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 | Oct 20, 2020 | News & Events
Multiple Specialties at Advanced Veterinary Care Center in Davie Collaborate to Bring Schaefer’s Cancer into Clinical Remission “Schaefer had been a healthy, active dog with no unusual symptoms prior to his annual exam,” according to mom Janice. It was during...
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...
