ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Soon after he started blogging, readers asked Dr. Dressler to write a book about his "Full Spectrum" approach to treating dog cancer. The first edition of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide was published as a PDF download while the printed version was edited for publication. While it was a bit awkward for dog lovers to use a digital-only version of what would become the primary reference book for people facing dog cancer, they were grateful to have the information.
When the second edition of the book was published in paperback, it was twice as long and co-authored by Dr. Sue Ettinger, the renowned veterinary oncologist from New York. The second edition soon became the number one best-selling animal health book in America, and garnered praise from veterinarians, readers, and dog lovers alike. If your dog has cancer, picking up a copy of this book is a must-do.
Demian Dressler, DVM
Sue Ettinger, DVM, Dip. ACVIM (Oncology)
ABOUT THE TEAM
Every member of our team knows firsthand how awful it is to face dog cancer.
Dr. Nancy Reese, DVM, MPVM, Ph.D.
Dr. Nancy Reese is a small animal veterinarian with over 30 years of clinical experience taking care of cats and dogs and other critters in the Sierra Nevada foothills. She’s also a perpetual student and researcher, as evidenced by her many degrees. In addition to her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California, Davis, she earned a Masters in Preventive Veterinary Medicine at UC Davis and then a Ph.D. in Epidemiology at UC Davis. If you string all her letters out after her name it looks like this: Nancy Reese, DVM, MPVM, PhD. In her spare time, she volunteers to help evacuate and shelter animals caught up in disasters, and she’s currently training to help in human search and rescue efforts. Dr. Reese lives in a log cabin with her husband, her 13-year-old golden retriever, and her two 13-year-old cats. Her hobbies include boosting the quality of life and longevity for all animals in her care, hiking, travelling, and cross-country skiing. Oh, and lots of dog walking.
Dr. Tammy Powell, DVM
Dr. Stacy Matthews Branch, DVM, PhD, FACFE, DABFM
Dr. Stacy Matthews Branch is a biomedical consultant, medical writer, and veterinary medical doctor with over 20 years of practical experience (academia, government, and private sector). She was previously a professor of toxicology at North Carolina State University and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Her research and scientific interests include molecular developmental toxicology, pesticide toxicology, the science of natural medicinal agents, and forensic medicine. You can find out more about Dr. Branch at her personal website, http://djehutybiomed.com/
Susan Harper, AHC, DAH, MHAO, Animal Health Consultant
I'm a member of the Dog Cancer Support Team & a Dog Cancer Survivor! Two of my beloved dogs have had cancer, and with the Dog Cancer Survival Guide, Apocaps, and full spectrum help given with boundless love, both our dogs far surpassed the odds we were given. I'm an Animal Health Consultant with a Diploma in Animal Healing, and Assistant Instructor with the Healing Animals Organization (MHAO). I'm passionate to help dogs and their people get through this journey. Early on I asked the Team how I could help, and here I am.
Amber Drake, EdD (ABD), MEd, BSc, C.L.A.S.S. Certified
Amber L. Drake has been working with dogs for over 10 years. Throughout this time, she has served as a Canine Behaviorist and Canine Nutritionist working with dogs throughout the United States. She has worked with private clients, rescue organizations, shelter organizations and corporations. She has also been an Adjunct Instructor of Biology at a local community college teaching Animal Sciences for the past seven years and Kaplan University for the past two years. In addition to experience in the field, she has earned a Doctor of Education (ABD), a Master of Arts in Education and a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She has completed coursework in Pre-Veterinary Science at Cornell University, Veterinary Technology at Penn Foster and Biochemistry at UC Berkeley. Drake is currently finishing a second Master's Degree with Kaplan University. She is continuously enrolling in additional courses, seminars and conferences to remain up-to-date in all dog-related topics. She has a desire to share her passion, knowledge and experiences with others.
Molly Jacobson, LMT, Editor
Molly Jacobson is a writer and also the editor of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, published by Maui Media. A lifelong dog lover and self-professed dog health nerd, she is all too familiar with dog cancer. She has been supporting readers of this blog since the beginning. Molly earned a BA from Tufts University, and after a career in bookselling and book publishing attended The Swedish Institute to become a licensed massage therapist in New York State, licensed by the medical board. Her fascination with health is both personal and global, and she is most proud of how this site and the associated publications have revolutionized not only our approach to dog health, but our own health.