Is it true there are some dog breeds prone to cancer? "Yes!" is the straightforward response to this question. Explaining why some dogs are more prone to cancer, on the other hand, is a more difficult task. Other risk factors for cancer in dogs, aside from genetics, include environment and lifestyle among other random factors.… Continue reading Dog Breeds Prone to Cancer
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Dog Breeds Prone to Cancer
Is it true there are some dog breeds prone to cancer? "Yes!" is the straightforward response to this question. Explaining why some dogs are more prone to cancer, on the other hand, is a more difficult task. Other risk factors for cancer in dogs, aside from genetics, include environment and lifestyle among other random factors.… Continue reading Dog Breeds Prone to Cancer
Esophageal Tumors in Dogs
Tissue growth and replication abnormalities in the esophagus, the muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach, are characterized by abnormal cell proliferation and dysregulation of cell replication. In most cases, esophageal tumors develop from cells in the inner lining of the esophagus or from muscle that surrounds the inner lining. Esophageal tumors are… Continue reading Esophageal Tumors in Dogs
6 Early Warning Signs of Cancer in Dogs
Early warning signs of cancer are key to treating cancer early. As your dog ages, the risk of cancer increases. By the age of 10, they have a 50% chance of developing a type of canine cancer, which, in case you didn't know, is the number one cause of death in dogs. Because of this,… Continue reading 6 Early Warning Signs of Cancer in Dogs
The Dog Cancer Journal
Writing in your Dog Cancer Journal can make a world of difference in not only your dog's life, but your own life, and your veterinarian/oncologist's life. The purpose of the Dog Cancer Journal is to jot down as many details as possible regarding your dog's cancer journey. When you hear the words, "your dog has… Continue reading The Dog Cancer Journal