We have had a number of pets cross the rainbow bridge in the last few weeks. A few were some of oldest patients, true matriarchs of their household. We have also had the sad passing of some younger pets.
Cancer continues to be the greatest threat to our pets. Here at the Beverly Animal Natural Health Center, we are working with specialists locally and on line to educate our clients about cancer awareness in our pets as well as offer as many treatment modalities when cancer strikes.
There are definitely some proven cancer risks for our pets including second hand smoke and lawn chemicals. Other risk factors include genetics and the environment. Certain purebred dogs such as Golden Retrievers and Rottweillers have a notable increase incidence of cancer.
There is research being done to try to better categorize cancer and its biologic behavior. Most cancers in veterinary medicine can be prevented by limiting exposure to tobacco smoke, pollutants, chemicals and certain viruses such as the feline leukemia virus. Early spaying and neutering and preventing obesity throughout life are additional ways to prevent cancer.
The single most important thing that can be done to enhance the cure rate of cancer once it occurs is early detection and diagnosis. Know your pe'’s routine habits. This can include but is not limited to activity level, appetite, water consumption. Check the skin and coat for lumps and bumps. Any concerns about your pet, please call the office to set up an evaluation.
To read more about cancer of pets, please check out www.cvsangelcare.com or www.veterinarypartner.com.
"If there are no dogs in heaven, then when I die I
want to go where they went."
Will Rodgers
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