Dog Health

Cancer in Dogs

According to some recent data, approximately 25% of all dogs across the world will develop one form of cancer during their lives. The statistic is even higher for dogs that are over the age of 10, with 50% of this category developing cancer until the end of their lives.
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Anal Sac Cancer in Dogs

Both cats and dogs can develop anal sac cancer. Both species are equipped with a pair of anal sacs, which are typically located on either side of the anus. The

Bladder cancer in dogs

Bladder Cancer in Dogs

Even though its incidence in dogs is somewhat rare, bladder cancer can show up in our canine friends. About 1% to 2% of all cancer cases in dogs affect the

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Cancer Statistics In Pets

According to some recent data, approximately 25% of all dogs across the world will develop one form of cancer during their lives. The statistic is even higher for dogs that

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Chemotherapy for Dogs

There are three main ways of treating cancer in dogs: surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Depending on the type of tumor that a dog has developed, one or a combination

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Common Types of Cancer in Dogs

What are the most common tumors that our canine friends can suffer from? If you’ve ever asked yourself this question and you’re looking to do the best you can to

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Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs

Hemangiosarcoma is a relatively common type of cancer that tends to affect dogs that are middle-aged. More often than not, the tumor develops in the spleen, but sometimes it can

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Liver Cancer in Dogs

The liver is an essential organ for all animals, whether dogs or cats. Unfortunately, liver disease can be very challenging to treat as it is often associated with no symptoms

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Mast Cell Tumors in a Dogs

MCT is one of the most common types of skin tumors in dogs. It can affect various other areas of the body from the liver and spleen to the gastrointestinal

Oral Melanoma in Dogs

Oral Melanoma in Dogs

Oral melanoma is one of the most common types of cancer that dogs can develop. In fact, it is believed that oral tumors are the fourth most common type of

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Radiation Therapy for Dog Cancer

Nowadays, there are three main ways of treating cancer in both pets and humans: surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. In today’s article, we’re looking at what radiation therapy is, what types

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Sebaceous Cysts in Dogs

If you have recently noticed a bump on your dog’s skin, you might be wondering what it might be. Some bumps and lumps can be dangerous and call for immediate

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Signs of Cancer in Dogs

Cancer is the number one disease that kills our pets, and being educated is key to keeping your canine companion as healthy as you possibly can. In this article, we

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Soft Tissue Sarcoma in Dogs

What is a soft tissue sarcoma? If you’ve ever asked yourself this question or you’d like to know more about this type of tumor, you’re in the right place. In

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Testicular Cancer in Dogs

Testicular tumors can mostly affect approximately one-third of all intact male dogs across the planet. In today’s article, we’re looking at the types of testicular cancer that dogs can develop,

Thyroid Cancer in Dogs

Thyroid Cancer in Dogs

The thyroid is one of the most important endocrine glands that animals and humans are equipped with. This gland is in charge of producing the thyroid hormone, which regulates how