How do dogs get cancer?

Fifty percent of dogs over the age of 10 develop cancer at some point. We see malignant lymphoma, which is a tumor of the lymph nodes. We see mast cell tumors, which is a form of skin cancer. There are mammary gland tumors, or breast cancer, and soft tissue sarcomas. read more

Fifty percent of dogs over the age of 10 develop cancer at some point. We see malignant lymphoma, which is a tumor of the lymph nodes. We see mast cell tumors, which is a form of skin cancer. There are mammary gland tumors, or breast cancer, and soft tissue sarcomas. We also see a fair amount of bone cancer in dogs. read more

While “dog breath” is common, if you notice unusually foul odors coming from the mouth, nose or rectal area, it may be due to a tumor. #2 – Bumps or Lumps On or Under the Skin. Get into the habit of checking your pet’s skin monthly. Don’t forget to check behind ears and around the face. read more

Cancer is one of the primary causes of death in dogs over the age of 2. Here are our top 5 tips for cancer prevention that start at home. Cancer is one of the primary causes of death in dogs over the age of 2. read more

Like it's been said before, dogs get cancer the same way humans do, through mutation of genes and cells. No one knows exactly why. We can pinpoint certain chemicals that directly cause cancer and others that indirectly lead to cancer. read more