Comments on: Is Dog Cancer Treatment the Same as Prevention? http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/ 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: James http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2428 James Mon, 22 Feb 2010 07:58:02 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2428 The RSS feed is fine. If you would like to subscribe via RSS, please go to http://feeds.feedburner.com/DogCancerBlog The RSS feed is fine. If you would like to subscribe via RSS, please go to http://feeds.feedburner.com/DogCancerBlog

]]> By: bolsas femininas http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2417 bolsas femininas Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:34:38 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2417 RSS is working, not sure what was the problem, thanks anyways! RSS is working, not sure what was the problem, thanks anyways!

]]> By: Kim http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2349 Kim Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:06:37 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2349 Hi Dr. D, I know this is a dog cancer blog, but just had a question about Neoplasene oral liquid for a kitty. :) My cat was just started on Neoplasene liquid for fibrosarcoma. Can you tell me how long before I may see some kind of response? The tumor is on her face. She has had the topical given 4 times in 6 months, so we are trying the oral. We assume the topically was not working as well as it should because of the use of anti-inflammitories. I really hope this oral works! In the couple of days that she has been off of the anti-inflam. meds it, the tumor, has gotten VERY angry, red and swollen. Any response would be GREATLY appreciated! Thank You so much! Kim Hi Dr. D,
I know this is a dog cancer blog, but just had a question about Neoplasene oral liquid for a kitty. :)
My cat was just started on Neoplasene liquid for fibrosarcoma. Can you tell me how long before I may see some kind of response? The tumor is on her face. She has had the topical given 4 times in 6 months, so we are trying the oral. We assume the topically was not working as well as it should because of the use of anti-inflammitories. I really hope this oral works! In the couple of days that she has been off of the anti-inflam. meds it, the tumor, has gotten VERY angry, red and swollen.
Any response would be GREATLY appreciated!
Thank You so much!
Kim

]]> By: bolsas femininas http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2341 bolsas femininas Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:17:10 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2341 Loved reading this post, do you also have some sort of newsletter? Loved reading this post, do you also have some sort of newsletter?

]]> By: Dr. Dressler http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2331 Dr. Dressler Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:27:35 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2331 Dear Lilly, At this time I am of the opinion that antioxidants for dogs should be obtained from their diet, including from a small vegetable source that is fermented or cooked slightly to mimic a dog's ingestion of digested plant material from the stomach of their prey. Apoptogens are another story.... Hope this helps, Dr D Dear Lilly,
At this time I am of the opinion that antioxidants for dogs should be obtained from their diet, including from a small vegetable source that is fermented or cooked slightly to mimic a dog’s ingestion of digested plant material from the stomach of their prey. Apoptogens are another story….
Hope this helps,
Dr D

]]> By: Lilly http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2291 Lilly Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:59:02 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2291 Now I am confused. So, would I give a well dog a daily antioxidant, or not? Now I am confused. So, would I give a well dog a daily antioxidant, or not?

]]> By: phillip http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2251 phillip Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:53:37 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2251 Along the path of fighting for Gibsons life, I've also been a firm believer in prayer. Prayer can defeat cancer if it's gods will. I've been praying non stop and will continue to do so. God bless Phillip Along the path of fighting for Gibsons life, I’ve also been
a firm believer in prayer. Prayer can defeat cancer if it’s
gods will. I’ve been praying non stop and will continue to do
so. God bless Phillip

]]> By: phillip http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2250 phillip Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:01:18 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2250 Dr. D Thank you for your reply. As you can see by my previous email, I have been a good dad to Gibson, and I have fought a good fight for him and his survival. I've gotten a lot of good advice, and have tried quite a few supplements and cancer fighters over the last few months. Along this journey, I have visited conventional, holistic, alternative, and christian vets. I have stayed up many nights, and have suffered health issues myself because of my fight for gibson. Along the way, I've been critisized for not letting Gibson go peacefully, and I've also been hailed and complimented by many for continuing to fight. One day cancer will be defeated. I'm hoping that you are the man, who some day comes up with the solution. Keep up your good work Dr. D. God bless Phillip Dr. D

Thank you for your reply. As you can see by my previous
email, I have been a good dad to Gibson, and I have fought
a good fight for him and his survival. I’ve gotten a lot
of good advice, and have tried quite a few supplements and
cancer fighters over the last few months. Along this journey,
I have visited conventional, holistic, alternative, and christian
vets. I have stayed up many nights, and have suffered health
issues myself because of my fight for gibson. Along the way,
I’ve been critisized for not letting Gibson go peacefully, and
I’ve also been hailed and complimented by many for continuing to
fight. One day cancer will be defeated. I’m hoping that you are the
man, who some day comes up with the solution. Keep up your good
work Dr. D. God bless Phillip

]]> By: Dr. Dressler http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2246 Dr. Dressler Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:19:23 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2246 Dear Phillip, I believe it may be time for a real life quality consideration. I recall answering a question from you several months ago about your dog. It seems you have been going on a search that may be difficult to conclude. One of the benefits of reading The Dog Cancer Survival Guide is that I have spent the time hand selecting the highest yield items that work as well as any can. Sadly I have not found a cure for cancer, rather improvements in life quality and lifespan are the goal which is often met by taking the time to read the book. I have researched the three items you listed and found them to have a lower probability of reliable increases in life span and life quality than the items in the book, some of which you are using and some you are not. As Sarah indicated, it would behoove you to do a treatment plan analysis at this stage. What is your dog's life expectancy if there were no cancer? What is your dog's life expected life extension with the available cancer treatments (get this from your vet). One month? More? Take this life extension figure and add about 25-50% to it, which is a working, but very approximate, number I use if a dog lover takes the time to implement the Full Spectrum Approach in the book. Now consider your dog's quality of life, which is another determination that should be made in as logical a way as possible. Again, the book is good for that too. Finally, consider the whole picture and ask yourself, as your dog's guardian and advocate, what makes the most sense? I think you will arrive at some clarity if you focus your attention on these issues. It is very hard, but you need to be the one with resolve to be your dog's best advocate. Good luck, Dr D Dear Phillip,
I believe it may be time for a real life quality consideration. I recall answering a question from you several months ago about your dog. It seems you have been going on a search that may be difficult to conclude. One of the benefits of reading The Dog Cancer Survival Guide is that I have spent the time hand selecting the highest yield items that work as well as any can. Sadly I have not found a cure for cancer, rather improvements in life quality and lifespan are the goal which is often met by taking the time to read the book. I have researched the three items you listed and found them to have a lower probability of reliable increases in life span and life quality than the items in the book, some of which you are using and some you are not.
As Sarah indicated, it would behoove you to do a treatment plan analysis at this stage. What is your dog’s life expectancy if there were no cancer? What is your dog’s life expected life extension with the available cancer treatments (get this from your vet). One month? More? Take this life extension figure and add about 25-50% to it, which is a working, but very approximate, number I use if a dog lover takes the time to implement the Full Spectrum Approach in the book. Now consider your dog’s quality of life, which is another determination that should be made in as logical a way as possible. Again, the book is good for that too.
Finally, consider the whole picture and ask yourself, as your dog’s guardian and advocate, what makes the most sense?
I think you will arrive at some clarity if you focus your attention on these issues. It is very hard, but you need to be the one with resolve to be your dog’s best advocate.
Good luck,
Dr D

]]> By: Sarah http://www.dogcancerblog.com/is-dog-cancer-treatment-the-same-as-prevention/comment-page-1/#comment-2245 Sarah Sun, 24 Jan 2010 22:00:20 +0000 http://www.dogcancerblog.com/?p=1435#comment-2245 Phil - I am so sorry for what you and your dog are going through. You are doing all you can, yet it sounds like the situation is very severe. If you have Dr. Dressler's book, please read the section that talks about evaluating the quality of your dog's life. I found this section to be very helpful when my goldendoodle was battling hemangiosarcoma. It's very hard, when we humans are entrenched in the fight for our dogs' lives, to clearly understand what is before us. It's tempting to always want to try "one more thing". Yet, this is not always the best path for our dogs. I know from experience that there can be a sense of relief when a decision is made to approach a beloved dog from a hospice sort of perspective. That may be the very best way to handle the days you and your dog have left, and it may be the best way to make those days the best they can be. Again, I am so sorry for your situation. . . but you must know that your dog is fully aware of your love & commitment to well-being and love. Love is stronger than cancer. Always. And forever. Phil – I am so sorry for what you and your dog are going through. You are doing all you can, yet it sounds like the situation is very severe. If you have Dr. Dressler’s book, please read the section that talks about evaluating the quality of your dog’s life. I found this section to be very helpful when my goldendoodle was battling hemangiosarcoma. It’s very hard, when we humans are entrenched in the fight for our dogs’ lives, to clearly understand what is before us. It’s tempting to always want to try “one more thing”. Yet, this is not always the best path for our dogs. I know from experience that there can be a sense of relief when a decision is made to approach a beloved dog from a hospice sort of perspective. That may be the very best way to handle the days you and your dog have left, and it may be the best way to make those days the best they can be. Again, I am so sorry for your situation. . . but you must know that your dog is fully aware of your love & commitment to well-being and love. Love is stronger than cancer. Always. And forever.

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