by Tapiwa Manhombo | Feb 2, 2023 | Canine Cancer Blog
Canine cancer is a constant worry for dog owners. There have been limited ways to screen for cancer in dogs. In the past, veterinarians have used methods such as fine needle aspirates (FNAs), radiographs, and routine blood work to determine whether a dog has cancer....
by Tapiwa Manhombo | Jan 31, 2023 | Canine Cancer Blog
Are artificial sweeteners bad for dogs? Short answer – yes! Pet owners everywhere are waking up to the dangers of artificial sweeteners for their furry friends. Xylitol has especially come under scrutiny for its fatal effects on dogs. Yet, it’s not always...
by Tapiwa Manhombo | Feb 9, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
Rib osteosarcoma in dogs is rare; however, when it does occur, it has a very high metastasizing rate. Up to 45% of all dogs diagnosed with rib osteosarcoma will have metastasized by the time the vets catch it. Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer that develops on the...
by Tapiwa Manhombo | Nov 16, 2021 | Canine Cancer Blog
Only 0.3 – 0.6% of all dogs get prostate cancer. Though rare, this cancer is highly aggressive. There are several types of cancers that affect a dog’s prostate. Adenocarcinoma, leiomyosarcoma, and squamous cell carcinoma are examples of prostate cancer in...
by Tapiwa Manhombo | Oct 7, 2021 | Canine Cancer Blog
Noticed any lesions or wart-like bumps on your dog recently? These could be squamous cell carcinoma, a malignant skin cancer that occurs in the epidermal layer of the skin. Squamous cells are found in the epidermis and abnormal cells can mutate from them, leading to...
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