If you have decided to opt into some type of treatment, or you are considering treatment, you’ll want to look for a veterinary oncologist. If you don’t have one near you or you are unsure, you can still request a consultation. What is a Veterinary Oncologist? Veterinary oncologists are extremely knowledgeable in conventional veterinary medicine.… Continue reading Finding a Veterinarian for Dog Cancer
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Exploring Alternative Methods for Dog Cancer
The first item on a holistic veterinarian's checklist to consider when reviewing a cancer case from an alternative perspective (after examining the traditional choices) is diet. The purpose of nutrition is to establish an environment in which cancer cells are effectively starved while the immune system is strengthened. The next step is usually to look… Continue reading Exploring Alternative Methods for Dog Cancer
Intestinal Cancer in Dogs
The abnormal proliferation and dysregulated replication of cells anywhere throughout the intestinal tract, which includes the small and large intestines, results in intestinal cancer in dogs. The duodenum, jejunum, and ileum are the three different parts of the small intestine. The cecum, colon, and rectum are the three different parts of the large intestine. Tumors… Continue reading Intestinal Cancer in Dogs
Pros and Cons of Chemo for Dogs
Chemotherapy is the use of chemical compounds to destroy cancer cells or prevent them from replicating. Chemotherapy is used to target and kill rapidly replicating cells. It does so by attacking certain cellular processes (such as DNA replication) or by disrupting other cellular functions that are required for cell replication. Cancer is a condition in… Continue reading Pros and Cons of Chemo for Dogs
Mouth Cancer in Dogs
Mouth tumors can cause blockages that make chewing and swallowing difficult for dogs. Surgical removal of tumors is frequently required for a dog's survival, although it isn't always achievable depending on the nature and location of the tumor. Tumor Types The good news is that not every tumor will develop into full-blown mouth cancer. Tumors… Continue reading Mouth Cancer in Dogs