Chemotherapy is one of the four major therapies for cancer–the three others being surgery, radiation, and immunotherapy. During most of the consults that we do, chemotherapy is discussed. The looks I get when I recommend chemotherapy for people’s pets can range from unbelief to fright. The first thing that
The news is awash with things that cause cancer in people – from cell phones to cigarette smoke to every food additive known to mankind. Despite the variety of opinions on this subject, precious little expressed about the effect of environment on human cancer is based on scientific
Dr. Patrick Mahaney, a Los Angeles-based holistic veterinarian and practitioner of acupuncture for animals, knows what it’s like to have a pet with a life-threatening illness. His Welsh terrier, Cardiff, suffers from Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA), a condition where an animal’s immune system attacks the body’s red blood cells. Although
This is a question I am often asked by family and friends who are looking for a dog. The answer is both simple and complex. The simple answer is yes–ALL breeds, ALL dogs, ALL cats have a risk for getting cancer in their lifetime. Just as all people have
Animal Fair spent a refreshing day with Anna Getty, (daughter of Paul Getty III, an heir of the Getty family oil fortune) and her adorable Lab, Tennessee. Check out how Getty’s passion for a pure, organic way of life was more than her dog could hope for! AF: Tell us
Just like people get cancer, dogs can too. Early detection can help your dog’s chances of survival. Meet Teddy, and listen to her story and then follow our tips to check your dog for any changes in his body that might indicate cancer. By so doing, you may save its