by advetcc | Dec 29, 2020 | Cancer Care
The most common primary bone tumor in dogs is osteosarcoma (osteo= bone, sarcoma = cancer). This is especially true for large and giant breeds. Osteosarcoma (OSA) is most often seen in middle aged to older dogs. But it has also been reported in younger dogs (1-2...
by advetcc | Nov 11, 2020 | Cancer Care
What is radiation therapy for cancer treatment in pets? Radiation, as a cancer treatment for pets, can be broadly divided into electromagnetic and particulate radiation. Electromagnetic radiation is a form of energy that is present all around us and takes many...
by advetcc | Aug 25, 2020 | Cancer Care
Chemotherapy is a very important treatment modality used for many types of cancers in dogs and cats. It has been applied in different ways including as sole treatment for certain systemic cancers such as lymphoma and leukemia with the goal of achieving remission....
by advetcc | Jul 29, 2020 | Cancer Care
, Canine lymphoma is one of the most common cancers in dogs. It is a cancer of a type of immune system cell (lymphocyte) and lymphoid tissues present in the body. This includes the lymph nodes, spleen, gastrointestinal tract, thymus and bone marrow. However, they...
by advetcc | Jul 29, 2020 | Cancer Care
Will chemotherapy make my pet sick? Chemotherapy is very well tolerated in most dogs and cats. Most patients experience no side effects. Around 15% will have mild side effects that will last for a few days and many will improve on their own. About 5% of patients can...
by advetcc | Jul 29, 2020 | Cancer Care
Cancer is a complex disease! Genetics, environment, nutrition, hormone and viral exposure play a role in different degrees. No one knows exactly why some pets get cancer, while others do not. However, there are preventative steps we can take to minimize the risk of...
