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. If you’re interested in you and your pet helping to save other dog’s lives, chances are there is…
There’s an independent rating system called GuideStar, an online database of nonprofit organizations for the public to use when evaluating missions and effectiveness. The National Canine Cancer Foundation is proud to have been awarded the Guidestar Silver S…
Many dog cancers are treatable, but how do you know when to say goodbye to your dog? This is a complicated decision, and it should be discussed with your veterinarian. Your choice should be based on the type of cancer and the dog’s overall health and condition before…
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 …
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...
Sebaceous Adenomas are tumors that develop on a dog’s sebaceous glands, the natural oil-producing glands of the skin. Canine adenomas are usually pinkish and have lobules and are found on the head, but they exist elsewhere as well.
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...
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...
Do household chemicals cause bladder cancer in dogs? University of Wisconsin-Madison is Doing a Study of Environmental Chemicals in Dogs with Bladder Cancer. The Study Bladder cancer in dogs can lead to bloody urine, pain on urination, and urinary blockage. Bladder...
Help us find out why dogs get lymphoma! BOXERS are needed to further this study! The University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Veterinary Medicine is doing a study on Environmental Chemicals and Lymphoma in Boxer Dogs The Study: Lymphoma is a fatal cancer of the...
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