{"id":4239,"date":"2024-05-13T06:56:50","date_gmt":"2024-05-13T06:56:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/?p=4239"},"modified":"2024-05-14T05:58:00","modified_gmt":"2024-05-14T05:58:00","slug":"early-signs-of-cancer-in-dogs-you-should-watch-out-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/pet-health\/early-signs-of-cancer-in-dogs-you-should-watch-out-for\/","title":{"rendered":"Early Signs of Cancer in Dogs You Should Watch Out For"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer in Dogs: How Common is It and Can it Affect Your Dog?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, cancer in dogs is common. Around 25% of all dogs develop cancer in their life. 50% of all senior dogs have been diagnosed with cancer as per the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaha.org\/your-pet\/pet-owner-education\/ask-aaha\/canine-cancer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AAHA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer in dogs can affect the skin, breast, digestive system and reproductive system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer in pets doesn\u2019t have to be a death sentence. Early diagnosis, correct treatment and post-cancer checkups are keys to a healthy life of any pet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep reading to learn more about the signs, causes, treatment and prevention of cancer in dogs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the Signs of Cancer in Pets?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer is not just one disease. It can affect any organ or organ system. Some cancers are visible as lumps on the body, while others grow stealthily inside the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4242\" src=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Signs-of-Cancer-in-Dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Vetic infographic listing signs of cancer in dogs including lump on the skin, non-healing sore, strange secretions, loss of appetite, weight loss, lethargy, weakness, breathing difficulty, limping, pain and digestive problems.\" width=\"1890\" height=\"1063\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonetheless, there are some common signs of cancer in dogs that are visible once the pet is affected. Sadly, some signs and symptoms of cancer in dogs only show up after the disease has spread or metastasised to other organs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The signs of cancer in dogs include &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lump or Growths on The Skin<\/li>\n<li>Sores or Wounds That Won&#8217;t Heal<\/li>\n<li>Sudden Weight Loss<\/li>\n<li>Digestive Issues<\/li>\n<li>Appetite Loss<\/li>\n<li>Lethargy<\/li>\n<li>Weakness<\/li>\n<li>Limping or Limb Pain<\/li>\n<li>Breathing Difficulty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how you can also observe the early signs of cancer in dogs &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lump on the Skin: Feel for any unusual bumps or lumps on your dog&#8217;s body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-Healing Sore: Keep an eye on any wounds or sores that don&#8217;t seem to be getting better.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of Appetite: If your dog suddenly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/pet-health\/why-is-my-dog-not-eating-what-should-i-do\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loses interest in food<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it could be a sign of a problem.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight Loss: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/pet-health\/healthy-body-weight-importance-in-pets\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unexplained weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> without changes in diet or exercise can indicate an underlying issue.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lethargy and Weakness: Watch for decreased energy levels or weakness in your dog.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty Breathing: Notice if your dog seems to be struggling to catch their breath or breathing abnormally.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limping: Be aware of any limping or difficulty moving around, especially if it&#8217;s persistent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digestive or Tummy Problems: Pay attention to any <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/pet-health\/diarrhoea-in-dogs-what-should-pet-parents-know-about-dog-digestive-problems\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recurring digestive issues<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or tummy troubles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, these symptoms can also signal other illnesses, not just cancer. If you notice any of these signs, it&#8217;s best to have your pet checked out by a vet. Even though cancers can be slow-growing, they sometimes cause sudden changes in health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are Some of the Most Common Types of Cancer in Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4245\" src=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Common-Types-of-Cancer-in-Dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Infographic listing common types of cancer in dogs including Anal Sac Adenocarcinoma, Lymphoma, Mast Cell Tumour, Osteosarcoma, Mammary Gland Carcinoma, Hemangiosarcoma, Melanoma and Transitional Cell Carcinoma. The Vetic logo is visible at the top left corner and a purple ribbon symbolizing cancer awareness is at the bottom right.\" width=\"1890\" height=\"1063\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer is not uncommon in dogs, and there are various types of cancers that can affect them. Some of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/types-of-dog-cancer-5081824\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common dog cancer types<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anal Sac Adenocarcinoma: This cancer targets the scent glands near the rear end. It can spread to other parts of the body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hemangiosarcoma: This tumour usually starts in blood vessels and can show up in different organs like the heart, liver, or spleen. It spreads quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lymphoma: Dogs can get different types, but the most frequent affects their lymph nodes. The good news is, it often responds well to chemotherapy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mammary Gland Carcinoma: Unspayed female dogs are more at risk. Hormones like oestrogen and progesterone can influence its development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mast Cell Tumour: The most common skin cancer in dogs. It&#8217;s tricky because its appearance varies, and it can be either less or more likely to spread.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melanoma: These can show up on the skin or in the mouth. Mouth melanomas are often aggressive and need serious treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteosarcoma: Mainly affects large dog breeds, usually in their legs. It&#8217;s painful and spreads fast. Treatment involves surgery and sometimes chemo or radiation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transitional Cell Carcinoma: Affects the urinary system, especially the bladder. It can cause symptoms similar to a urinary tract infection.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is not an exhaustive list. However, these are the most common types of cancer that affects dogs around the world. Many of these cancers are common among senior dogs irrespective of their pedigree and breed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Has Cancer in Dogs Become More Common Now?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pets enjoy a longer life due to improved preventive care such as vaccinations and tick repellents. The average lifespan of large breed dogs is now around 8-12 years, medium dogs is around 10-13 years and small breed dogs is 10 to 18 years!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The added years to their life give them additional time with their loving family, but also gives mutations the time to accumulate in their body. Additionally, exposure to potential carcinogens throughout their extended lifespan predisposes them to cancer in their senior years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Cancer in Pets Preventable?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even with extensive research, no one knows what causes these cancers. Some of the cancers like mammary cancers, prostate and testicular cancers, uterine and ovarian cancers are preventable by neutering (spaying) dogs before their first heat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, certain breeds of dogs such as the Golden Retriever, become <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23418479\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">predisposed to hemangiosarcoma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> due to early neutering. The gender of the dog (male) also plays a significant role in increasing the risk of cancer development post neutering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do Specific Dog Breeds Have Higher Predisposition Towards Cancer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purebred dogs that have undergone inbreeding for more than one generation have a high risk of developing at least one type of cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are other purebred dogs (without any history of inbreeding) which show a higher incidence of cancer. Some of the common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3658424\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dog breeds with a higher incidence of cancer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/breed\/labrador-vs-golden-retriever-which-breed-is-better-for-your-home-and-family\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golden retriever<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/breed\/adopting-a-rottweiler-what-every-potential-rottie-owner-needs-to-know\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rottweiler<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staffordshire bull terrier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/breed\/boxer-where-goofiness-meets-grace\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boxer<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/breed\/the-french-bulldog-our-comic-charmers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">French bulldog<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/breed\/husky-and-malamute-which-breed-is-better\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaskan malamute<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/breed\/the-saluki-saga-meet-the-dogs-with-supersonic-speed\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saluki\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bullmastiff<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/pet-parents\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-beagle-breed\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beagle<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English setter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/breed\/siberian-huskies-in-india-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-breed\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Siberian husky<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basset hound<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Labrador retriever<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afghan hound<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard poodle<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cocker spaniel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irish setter<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteosarcoma, lymphoma, mast cell tumour and melanoma were the most common cancers that were observed in these breeds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Dog Has a Lump. Is It a Tumour or Cancer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4244\" src=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/What-is-Cancer-in-Dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Illustration of a Beagle dog with information on cancer in dogs, explaining that cancerous tumours contain cells that multiply and can spread to other body parts causing serious health issues. the illustration has a Vetic trademark\/logo.\" width=\"1890\" height=\"1063\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s not unusual for dogs to develop lumps or masses, but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/understanding\/what-is-cancer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not all of them are cancerous<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When a lump isn&#8217;t cancerous, it&#8217;s called benign. Usually, benign lumps grow slowly and stay put, so they&#8217;re not a big health concern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, cancerous lumps contain cells that keep multiplying. These are called malignant tumours and can grow fast, spreading to other body parts (metastasis of cancer in dogs) and causing serious health issues. The speed of growth and where it spreads depend on the type of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Does a Cancerous Tumour in Dogs Look?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to lumps on your dog, it&#8217;s tough to tell if they&#8217;re cancerous just by looking. So, don&#8217;t try to diagnose them yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These lumps come in all shapes and sizes, from firm to soft, and they might look different too. Some could be bare or coloured, while others might be sore or painless, and some you can feel under the skin, while others sit on top.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s essential to distinguish these lumps from your dog&#8217;s lymph nodes. Dogs have a few sets of lymph nodes scattered around their body, like under their jaw, in front of their shoulders, under their armpits, and behind their knees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Normally, these are small, oval-shaped, and not painful. But if they get bigger, it could be a sign of cancer in dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you notice a new lump on your pet, don&#8217;t wait. Make an appointment with your vet to get it checked out properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is Cancer in Dogs Diagnosed?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4246\" src=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Diagnosis-of-Cancer-in-Dogs.jpg\" alt=\"nfographic by Vetic showing the methods of diagnosing cancer in dogs including physical exam, FNAC, biopsy, bloodwork, urine testing, and X-ray or USG with an illustration of a dog and its skeletal structure.\" width=\"1890\" height=\"1063\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer in dogs comes in different shapes and sizes. They can be of different types and their location can vary as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, simply looking at a lump or discolouration of the skin isn\u2019t enough to confirm the diagnosis of cancer. The veterinarian will conduct multiple tests for the differential diagnosis. These tests for cancer in dogs include &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Exam: Your vet checks for any unusual lumps, bruises, or masses that can be felt on your dog&#8217;s body by gently pressing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fine-Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC): If there&#8217;s a suspicious lump, a small sample is taken using a thin needle for analysis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biopsy: For a more detailed look, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ejrnm.springeropen.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s43055-022-00895-w\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">larger sample of the lump is taken<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, often while your dog is sedated or under anaesthesia. This sample is studied to understand the type, aggressiveness, and grade of the cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloodwork and Urine Testing: These tests help narrow down the problem to a specific organ or body system by looking for abnormal signs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imaging (Radiographs or Ultrasound): Used to check for masses in the chest or abdomen, giving a clearer picture of what&#8217;s going on inside your dog&#8217;s body.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Further Testing and Treatment: If cancer is confirmed, your vet might suggest more tests or send you to a specialist for additional care. This could involve CT scans, bone marrow tests, or more biopsies to determine the extent of the cancer&#8217;s spread, a process called staging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancerresearchuk.org\/about-cancer\/what-is-cancer\/stages-of-cancer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">type, grade, and stage of the cancer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps your vet predict how it might progress and what treatment options are best.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, the higher the grade and stage, the more challenging the prognosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the Treatment for Cancer in Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since cancer is an umbrella term that includes hemangiosarcoma, osteosarcoma, lymphoma, mast cell tumours, melanoma and cancers of the reproductive organs, the treatment for cancer in dogs varies significantly according to the grade, stage and location of the cancerous growth(s).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4243\" src=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Treatment-for-Cancer-in-Dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Vetic infographic on Treatment for Cancer in Dogs including Surgery, Radiation Therapy, Dietary Changes, Chemotherapy, Pain Management, and Immunotherapy with icons representing each treatment method.\" width=\"1890\" height=\"1063\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the conventional practices followed by veterinarians in India for treating cancer in dogs &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgery: Removing the cancerous growth through an operation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemotherapy: Using medications to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radiation Therapy: Targeting the cancer with high-energy beams to shrink or destroy it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cryosurgery (Freezing): Freezing the cancer cells to kill them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hyperthermia (Heating): Heating the cancerous area to destroy the cells.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immunotherapy: Boosting the body&#8217;s immune system to fight off the cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dietary Changes and Other Therapies: Adjusting your pet&#8217;s diet or trying other treatments to support their overall health and response to treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain Management: Providing relief from any discomfort or pain associated with the cancer or its treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Cancer Treatment in Dogs Expensive?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all cancers require costly treatment. Some common ones such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/pet-health\/tvt-signs-causes-treatment-and-prevention-of-transmissible-venereal-cancer-in-dogs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TVT may require chemotherapy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> followed by neutering or spaying to prevent a recurrence. The cost of transmissible venereal tumour treatment in dogs is quite affordable these days and the prognosis is also fair (for early stages).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other types of cancers such as lymphoma, osteosarcoma and hemangioma may require specialised treatment, surgery and care.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of cancer treatment in dogs depends not only on the type and stage of cancer, but also on the choice of clinics.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With more advanced medicine and therapy, some cancers in pets are manageable and even curable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a pet health insurance of course helps with the financial strain. Nonetheless, you should consider all available options of treatment and clinics before you make a decision.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research your options carefully, meet with multiple veterinarians and speak with pet clinics near you to compare the cost of cancer treatment in dogs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Long Can a Dog with Cancer Live?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long a dog will live after cancer diagnosis depends upon numerous factors including the course of treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early Diagnosis: Catching the cancer early helps in providing the best possible care.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage: How advanced the cancer is and whether it has spread.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type: Determines how likely it is to respond to treatment and how fast it spreads.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consultation with a veterinary oncologist is a must if your dog has cancer. An oncologist should be able to give you a better idea about the outcome of cancer treatment in dogs and the prognosis for your pet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cancer in Dogs: How Common is It and Can it Affect Your Dog? Unfortunately, cancer in dogs is common. 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