Beyond Chemotherapy: How Veterinary Oncologists Can Improve Outcomes and Extend Quality of Life By: Angharad Waite VMD, DACVIM (Oncology) The Oncology Service As a veterinary oncologist, my primary objective is to provide information to my clients about the benefits and risks associated with a cancer treatment. A principal component of this effort is to bring […]
My Dog has Cancer. Now what? by Dr. Alison Rhoades, DVM Midlothian Animal Clinic Frequently, a cancer diagnosis makes everyone in the family feel helpless. After deciding on a treatment plan, owners often want to know what they can do to help keep their pet comfortable during treatment. First, let’s talk about nutrition. A nutritious […]
Common Misperceptions for Cancer Therapy in our Companion Animals By Dr. Monika Jankowski, DVM, DACVIM, Veterinary Emergency Specialty Center Cancer. It’s a word that sets off a variety of emotions in all of us. We may see characters in movies portraying severe sickness from chemotherapy treatment or know of acquaintances undergoing treatment with chemotherapy. The […]
Why Should I Consult an Oncologist? By Emily J. Skovira, DVM, MS, Residency Trained in Internal Medicine Dogwood Veterinary Internal Medicine Cancer affects a significant number of dogs and cats; it is one of the leading causes of death in the aging pet population. As our understanding of cancer advances, we often are able to […]
Things to Consider When Making End-Of-Life Decisions for Your Pet By Dr. Lori Elliott, DVM Shady Grove Animal Clinic The price we pay for loving a wonderful creature with a lifespan far shorter than ours is the hurt of saying good-bye. The end of our pet’s life comes more often with our gentle help, than […]
