Local Teenager Saves Puppy’s Life
June 9, 2022
INSPIRED BY TRAGEDY, SAVE-FL WORKS TO AVOID EUTHANASIA IN PETS You can help by donating HERE “Too frequently there would be animals that would come in to the hospital that were savable,” says Ethan Rappaport, a teenage assistant working at a south Florida emergency veterinary center during summer break. But, often, pet owners could…
Pet Mom Saves Her Cat and Thousands of Dollars in Medical Bills
October 1, 2021
Insurance Allows Ouzo to Get the Emergency Care He Needs “One night he came into the bed and I saw he was walking strangely,” recalls pet owner Terri Josephs. Her sweet cat Ouzo was licking his leg and side. “I know that’s not a good sign,” she added.“ When I patted him, he yelped.”…
Pet Insurance Today and Why It’s Critical for Dogs and Cats
May 25, 2021
Four Pet Parents Share Personal Stories of Saving Lives “Sometimes it’s a matter of life and death,” says pet owner Lorraine Gacitua, as she explains the difficult decision many pet owners make, when their pet requires specialized or emergency care and they can’t afford it. “I’ve read about people having to put their pet down,…
Bone Cancer in Dogs – Canine Osteosarcoma
December 29, 2020
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 years old). Osteosarcoma is a locally aggressive tumor, characterized…
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Pet Chemotherapy
August 25, 2020
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. Chemotherapy has also been used in combination with other treatments: –to shrink…
July 29, 2020
, 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 may arise in almost any tissue in the body. The…
13 Most Frequently Asked Questions about Chemotherapy
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 experience more moderate side effects and less…
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 developing cancer in our pets. Here are 7 ways you can…
11 Warning Signs of Pet Cancer
Cancer is the leading cause of death in pets beyond middle age. Below are top 11 warning signs of cancer in companion animals. If you notice any of these signs in your pet, please consult a veterinarian as soon as possible. 1. Abnormal swellings (lumps or bumps) It is important to check your pet’s body…
AVCC is Excited to Bring Full-Time Board Certified Veterinary Oncology to South Florida!
October 22, 2019
Advanced Veterinary Care Center in Davie is pleased to now offer full-time board certified veterinary oncology. Our comprehensive cancer service will be led by Sindy Piscoya, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology). “Although our community is already blessed with a number of capable veterinary oncologists, the need for prompt oncology services still exceeds the availability, especially in the…