- Tumors can be benign (non-invasive and will not spread) or malignant (invasive with the potential to spread).
- Cancer is the leading cause of death in geriatric dogs and cats.
- Up to half of our pets over ten years old will develop cancer!
| Ten Common Signs of Cancer in Small Animals |
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- Abnormal swellings that persist or continue to grow
- Sores that do not heal
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Bleeding or discharge from any body opening
- Offensive odor
- Difficulty eating or swallowing
- Hesitation to exercise or loss of stamina
- Persistent lameness or stiffness
- Difficulty breathing, urinating, or defecating
From the American Veterinary Medical Association
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Did you know there are less than 50 veterinary radiation facilities in the United States and only two in the state of Florida?
In 2004, there are 147 board-certified medical oncologists in the United States.
- In 2004, there are less than 100 board-certified radiation oncologists in the United States.
- In 2004, there are less than 50 board-certified medical AND radiation oncologists in the United States.
- Most pets do NOT go bald from cancer as they do not have a rapidly growing hair coat. If your pet does need haircuts on a regular basis, you can expect chemotherapy related hair loss.
- Studies show that more than 70 percent of pet owners think of their pets as children. Cancer is a great health concern among pet owners, and 40 percent worry about their pets having cancer regardless of the age of their pets.
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