Dog Cancer Life Quality Treatments
Help Your Dog Eat with A Paper Plate!
I wanted to share a Picky eater tip I got from my wonderful Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) vet. 💕 Dr. Hale suggested using paper plates if your dog has an upset tummy. She said this is something that palliative care/hospice vets use. 🐾💕 Glass, plastic, metal, etc., will all retain some smell, even if…
If Your Dog Isn’t Eating, Figure Out the Problem
We tend to use an appetite stimulant when our dog won’t eat. But it turns out, that might not be the best choice.
Dog Cancer Treat for Easter: Peanut or Almond Butter Eggs
Want to brighten up your dog’s Easter with his very own treats? Make these “heavenly hash” egg-shaped treats. De.Li.Cious!
Valentine’s Day Dog Treat: “Chocolate”-Dipped Strawberries!
These “chocolate” dipped strawberries are coated in carob, which many dogs love. What a lovely and loving treat for your dog on Valentine’s Day (or any special day).
Pain Management Update PLUS: Natural Pain Relief for Dogs
Pain management for dogs should change based on what we know now. Dr. Dressler goes over his current pain control cocktails and natural pain relief for dogs.
Dr. Dressler: an Introduction to The Dog Cancer Vet
Dr. Dressler is “the dog cancer vet” and author of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide. Here’s his own True Tail of how he came to be a pioneer in education and treatment of dog cancer.
Full Spectrum Cancer Treatment for Dogs to Optimize Your Dog’s Life Quality and Longevity
Forget dogma: Full Spectrum Cancer Care includes ALL cancer treatment for dogs that work, no matter where they come from. Just what helps YOUR dog.
Apoptosis for Cancer Cells: Read Chapter 7 To Find Out Why This Tiny, Normal, Natural Body Process Is the Heart of My Approach to Full Spectrum Dog Cancer Care
Apoptosis for cancer cells is a new and logical approach. Cells commit suicide when they are old, deranged or damaged … so why don’t cancer cells?
How Can I Help My Dog with Cancer? Read Chapter 1: Your Role in Dog Cancer
How can I help my dog with cancer? It’s the first question dog lovers ask. Dr. Demian Dressler answers it. Warning: his answer might not be what you expect.
Is My Dog Dying Right Now? Read Chapter 3: Three Common Questions About Dog Cancer
Is my dog dying right now? Why didn’t my vet catch this earlier? How did this happen overnight? Dr. D answers the three most common dog cancer questions.
Financial Assistance for Dogs with Cancer: Resources from The Dog Cancer Vet Team
Financial assistance for dogs with cancer is available, although you might have to fill out a few forms 🙂 Here’s a list of the best resources.
Recommended Supplements for Dogs with Cancer: The Most Important Supplements in Order of Importance from The Dog Cancer Survival Guide
Readers of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide check Appendix A to find the most important supplements for dogs with cancer listed in order of importance.
Do Dogs Know When They Are Dying? What Your Dog Would Say If Your Dog Spoke English
Do dogs know when they are dying? Maybe, but Dr. D is pretty sure they don’t experience death like we do. Here’s what dogs would say if we could only hear.
How Do You Know If Your Dog Has Cancer for Sure? Read Chapter 9: How We Diagnose and Stage Cancer
How do you know if your dog has cancer? Well, no one can tell by look or feel. You have to test. Learn how veterinarians diagnose and stage cancer.
Dog Cancer Caregiver Stress: Taking Care of Yourself So You Can Take Care of Your Dog
How to know when you are experiencing dog cancer caregiver stress … and how to care for yourself, so you can care for your dog.
Common Sense Lifestyle Choices to Prevent Cancer in Dogs
Can we really prevent cancer in dogs? Cancer thrives in certain bodies, so here’s how to make sure YOUR dog’s body is a hostile environment for cancer.
How to Use the Mitotic Index to Make Decisions About Mast Cell Tumors
Is using the mitotic index mast cell tumor diagnosis useful? In some cases, not as much as others. But when it’s useful, it’s REALLY useful!
Magical Thinking and Dog Cancer
Is using magical thinking regarding your dog’s cancer a good idea? It could be — as long as you keep it in perspective.
Homemade Jerky Treats for Dogs with Cancer
Want your dog’s undying love? You already have it. But now you can EARN IT with homemade jerky treats for dogs with cancer.
Homemade Cleaning Supplies That Are Safe for You — and Your Dog With Cancer
Homemade cleaning supplies are easy to make and way safer for your dog with cancer than commercial products. And they work great!
Summer Dangers for Dogs with Cancer
Summer dangers for dogs with cancer are right around the corner. Let’s be prepared!
Dog Cancer Pain: Acupuncture?
Dog cancer pain: acupuncture? Even if your vet dismisses it, it is more than just a placebo!
Filter Your Air for Dog Cancer
Is it really important to filter your air for dog cancer? Well, yeah. It is. Read why here.
How to Make Decisions About Dog Cancer Treatments
Overwhelmed and anxious, and unsure how to make decisions about dog cancer treatments? Read this article to find out how to “think like an entrepreneur” and calculate the risk.
The Most Important Question in Dog Cancer
What’s the most important question in dog cancer care? You’ll be surprised at what Dr. Dressler has to say.
Should My Dog with Cancer Still Exercise?
Can my dog with cancer exercise? Yes — in fact, it’s really important!
Reducing Anxiety in Dogs with Cancer
A worried dog has a harder time healing — and dogs mostly worry in response to OUR worry. When it comes to reducing anxiety in dogs with cancer, what’s a dog lover to do?
Are Overweight Dogs at a Higher Risk for Cancer?
Are overweight dogs at a higher risk for cancer? Yes. It turns out that being chubby isn’t nearly as cute as we once thought.
Is Sunshine Bad for Dogs with Cancer?
There’s a common myth that sunlight is bad for dogs with cancer. But, that’s not true. According to Dr. Dressler in the Dog Cancer Survival Guide (Chapter 13), the only dogs who shouldn’t be exposed to the sun are those with Squamous Cell Carcinoma or Hemangiosarcoma. For all other cancers, dogs should be free to…
Remembering Love for Our Dogs on Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day, dog guardian. And before you think I’m leveraging a cheesy “greeting card holiday” to write about dogs, love, and dog cancer, let me stop you right there: Valentine’s Day, 1993, is, in a very real way, the date that everything we do here at Dog Cancer Blog started. It was the day when…