Dog Cancer Answers
If your dog has cancer, this podcast can help. Vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions. Call our listener line to ask your question: 808-868-3200.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 27 minutes
- Episodes
- 295
- Years Active
- 2012 - 2025
Vet Made a Mistake? Why a Second Opinion in Dog Cancer Is So Valuable | Dr. David Vail #272
When your dog is diagnosed with cancer, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. Should you trust the first opinion? Could your veterinarian have made a mistake? Dr. David Vail, an experienced veterinary onc…
00:29:53 |
Mon 03 Feb 2025
Why Is My Dog's Nose Bleeding? What to Do and When to Go the ER | Dr. Brooke Britton #271
Nasal tumors in dogs can cause distressing nosebleeds, as listener Holly shares about her senior dog. In this episode, Molly Jacobson and veterinary oncologist Dr. Brooke Britton discuss why nose tum…
00:17:35 |
Mon 27 Jan 2025
Decoding Dog Cancer Diagnosis: The Truth About Staging and Grading | Dr. Brooke Britton #270
Dr. Brooke Britton decodes dog cancer diagnosis! The veterinary oncologist explains the critical role of staging and grading in understanding AND treating dog cancer. Discover what staging and gradin…
00:32:48 |
Mon 20 Jan 2025
Waiting for Breast Cancer Surgery? | Dr. Brooke Britton #269
Dr. Brooke Britton, veterinary oncologist, answers a listener's question about their dog's large mammary tumor and whether waiting a week for surgery is too long. Dr. Britton discusses the complexiti…
00:24:12 |
Mon 13 Jan 2025
Make Your Dog Happier Today! Stress-Busting Tips for Dogs with and Without Cancer | Kate Basedow #268
Recorded just before the holiday season, this episode is packed with inspiration and tips to make every day a celebration of your dog’s life. Whether your dog is young, old, healthy, or dealing with …
01:02:52 |
Mon 06 Jan 2025
Dog Massage: Gentle Hands, Healthy Dogs | Dr. Narda Robinson #267
Dr. Narda Robinson, an osteopath (for humans), veterinarian, and integrative medicine researcher, joins us to talk about healing dogs with massage therapy. It’s not just petting! Massage for dogs has…
00:54:08 |
Mon 16 Dec 2024
Melanoma Vaccine for Oral Tumors: How It Works & When to Use It | Dr. Brooke Britton #266
A caller wonders if treating early with oral melanoma in dogs helps with outcomes. Dr. Brooke Britton says yes, this aggressive cancer can develop rapidly, but early detection and treatment can make …
00:21:36 |
Mon 09 Dec 2024
How Much Does Ultrasound for Dogs Cost and Other Answers | Dr. Adrienne Anderson #265
Ultrasounds are a non-invasive way to diagnose and monitor various conditions in dogs. In this episode of Dog Cancer Answers, Dr. Adrienne Anderson explains what ultrasound is, how it works, what hap…
00:31:03 |
Mon 02 Dec 2024
Can Surgery Cure Bladder Cancer in Dogs? | Brooke Britton, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) #264
Barbara from Vermont is seeing a new veterinarian, and they want to perform surgery to remove her dog’s TCC. Is it a viable option for her 13-year-old dog who has been on NSAIDs? Dr. Britton unpacks …
00:17:33 |
Mon 25 Nov 2024
Are Vets Just After Your Money? A Cancer Mom Reveals the Surprising Truth | Dr. Lauren Barrow #263
Host Molly Jacobson speaks with Dr. Lauren Barrow, a veterinarian who sees cancer in her patients and a mother whose son has a brain tumor. Are vets just after your money? She has some sage insights …
00:37:41 |
Mon 18 Nov 2024
How to Spot Cancer in Dogs Before It’s Too Late | Brooke Britton, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) #262
Let’s dive into early cancer detection strategies for dogs with veterinary oncologist Dr. Brooke Britton. We discuss common cancers like anal gland cancer and lymphoma, share practical guidelines for…
00:27:41 |
Mon 11 Nov 2024
Is It Time to Put My Dog Down? How to Let Go with Love | Dr. Dani McVety #261
Host Molly Jacobson interviews Dr. Dani McVety, founder of Lap of Love, a nationwide veterinary hospice and in-home euthanasia service. In this long conversation, the veterinary hospice expert and th…
00:58:58 |
Mon 04 Nov 2024
Is It Cancer? How to Handle Incidental Tumors in Dogs | Dr. Brooke Britton #260
Veterinary oncologist Dr. Brooke Britton answers a listener's question about a 10-year-old Golden Retriever diagnosed with an anal gland tumor. The dog recently underwent a CT scan and they saw a sma…
00:26:00 |
Mon 28 Oct 2024
What Does a Vet Tech Do for Dogs with Cancer? | Jenny Fisher #259
Jenny Fisher, an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) specializing in oncology, shares tales of hope and inspiration, plus insight into the critical roles that vet techs play in the car…
00:44:37 |
Mon 21 Oct 2024
Dog Peeing in the House? Warning Signs of Bladder Cancer and What You Can Do | Lauren Barrow, DVM #258
Dr. Lauren Barrow answers a listener question from Gloria in Florida. Gloria's dog was recently diagnosed with transitional cell carcinoma (TCC), and she is seeking advice on how to support her dog b…
00:15:20 |
Mon 14 Oct 2024
Dog Cancer Causes Hiding In Your Home | Lauren Trepanier, DVM, Ph.D., DACVCP, DACVIM (SAIM) #257
Originally recorded in 2022, this episode features Dr. Lauren Trepanier from the University of Wisconsin, revealing her groundbreaking research into the link between environmental pollution and dog c…
00:36:05 |
Mon 07 Oct 2024
Old Dog Care Tips to Prevent Silent Suffering | Mary Gardner, DVM #256
Dr. Mary Gardner, co-founder of Lap of Love, explains the critical distinctions between geriatric, palliative, and hospice care for dogs.
Key Topics:
The difference between palliative care and hospi…
00:35:10 |
Mon 30 Sep 2024
What Is Plastic Made of and Other Terrifying Plastic Facts | Charlotte Hacker, MS, PhD #255
Dr. Charlotte Hacker, a wildlife biologist, has some worrying news about the chemicals commonly found in plastics, such as BPA and phthalates. These and other harsh chemicals in plastics are known to…
00:51:05 |
Mon 16 Sep 2024
Found a Lump on My Dog and Other Bad Signs | David Vail, DVM, MS, Dip. ACVIM (Oncology) #254
When cancer makes your dog’s body its home, changes occur. Sometimes those changes are deep in the body, undetectable. But others show up as lethargy, weight loss, digestive upset, and, sometimes, ph…
00:27:44 |
Mon 02 Sep 2024
A Dog Nutritionist on Dog Cancer Diets and More | Lindsey Bullen, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition) #253
Today we dive deep into the world of veterinary nutrition with Dr. Lindsey Bullen, one of the few board-certified veterinary nutritionists in private practice.
The right diet can make a significant d…
00:49:41 |
Mon 19 Aug 2024
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