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
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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
Your Dog’s Happiness and Cancer
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
Dog Cancer Diet: Is Kibble Acceptable?
When cancer hits, it’s often accompanied by weight loss, loss of muscle, and depression. All of these can significantly impact your dog’s quality of life. Consuming a good diet can improve your dog’s life tremendously. Food can actually prove to be ‘good medicine,’ in a sense... hence why dogs with cancer are often fed a… Continue reading Dog Cancer Diet: Is Kibble Acceptable?
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