Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in dogs and cats. Early detection is key to a better outcome. Here are 10 warning signs of cancer. If you notice one or more of these signs, you should take your pet in to see your local veterinarian: Swollen Lymph NodesThese glands are located through...

Urinary bladder cancer occurs more commonly in dogs and rarely develops in cats. This form of cancer accounts for approximately 2% of all cancers diagnosed in dogs and is more common in older female dogs. Scottish Terrriers, West Highland White Terriers, Shetland Sheepdogs, and Beagles are breeds th...

Thyroid tumors account for 1.2 % to 3.8 % of all tumors in the dog and typically develop in older dogs with a median age of 9-11 years. There is no gender predisposition but Golden retrievers, Boxers, and Beagles are overrepresented. The cause of thyroid cancer in dogs is largely unknown. Most thyr...

Cancer is a group of diseases in which abnormal cells within the tissues of the body grow without control. The abnormal cells can invade surrounding tissues, ultimately spreading to other organs throughout the body. There are more than a hundred specific cancer types, each showing unique behaviors a...

Lymphoma (also called lymphosarcoma or LSA) is a progressive form of cancer involving the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system includes organs and tissues of the body such as the bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, and other tissues that play a role in maintaining the body’s immune s...