Tag Archives: canine cancer
One In Four Dogs Develop Tumors
According to statistics, cancer accounts for nearly 50% of all disease-related pet deaths each year, and approximately 1 in 4 dogs will develop a tumor of some kind during their lifetime. Statistics aside, if your dog has been … Continue reading
Research to Understand Canine Cancer Begins With a Tiny Blood Platelet
This is very exciting research that is being conducted to better understand cancer in dogs, and it may advance knowledge of human cancer too! Researchers at Mississippi State’s College of Veterinary Medicine began an investigation with a tiny blood … Continue reading
My Birthday Wishes 2014!
It was four (4) years ago today, on 10/10/10, that I made my entrance into the world, and I can’t believe how quickly the years have passed! I was just a pup when my mom was asked to foster my … Continue reading
National Pit Bull Awareness Day Colorado
SAVE THE DATE!!! We’ll be parading the streets of Historic Downtown Littleton once again on October 25, 2014!! Mark your calendar, and plan to join us for the 4th Annual National Pit Bull Awareness Day Colorado “Parade of Pit Bulls … Continue reading
A Rainbow Reminder
Pssst…I’ve got a secret! Actually I’ve got plenty of secrets, but this one I’m going to share. There’s a little known fact about my assistant, but I don’t suppose she’ll be too upset with me for sharing since I know … Continue reading
Exciting Canine Bone Cancer Research
Auburn Veterinary Researchers Developing New Treatment for Canine Bone cancer In 2013, the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation awarded a grant in the amount of $118,848 to Dr. Bruce Smith, director of the Auburn University Research Initiative in Cancer, … Continue reading
Trim Cancer Risk With Exercise
Daily exercise is extremely important in our every day lives, and even more so when cancer is involved. While the visual reward of exercising for both you and your dog may be a fit and trim physique, consistent exercise improves … Continue reading
Monoclonal Antibody Clinical Trial for Dogs With T-Cell Lymphoma
The Animal Clinical Investigation is enrolling dogs in a nationwide clinical trial to evaluate a monoclonal antibody (AT-005) that is conditionally licensed by the USDA to aid in the treatment of dogs with lymphoma. If you’re like me, you might … Continue reading
Antioxidants For Dogs
While not all cancers can be prevented, there are certain steps pet owners can take which may help their dogs have a lower risk of developing cancer. Healthy nutrition and exercise are believed to help prevent cancer from developing, and … Continue reading
Penn Vet Recruiting Dogs for Bone Cancer Clinical Trial
Dr. Nicola Mason, of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, is currently recruiting patients for a new trial for dogs with early osteosarcoma that have not undergone limb amputation. Osteosarcoma is an aggressive bone cancer and 60% of … Continue reading