{"id":9260,"date":"2024-01-24T16:10:41","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T16:10:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=9260"},"modified":"2024-01-24T16:10:41","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T16:10:41","slug":"common-types-of-cancer-in-pets-part-ii-making-difficult-decisions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/common-types-of-cancer-in-pets-part-ii-making-difficult-decisions\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part II: Making Difficult Decisions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/common-types-of-cancer-in-pets-part-i-determining-a-diagnosis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Part I<\/a> to learn about how your veterinary team diagnoses your pet\u2019s 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 or review a thorough summary below.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"EOP SCXW90605282 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Faercmn%2Fvideos%2F873718573873583%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">After your pet has received a cancer diagnosis, your family veterinarian or veterinary oncologist will discuss <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">options with you. At Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, our <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW203806806 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/veterinary-services\/oncology-and-chemotherapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW203806806 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Oncology Service<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">\u2019s main goal is always <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">promote <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">your pet\u2019s <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">quality of life<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">. For this reason, we offer a variety of treatment and management options, as well as <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">hospice and end-of-life<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">guidance<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\"> We want pet parents to be e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">ducated in all aspects of their pet\u2019s cancer <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\"> make <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">well-<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">informed <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203806806 BCX8\">decisions.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW203806806 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9262 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-15.png\" alt=\"Gloved hands preparing chemotherapy protocols underneath hood; next photo is a dog lying on a blanket in an exam room while receiving chemotherapy; veterinary oncology, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-15.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-15-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW177178851 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177178851 BCX8\">Treatment Options<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW177178851 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">Your veterinary team will review all treatment options with you, as well as different protocols, potential side effects, and<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">what to expect<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\"> with each <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">option<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">Wh<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">ichever<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">treatment plan <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">you <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">cho<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">o<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">se<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">, know that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">it<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\"> can always be adjusted. Depending on your pet\u2019s cancer diagnosis, common treatment options <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">include <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">chemothera<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">py, medication<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164442814 BCX8\">, radiation therapy, and\/or surgery.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW164442814 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9261 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-16.png\" alt=\"A dog wearing a black graduation hat with a yellow tassel next to a sign that says &quot;I graduated chemotherapy&quot;; veterinary oncology, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-16.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-16-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW123549262 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW123549262 BCX8\">Understanding <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW123549262 BCX8\">Chemotherapy<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW123549262 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Veterinary chemotherapy is different than human medicine. In human medicine, humans are given larger doses to cure them. Humans recognize they may feel sick in the short-term and can give consent. Our pets cannot give consent, nor can we explain side effects to them.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Instead, we give pets chemotherapy in lower doses to reduce the risk and severity of side effects. While pets rarely have side effects, pet parents should notify their veterinary team of any changes in behavior or habits so the team can determine if adjustments such as reducing a dose, postponing treatment, or changing protocols are needed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9267 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-21.png\" alt=\"A veterinary surgeon room with two surgeons operating at a surgery table with tools in front of them; veterinary oncology, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-21.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-21-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW170909368 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW170909368 BCX8\">Treatments for Common <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW170909368 BCX8\">Types<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW170909368 BCX8\"> of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW170909368 BCX8\">Cancer in Pets<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW170909368 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">Below<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\"> is a review of the most common types of cancer in pets and the typical recommended treatmen<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">However,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\"> please note that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">the typical<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">plan <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">will not be <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">appropriate for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\"> every pet. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">T<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">horoughly discuss all options, as well as questions and concerns, with your pet\u2019s <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234569267 BCX8\">veterinary team.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW234569267 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW248177246 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW248177246 BCX8\">Lymphoma<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW248177246 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW248177246 BCX8\"> (A systemic disease and cancer of white blood cell<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW248177246 BCX8\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW248177246 BCX8\">)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW248177246 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lymphoma is difficult to cure. The main goal is to manage it and put it into remission for as long as possible.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41328558 BCX8\">Chemotherapy combined<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41328558 BCX8\"> with steroids is typically the treatment of choice for dogs.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">About 85-90% of dogs respond favorably to chemotherapy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Protocols often involve treatments every 3 weeks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW148280241 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148280241 BCX8\">Mas<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148280241 BCX8\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148280241 BCX8\"> Cell<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148280241 BCX8\"> (A more localized disease with a skin or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148280241 BCX8\">subcutaneous<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148280241 BCX8\"> mass)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148280241 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">Th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">se tumors still have the chance of spreading <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">(<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">metastasizing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\"> to other parts of the body, but <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">if<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\"> they are localized to one region, surgical removal is the best treatment choice<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">. Once the tumor is surgically removed, it <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">is<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\"> sent to a pathologist to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\">determine<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99760867 BCX8\"> the tumor grade.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW99760867 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">For low-grade tumors in dogs, surgery alone can be curative.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">For mast cell tumors that have spread, a combination of surgery, radiation therapy and\/or chemotherapy should be considered to try to kill as many cancer cells as possible.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW93053797 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW93053797 BCX8\">Osteosarcoma (Common cancer of bones \u2013 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW93053797 BCX8\">commonly seen<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW93053797 BCX8\"> on one of the limbs)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW93053797 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Unfortunately, these tumors act aggressively, and they have a high risk of spreading.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Amputation of the affected limb is the best treatment option to remove the source of pain and the bulk of the tumor.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Often, osteosarcoma can affect the lungs, so chemotherapy is recommended after surgery to slow down further progression of the disease.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"5\" 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Know that our surgeons will examine pets before the procedure to ensure they are a suitable surgical candidate. Most dogs adjust very well to life with only three limbs &#8211; they can still run and play! It will take a few days or weeks to adjust, but your dog will feel so much better without that source of pain.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9264 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-13.png\" alt=\"A veterinary technician in full PPE leaning into a dog who wants pets during chemotherapy in an exam room; veterinary oncology, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-13.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-13-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW5594108 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW5594108 BCX8\">Prognosis<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW5594108 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">There are many factors that play a role when a veterinarian <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">determines<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\"> a pet\u2019s prognosis. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">Imaging results may show if a cancer has spread, and histopathology reports, physical exams, diagnostic tests, and the selected treatment plan are all considered.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\"> Additionally, providing a prognosis can be challenging since every individual pet <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">respond<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\"> differently<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">treatment.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"TextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">Your pet\u2019s veterinary team will provide the most <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">accurate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\"> prognosis they can based on <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW79926685 BCX8\">your pet\u2019s specific <\/span><span 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class=\"TextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">Y<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">ou can give your pet the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">most peaceful passing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\"> by<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\"> considering <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">in advance <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">how you will know when <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\"> time to choose euthanasia<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">This way, you can make clearer, more rational decisions <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">regarding<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\"> your pet\u2019s quality of life.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\"> Your pet\u2019s veterinary team can talk you through your pet\u2019s specific prognosis and expectations<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">, but you can also <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">utilize<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\"> tools and resources such as the<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">\u201c<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW188125572 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/debunking-pet-cancer-myths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW188125572 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Five Favorite Things Rule<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">\u201d and a <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW188125572 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/for-pet-owners\/resources\/pet-loss-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW188125572 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Quality of Life<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"> Scale<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\"> to help you <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">better recognize and prepare for when it may be time to consider end-of-life care. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">You can learn more about making this choice <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW188125572 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/pet-euthanasia-making-the-difficult-decision\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW188125572 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">here<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188125572 BCX8\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW188125572 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Navigating your pet\u2019s cancer can be scary and overwhelming but know that you don\u2019t have to make decisions alone. With guidance from your pet\u2019s veterinary team, you can make informed decisions to give your pet the best quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9268 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-20.png\" alt=\"A veterinary technician with a dog in red bandana that reads &quot;Tech don't let pets fight cancer alone&quot; and a photo of a group of veterinary technicians and Dr. Keepman, a veterinary oncologist, surrounding a dog in a graduation cap in front of a banner that reads &quot;I'm Kicking Cancer's Tail&quot;; veterinary oncology, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-20.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Untitled-design-20-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you have any questions or concerns about your pet\u2019s symptoms, cancer diagnosis, treatment options, or hospice care, always talk to your family veterinarian. You can also ask your family veterinarian for a referral to our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/veterinary-services\/oncology-and-chemotherapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Oncology Service<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to meet with one of our board-certified veterinary oncologists. You can call <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">(651) 501-3766<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"none\">to set up an appointment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7548 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png\" alt=\"Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Fast Track Triage, color-coded triage system, pet emergency, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png 940w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7-768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=386676318022853063\" width=\"345\" height=\"618\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Read Part I to learn about how your veterinary team diagnoses your pet\u2019s 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. 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