For years pets have shared human MRI machines at hospitals in order for veterinarians to have the equipment necessary to obtain information for a proper diagnosis. Radiographs (x-rays) often provide detail for bony structures, while ultrasounds focus on the details of soft tissue. MRI has the capability to provide detail for both bony structures and [...]
Each year millions of pets are diagnosed with various types of cancer. Thankfully, the veterinary oncology field is experiencing growth in both diagnostic and treatment options. As with all forms of cancer, early diagnosis can be the difference between life and death, as well as determining what options may be available for treatment. Veterinary Oncologists [...]
In honor of Pet Cancer Awareness Month, we are encouraging owners to take an active role in preventing mammary and testicular cancer in their pets. Some may ask how it is possible to prevent these diseases; however, it is really very simple. Spaying and neutering pets dramatically decreases or eliminates a pet’s risk of developing [...]
Hemangiosarcoma (HSA) is seen more commonly in our canine friends than other species of animals. A soft tissue cancer that is highly malignant, HSA can affect any soft tissue in the body as it is associated with blood vessels. Common locations associated with diagnosis of HSA include the heart, spleen, skin, kidneys and brain. Signs [...]
Unfortunately many of our fury friends are faced with the diagnosis of some form of cancer in their lifetime. One such cancer is squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) which stems from the flat squamous cells found in skin, nails, mouth, nose and linings of body cavities. Most common in lightly colored cells, SCC often presents as [...]
One of the most common forms of malignant cancer in dogs, lymphosarcoma is a cancer that most commonly affects bone marrow, liver, spleen and lymphnodes; however it can be found in other areas of the body as well. Frequently associated with genetics in our canine friends, lymphosarcoma is highly common in certain breeds and carries [...]
Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) is estimated to affect more than 8,000 dogs annually. Most common in large and giant breed dogs, this aggressive cancer is considered as a primary bone cancer meaning it begins in the bone and then spreads to other body systems. While Osteosarcoma is the most common primary bone cancer found in cats, [...]
Each year, by proclamation of the President, The United States promotes cancer control, awareness and research during the month of April. Cancer in humans is the number two cause of death in The United States. 1 in every 3 dogs is diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and more than half of those diagnosed die [...]
Much like the human form of Malignant Melanoma, the canine form of this cancer is also caused by a pigment cell called a melanocyte. Tumors are formed as these cells divide uncontrollably, often on the skin, toe pads and mouth of our canine best friends. While the skin version of Canine Melanoma is frequently benign, [...]
While Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) is fairly rare in cats, it is estimated that it affects more than 8,000 dogs annually. This aggressive cancer is considered as a primary bone cancer meaning that it begins in the bone and then spreads to other body systems. Owners commonly notice intermittent lameness that becomes progressively worse over a [...]