What Cancers Are Common in Dogs And What to Watch Out For

like humans contract life-threatening and aggressive diseases like cancer. According to veterinarian Dr. Mark Silberman, some dog breeds are at a higher risk of certain than others.

Common Cancers in Popular Dog Breeds

Beagle – Mast cell tumor, Sebaceous gland tumor, Haemangiopericytoma, Perianal gland adenoma, Lymphosarcoma Boston – Terrier Mast cell tumor, Melanoma, Fibroma, Primary brain tumor Dalmatian – Actinic keratosis, Cutaneous haemangioma German Shepherd – Colorectal neoplasia, Sweat gland tumor, Trichoepithelioma, Anal sac adenocarcinoma, Cutaneous haemangioma, Lymphoma, Myxoma, Nasal cavity tumors, Insulinoma, Limbal melanoma, Testicular neoplasia, Thymoma   Greyhound – None, though there are signs of haemangiosarcoma Golden Retriever – Mast cell tumor, Sweat gland tumor, Trichoepithelioma, Melanoma, Haemangioma, Histiocytoma, Fibroma, Lymphosarcoma, Nasal cavity tumors, Thyroid neoplasia, Insulinoma, Primary brain tumor, Fibrosarcoma Jack Russell – Pituitary tumor Labrador Retriever – Mast cell tumor, Cutaneous histiocytoma, Sq. cell carcinoma, Nasal cavity tumors, Insulinoma, Lymphosarcoma, Limbal melanoma, Oral Fibrosarcoma, Thymoma Maltese – None Poodle – Basal cell tumor, Trichoepithelioma, Sebaceous gland tumor, Sq. cell carcinoma, Insulinoma, Pituitary tumor, Adrenalcortical tumor, Lymphosarcoma, Limbal melanoma, Oral melanoma, Testicular neoplasia Scottish Terrier – Mast cell tumor, Melanoma, Histiocytoma, Squamous cell carcinoma, Lymphoma, Primary brain tumor Shih Tsu – Sebaceous gland tumor, Perianal gland adenomas Yorkshire Terrier – Keratocanthoma, Pituitary tumor, Testicular neopla

Warning Signs

Skin cancers rank the most common cancer in dogs, while bone, blood, gastrointestinal tract and lymph nodes are also sites where cancer cells develop. Cancer accounts for almost half of the deaths of dogs older than 10 years of age. Watch out for these signs and behaviour changes which are indications that you should schedule a physical checkup at your vet’s office as soon as possible: an abnormal new lump, changes to an existing lump, sores that refuse to heal, discharge or bleeding from any opening (nose, mouth, urinary, etc), difficulty in passing motion, difficulty in breathing, vomiting and diarrhea, limping, foul breath, body odour, and loss of stamina. Remember that early detection increases your canine’s chances of survival.

Diet and Cancer

Amongst other factors, poor diet and nutrition based on processed foods are largely blamed for our modern day health problems faced by humans. Similarly this is what our furry pets are facing too – they rarely eat raw and are eating heavily processed dry foods. A change in diet especially during the time when they are suffering from cancer plays a key role in helping the animal fight cancer.

 

The Natural Vet’s Guide to Preventing and Treating Cancer in Dogs
by: D.V.M. Shawn Messonnier
publisher: New World Library, published: 2006-03-16
ASIN: 1577315197
EAN: 9781577315193
sales rank: 216699
price: $9.29 (new), $3.64 (used)

In this easy-to-use guide, Dr. Shawn Messonnier offers the latest research on both treating new diagnoses of cancer and preventing the disease before it takes the life of a beloved family pet. He details a program that includes complementary therapies such as antioxidants, herbal preparations, homeopathic remedies, raw food, glandular supplements, and acupuncture. He stresses that while no one therapy is right for every pet, boosting the immune system is an excellent complement to conventional therapies like radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery, as well as an important preventive program for healthy dogs. Presenting the reader with clinical studies supporting these treatments, or with his own extensive clinical experience where studies are not yet available, Dr. Messonnier gives readers an objective and up-to-date survey, complete with the pros and cons of each treatment, of all the integrative options available for treating and preventing cancer in dogs.
Dog Cancer: The Holistic Answer: A Step by Step Guide
by: Dr. Steven Eisen
publisher: CreateSpace, published: 2010-05-24
ASIN: 1451518838
EAN: 9781451518832
sales rank: 197870
price: $24.95 (new), $30.70 (used)

When his 11-year-old Lhasa Apso, Fergie, was diagnosed with lymphoma, a deadly cancer, Dr. Steven Eisen decided not to rely on standard veterinary care but to apply his own specialist expertise to the case and to treat his dog holistically. He knew from his prior research that a skillfully tailored diet, plus natural supplements, would often achieve cures without the downsides of conventional medicine. His instincts were validated: Fergie was restored to health, confounding her vet’s prognosis that she would live no more than six weeks by surviving for almost two and a half years and reaching normal life expectancy for her breed. Dog Cancer: The Holistic Answer describes in detail the broad protocol Dr. Eisen used to rescue Fergie from her death sentence and explains how to customize it for one’s own dog. While acknowledging that each owner must make a personal decision on the relative merits of conventional and holistic approaches, he presents a powerful case for questioning the use of toxic, invasive, and high-priced methods that too often end in grief. Unlike most books on dog cancer treatments, which are overstuffed and overwhelming to the average dog owner, this guide is tightly focused on the need to act wisely right away. In just 80 pages, Dr. Eisen clearly explains the five steps of the healing protocol, beginning with the elimination of toxins from the body, from the immediate environment, and from every item the dog consumes; continuing with the easy preparation of an anti-cancer diet; then moving on to immune enhancement, enzyme therapy, and the use of vitamins, herbs, and other supplements. The totality of information distilled by Dr. Eisen cannot currently be found in any other single source. Certain key transformative supplements, for example, are overlooked by every other book surveying the range of holistic options. For dog owners seeking a benign, proven approach to the healing of their pets’ cancer, this is the indispensable roadmap.
The Dog Cancer Diet
by: Demian Dressler
publisher: Maui Media LLC, published: 2010-08-10
ASIN: B0040SXSWA
sales rank: 68264

If your dog has been diagnosed with cancer, he or she needs to start eating a special diet right away. “The Dog Cancer Diet” (Kindle edition) walks you step-by-step through the homemade recipe and how to make the change from your dog’s current diet.

You will learn about:
* How to help your dog fight cancer with food
* Commercial Dog Foods & Cancer-Causing Carcinogens
* Water Quality & Cancer
* Why Grains & Sugars are Bad for Dogs with Cancer
* Important Dietary Supplements to Help Dogs with Cancer

The right foods–many of which you probably have in your home right now–can be powerful weapons for a dog with cancer. Putting your dog on the diet described in “The Dog Cancer Diet” will accomplish two things: 1) Fight Cancer – while no food is a “miracle cure,” there are some that “go after” cancer tumors. 2) Support Immune Response – foods that boost your dog’s immune system help your dog’s natural defense system.

“The Dog Cancer Diet” contains the latest, cutting edge information from one of the leading authorities on dog cancer and full spectrum canine cancer care.

Dr. Demian Dressler, DVM (otherwise known as the Dog Cancer Vet) is an internationally recognized expert on canine cancer and blogs regularly at DogCancerBlog.com.

The Natural Vet’s Guide to Preventing and Treating Cancer in Dogs (Natural Vets Guide)
by: D.V.M. Shawn Messonnier
publisher: New World Library, published: 2006-03-16
ASIN: B0026A6CTA
sales rank: 140812

In this easy-to-use guide, Dr. Shawn Messonnier offers the latest research on both treating new diagnoses of cancer and preventing the disease before it takes the life of a beloved family pet. He details a program that includes complementary therapies such as antioxidants, herbal preparations, homeopathic remedies, raw food, glandular supplements, and acupuncture. He stresses that while no one therapy is right for every pet, boosting the immune system is an excellent complement to conventional therapies like radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery, as well as an important preventive program for healthy dogs. Presenting the reader with clinical studies supporting these treatments, or with his own extensive clinical experience where studies are not yet available, Dr. Messonnier gives readers an objective and up-to-date survey, complete with the pros and cons of each treatment, of all the integrative options available for treating and preventing cancer in dogs.

Help Your Dog Fight Cancer: What Every Caretaker Should Know About Canine Cancer
by: Laurie Kaplan
publisher: JanGen Press, published: 2008-07-01
ASIN: B002Z13LGC
sales rank: 156311

Fifty percent of the 65 million dogs in the U.S. will have cancer, yet most caretakers know little or nothing about caring for a dog with cancer. Author Laurie Kaplan, MSC, medical animal writer, provides a soup-to-nuts education about canine cancer for the layperson. Laurie also shares the story of her own canine cancer survivor, Bullet, and their triumphant battle against his cancer.

Help Your Dog Fight Cancer educates owners about causes, prevention and early detection. Covers dianostics, treatment options, traditional and holistic therapies and home care options including diet and supplements and side effect remedies. The final chapter covers palliative care (Pawspice), euthanasia, cremation/burial and grief.

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