How long can a dog live with nasal cancer?

Dog nose cancer on average appears in dogs who are around 10 years old and this can be right on the edge of the life span for certain large dog breeds. Also, some older dogs may have other medical conditions that can have an impact on prognosis. read more

Radiation therapy is the most favorable option for combating this type of cancer in dogs and cats. Chemotherapy is also an option, especially for nasal lymphoma in cats. Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that can be given to provide pain relief and possibly increase survival time. read more

Long-nosed dogs, such as greyhounds, are more commonly affected with nasal tumors. (Getty Images) Nasal neoplasia can be difficult to treat because by the time it is diagnosed, the disease is often advanced. read more