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 NCCF Staff | Jan 18, 2023 | Canine Cancer Blog
Animal Blood Banks Need Your Help! Blood Donor Dog Heroes Just like humans, dogs can require blood transfusions for various medical reasons or procedures, and just like in human blood banks, animal blood banks save lives every day. Can My Dog Donate Blood? What are...
by NCCF Staff | Dec 29, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
Ever been unsure of where your non-profit donation goes? There’s an independent rating system just for this, called GuideStar. It’s an online database of nonprofit organizations for the public to use when evaluating missions and effectiveness. The National Canine...
by NCCF Staff | Dec 29, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
Current statistics show that one out of every three dogs will get cancer. If you have a sick pet, one of the most difficult decisions is when to put down a dog with cancer. Many dog cancers are treatable, but how do you know when to say goodbye to your dog? This is a...
by Christine Franklyn | Jul 22, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
We’ve heard health experts talk about the benefits of fish oil for human beings but the real question here is can dogs have fish oil and what are the benefits to our furry friends? After all, both dogs and humans can suffer from the ill effects of inflammation, which...
by Kyle Stevenson | Jul 18, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
In the middle of a long, hot summer, one of my favorite clients brought her sweet Dachshund, Lucy, in to see me because she had a raw, swollen spot on her lip. I wasn’t expecting to find multiple, swollen lymph nodes that fateful Friday afternoon. I wasn’t expecting...
by Sara Nice | Jun 29, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
Sebaceous Adenomas are tumors that develop on a dog’s sebaceous glands, the natural oil-producing glands of the skin. You’ve probably seen them before on older dogs and been unaware that that’s what they were. Canine adenomas are usually pinkish and...
by Kyri Arriaga | Jun 1, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
Probiotics For Dogs: Hype or Health? I have seen the benefits of probiotics in my own stomach health. So, I was pleasantly surprised to learn my furbaby can benefit from natural probiotics for dogs. After discussions with my veterinarian and research on the topic, I...
by Sara Nice | May 9, 2022 | Canine Cancer Blog
Canine Leukemia Prognosis, Treatment & Survival Stories What is the typical prognosis for dogs suffering from Leukemia? Leukemia in dogs is a blood cancer that creates an overabundance of white blood cells. The most common Leukemia is Lymphocytic and it is...
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