Dogs with cancer should still exercise. Exercise helps physical and mental health. It can help eliminate or reduce stress. Exercise may also help to build or maintain muscle that has been affected or deteriorated from the cancer. Sleep is also key here. Exercise helps dogs sleep significantly better at night (since it gives them increased… Continue reading Your Dog’s Happiness and Cancer
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Logical Decisions at a Painful Time
I can be the first one to tell you; logical decisions are a bit ‘out the window’ once you hear those three words, “she has cancer.” Since making the right decision for you is so incredibly difficult, it’s best to write it out with a pen and paper under careful consideration. One of the best… Continue reading Logical Decisions at a Painful Time
Finding a Veterinarian for Dog Cancer
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
Keeping a Dog Cancer Journal
One of the main activities I always encourage is…keep a journal. Writing in a journal is a great way to get organized, but it can be hard to know how to start. To help you out, here are some tips for making the most of your writing time: Make sure you have enough space in… Continue reading Keeping a Dog Cancer Journal
Making Choices for Your Dog
Some clients I have encountered decide they don’t want to treat the cancer. What do I say? What does the veterinarian say in these cases? There’s no black and white answer when it comes to putting your dog through treatment. And, when it comes to our dogs, it generally doesn’t come down to the money… Continue reading Making Choices for Your Dog