Comments on: Dog Cancer Tests: Blood, Urine and More? http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/ Dr. Demian Dressler, DVM, the dog cancer vet blogs about canine cancer Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:46:46 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 By: Tammy http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/comment-page-1/#comment-2448 Tammy Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:19:56 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1508#comment-2448 We're very interested in Lisbeth's homeopathic regimen as well! We've just had a hemangiopericytoma removed from our Golden/Chow mix and have decided to hold off on radiation for the moment in favor of pursuing a whole food diet integrated with supplements - some from Dr. Dressler's book and some from an integrative vet specializing in Chinese medicine. I'm very interested to hear what worked for her - so that we possibly have other options to consider! We’re very interested in Lisbeth’s homeopathic regimen as well! We’ve just had a hemangiopericytoma removed from our Golden/Chow mix and have decided to hold off on radiation for the moment in favor of pursuing a whole food diet integrated with supplements – some from Dr. Dressler’s book and some from an integrative vet specializing in Chinese medicine.
I’m very interested to hear what worked for her – so that we possibly have other options to consider!

]]> By: Chelsea http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/comment-page-1/#comment-2413 Chelsea Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:24:53 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1508#comment-2413 My 7 year old hound mix, Mary, was diagnosed w/ Lymphoma back in July and just finished chemo last month. I have learned that a raw diet can be dangerous for animals undergoing chemo- because of the risk of a lowered white blood cell count- they're more prone to infection. Look for GRAIN-FREE dog foods and treats (cancer feeds on carbs and sugars)! btw: The vet told us that Mary handled chemo better than any dog they'd ever treated- and I truly believe it was because of the supplements we gave her in addition to everything else- fish oil (of course) and -tada!- COLOSTRUM! We started our dog on a colostrum supplement called Transfer Factor- it's a blend of colostrum & herbs that help strengthen your immune system. A friend of ours used to have terrible health problems and after taking this stuff- had both her regular doctor and her holistic doctor convinced. They began recommending it to practically all of their patients! That's how we found out about it- then, we asked our vet what she thought about it and she said it couldn't hurt if we wanted to give it a try. So we gave Mary 4-6 TF capsules every day for several months until we couldn't afford it anymore (it's pricey!), then put her on a (cheaper) straight up colostrum about 2 months ago- it doesn't have the added herbs, but we figure it's better than nothing. Anywhos- this stuff really seems to help! After we put her on it, we noticed her energy levels went up- and even better- her white blood cell count was excellent- and stayed excellent throughout the duration of treatment. Even w/ treatment being over, we still give her 4 colostrums a day and 3 fish oil pills, just in case. I'll let you know if she beats the odds and makes it longer than the 1 year they quoted us- I really, truly believe she will. My 7 year old hound mix, Mary, was diagnosed w/ Lymphoma back in July and just finished chemo last month. I have learned that a raw diet can be dangerous for animals undergoing chemo- because of the risk of a lowered white blood cell count- they’re more prone to infection. Look for GRAIN-FREE dog foods and treats (cancer feeds on carbs and sugars)!
btw: The vet told us that Mary handled chemo better than any dog they’d ever treated- and I truly believe it was because of the supplements we gave her in addition to everything else- fish oil (of course) and -tada!- COLOSTRUM! We started our dog on a colostrum supplement called Transfer Factor- it’s a blend of colostrum & herbs that help strengthen your immune system. A friend of ours used to have terrible health problems and after taking this stuff- had both her regular doctor and her holistic doctor convinced. They began recommending it to practically all of their patients! That’s how we found out about it- then, we asked our vet what she thought about it and she said it couldn’t hurt if we wanted to give it a try. So we gave Mary 4-6 TF capsules every day for several months until we couldn’t afford it anymore (it’s pricey!), then put her on a (cheaper) straight up colostrum about 2 months ago- it doesn’t have the added herbs, but we figure it’s better than nothing. Anywhos- this stuff really seems to help! After we put her on it, we noticed her energy levels went up- and even better- her white blood cell count was excellent- and stayed excellent throughout the duration of treatment. Even w/ treatment being over, we still give her 4 colostrums a day and 3 fish oil pills, just in case. I’ll let you know if she beats the odds and makes it longer than the 1 year they quoted us- I really, truly believe she will.

]]> By: Patti http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/comment-page-1/#comment-2401 Patti Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:59:27 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1508#comment-2401 I'd be very interested to hear Lisbeth's homeopathic regimen, too. My 9 year old yellow Lab is currently undergoing chemotherapy for a large MCT on his left foot which has spread into his lymphnodes. He's doing the vinblastine CCNU (Lomustine) protocol. The tumor on his foot has all but disappeared. But, his white cells are down (likely due to the CCNU). Thanks! I’d be very interested to hear Lisbeth’s homeopathic regimen, too. My 9 year old yellow Lab is currently undergoing chemotherapy for a large MCT on his left foot which has spread into his lymphnodes. He’s doing the vinblastine CCNU (Lomustine) protocol. The tumor on his foot has all but disappeared. But, his white cells are down (likely due to the CCNU). Thanks!

]]> By: Dr. Dressler http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/comment-page-1/#comment-2378 Dr. Dressler Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:47:11 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1508#comment-2378 Dear Lisbeth, Would you like to share the homeopathic route used in this successful story for the other readers? Best, Dr D Dear Lisbeth,
Would you like to share the homeopathic route used in this successful story for the other readers?
Best,
Dr D

]]> By: Dr. Dressler http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/comment-page-1/#comment-2377 Dr. Dressler Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:46:09 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1508#comment-2377 Dear Fred, you may want to contact Dr. Albert Ahn at AB Sciences in New Jersey to get your vet involved with the compassionate use program for masitinib, which is a pre-FDA approval medication for mast cell tumors... Best, Dr D Dear Fred,
you may want to contact Dr. Albert Ahn at AB Sciences in New Jersey to get your vet involved with the compassionate use program for masitinib, which is a pre-FDA approval medication for mast cell tumors…
Best,
Dr D

]]> By: Fred http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/comment-page-1/#comment-2372 Fred Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:05:11 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1508#comment-2372 What is the homeopathic regimen you are using? My 10 year old poodle has had two major MCT surgeries in his inguinal area, palladia until it quit working and on Nov. 18, 2009 he was dismissed by the Oncologist supplying the palladia. We have been on our own regimen since then since our regular Vet. told us to take him home keep him comfortable. We are following recommendations made by Dr. Dressler in his book and it appears we are making some progress, however he faces a tough road. He still has a healthy appetite, interested in his surroundings and environment and is very alert. What is the homeopathic regimen you are using? My 10 year old poodle has had two major MCT surgeries in his inguinal area, palladia until it quit working and on Nov. 18, 2009 he was dismissed by the Oncologist supplying the palladia.

We have been on our own regimen since then since our regular Vet. told us to take him home keep him comfortable. We are following recommendations made by Dr. Dressler in his book and it appears we are making some progress, however he faces a tough road. He still has a healthy appetite, interested in his surroundings and environment and is very alert.

]]> By: Lisbeth Gjetnes http://www.dogcancerblog.com/dog-cancer-tests-blood-urine-and-more/comment-page-1/#comment-2371 Lisbeth Gjetnes Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:30:43 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1508#comment-2371 I would like to say that my Standard Poodle had a Lymphoma test when he was 7 years old and it was negative. Now, in 2009 he was diagnosed with an Agressive giant cell sarcoma which was removed surgically. The veterinarians wanted him to have chemo and radiotherapy. I decided against this and went down the homeopathic route instead. Well, 3 months on his treatment and the regrowth of his tumour has shrunk away in front of my eyes. He is well, full of energy and there is noting concerning me about his health. He has also gone onto a raw meat and veg diet with added aloe vera and vit.C. My homeopathic veterinarian is well pleased and so am I. This to me proves without doubt that homeopathy works and works well!! Regards Lisbeth Gjetnes I would like to say that my Standard Poodle had a Lymphoma test when he was 7 years old and it was negative. Now, in 2009 he was diagnosed with an Agressive giant cell sarcoma which was removed surgically. The veterinarians wanted him to have chemo and radiotherapy. I decided against this and went down the homeopathic route instead. Well, 3 months on his treatment and the regrowth of his tumour has shrunk away in front of my eyes. He is well, full of energy and there is noting concerning me about his health. He has also gone onto a raw meat and veg diet with added aloe vera and vit.C. My homeopathic veterinarian is well pleased and so am I. This to me proves without doubt that homeopathy works and works well!! Regards Lisbeth Gjetnes

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