risk or you have already discovered a mammary lump on your pet, we want to guide pet parents through what […]

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Osteosarcoma in Pets

Osteosarcoma in Pets

Bone cancer is a common cancer in dogs, and approximately 85% of bone cancers are a type called osteosarcoma. This cancer most often affects large and giant breed dogs and typically arises in the long bones of the legs. How do I know if my dog has bone cancer? The first symptom of dogs with […]

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Debunking Pet Cancer Myths

Debunking Pet Cancer Myths

Cancer. This topic can be sensitive, as well as confusing and frightening. Additionally, there are many misconceptions and misunderstandings about cancer in pets. Back in April 2022, Dr. Keller, one of our Oncology Service’s board-certified veterinary oncologists, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss these common myths and provide an idea of what it’s like […]

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