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
What to Bring to Your First Oncology Appointment | Dr. Megan Duffy #153
That first oncology consult can be overwhelming. Veterinary oncologist Megan Duffy says to expect the consult to take an hour or more – and most of that time is talking over your dog’s case and your …
00:28:39 |
Mon 07 Feb 2022
What To Do With Leftover Dog Medications | Dr. Nancy Reese #152
If your dog has died or just doesn’t need a particular medication any more, you might find yourself with some extra pills. Keeping them around the house isn’t ideal due to risks to kids and pets, but…
00:20:05 |
Mon 31 Jan 2022
Stage 3 Melanoma in Dogs: What Can We Do Next? | Dr. Nancy Reese #151
Oral Melanoma is one of the more aggressive cancers in dogs. The gold standard of treatment for this cancer is radiation to shrink the tumor, followed by the canine melanoma vaccine to train the dog’…
00:20:52 |
Mon 24 Jan 2022
FETCH a Cure: Financial Help for Dog Cancer | Joanne Silverman #150
FETCH a Cure was founded by Mike Holland, Tonie Stevens, and Ryan Traylor after Mike’s dog was diagnosed with osteosarcoma back in 2006. At that time there were few resources for dog cancer in the Ri…
00:36:19 |
Mon 17 Jan 2022
Dog Vomiting: Should I Call My Vet? | Dr. Nancy Reese #149
Vomiting can be caused by a variety of things, ranging from eating garbage to a serious illness. It can also be a side effect of chemotherapy treatment.
In most cases, vomiting once isn’t a big conce…
00:21:23 |
Mon 10 Jan 2022
Holistic Dog Cancer Treatments: Oncologist Panel Discussion 2022 | Dr. Kendra Pope and Dr. Trina Hazzah #148
Integrative oncologists Dr. Kendra Pope and Dr. Trina Hazzah discuss the current state of integrative and holistic oncology for dogs and their hopes for the future. Topics include: The shift in veter…
00:51:33 |
Mon 03 Jan 2022
Best Resources for Dog Cancer 2022 | Molly Jacobson and Kate Basedow #147
Getting a cancer diagnosis is devastating. We’ve been there, and we know how overwhelming this time can be. In this episode we’ve compiled all of the best resources that we have available to help you…
00:14:35 |
Mon 27 Dec 2021
Why Is My Dog Shaking? Should I Call My Vet? | Dr. Nancy Reese #146
Shaking and trembling in dogs have many causes… most of which have nothing to do with health! Some potential causes of shaking and trembling include cold, anxiety, pain, neurological disorders, some …
00:18:13 |
Mon 20 Dec 2021
Laverdia: A New Treatment for Lymphoma | Dr. David Bruyette, Dr. Megan Duffy, and Dr. Craig Clifford #145
Three veterinary oncologists discuss how Laverdia works and where it might fit into treatment plans for dogs with lymphoma.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Show:
Anivive Lifesciences - Laverdia
Anivive Li…
01:02:21 |
Mon 13 Dec 2021
Dog Has Bloody Poop: Should I Call My Vet? | Dr. Nancy Reese #144
The only thing worse than your dog having diarrhea is your dog having bloody diarrhea. Nasty! The good news is, one episode of bloody stool is not usually anything to worry about, and cancer is not a…
00:22:51 |
Mon 06 Dec 2021
Bladder Cancer in Dogs: Is It a Death Sentence? | Dr. Nancy Reese, DVM, PhD #143
Transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) is the most common bladder cancer in dogs. While there is no cure, Dr. Nancy Reese does consider this cancer to be treatable and you can dramatically improve your do…
00:21:47 |
Mon 29 Nov 2021
Euthanasia for Dogs During the Holidays: Why You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty | Molly Jacobson and Kate Basedow #142
Losing a beloved dog is always hard, but it can be even more heartbreaking during the holiday season.
But while we as humans put a lot of value in specific dates and times, our dogs do not. Your dog …
00:41:36 |
Mon 22 Nov 2021
How to Stop Dog Bleeding | Dr. Nancy Reese #141
Bleeding can be a minor inconvenience or a medical emergency. Dr. Nancy Reese recommends methods to stop minor bleeding at home as well as how to bandage a more serious wound to control bleeding on y…
00:20:15 |
Mon 15 Nov 2021
Caring for Your Dog After Surgery | Kate Basedow #140
Your dog made it through surgery without any issues… now what? Veterinary technician Kate Basedow has the answers.
In this episode we cover:
What to expect the night after your dog’s surgery
Tips t…
00:29:42 |
Mon 08 Nov 2021
What to Expect the Day of Your Dog’s Surgery | Kate Basedow #139
Your dog having surgery can be stressful and knowing what to expect on the day of your dog’s surgery can give you peace of mind. Veterinary technician Kate Basedow goes over what a typical surgery da…
00:29:58 |
Mon 01 Nov 2021
Preparing Your Dog for Surgery | Kate Basedow #138
Taking your dog in for surgery – no matter how "small” -- is stressful. But there are things you can do ahead of time to reduce anxiety and upset for both you AND your dog.
To make sure your dog is r…
00:26:43 |
Mon 25 Oct 2021
How to Choose a Dog Breeder | Dr. Jerry Klein, DVM #137
Dr. Jerry Klein, the Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Kennel Club, joins us today to discuss things to look for when choosing a breeder to increase the odds of having a healthy puppy. All dog…
00:48:14 |
Mon 18 Oct 2021
Artemisinin for Dogs with Cancer | Dr. Nancy Reese #136
In this week’s episode Dr. Nancy discusses the herb artemisinin: what it is, what it has been able to do in the lab, and how to discuss adding it to your dog’s treatment plan with your vet. Artemisin…
00:23:58 |
Mon 11 Oct 2021
Grain Free Diets and Dilated Cardiomyopathy | Dr. Nancy Reese, DVM, PhD and Dr. Kendra Pope, DVM, DACVIM #135
Today’s episode touches on the challenge of diagnosing cancer, and then dives into diet-related dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM).
In 2018 the FDA reported an increase in DCM in dogs that do not fit the t…
00:36:26 |
Mon 04 Oct 2021
How Type C for Comfort Treats Dog Cancer | Molly Jacobson #134
When your dog is diagnosed with cancer, you have lots of information to process and lots of decisions to make. What is the prognosis? Can the tumor be removed with surgery? Will chemotherapy or radia…
00:16:29 |
Mon 27 Sep 2021
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