Cancer Link Between Humans And Dogs Discovered

From ScienceDaily (2008-03-02) — Cancer researchers have found that humans and dogs share more than friendship and companionship — they also share the same genetic basis for certain types of cancer. Furthermore, the researchers say that because of the way the genomes have evolved, getting cancer may be inevitable for some humans and dogs. … [...]

L-Asparaginase: To Use or Not to Use

If your dog has been diagnosed with lymphoma, and you have chosen to pursue chemotherapy, then your vet may or may not have started out your dog’s treatment protocol with a drug called L-Asparaginase, or Elspar.  Originally the first drug given during the WI-Madison chemotherapy protocol (the most common protocol used for lymphoma), Elspar is [...]

The Kanzius Machine - Cancer Treatment of the Future?

You may have seen him recently on 60 Minutes.  John Kanzius, himself a cancer patient, has developed a machine that uses radio waves to kill cancer cells.  While it has not yet been widely tested on animals or tested at all in humans, it does show promise.  What struck me the most about this machine is [...]

Current Veterinary Oncology Trials

While not for everyone, participating in a clinical trial can provide access to cutting-edge veterinary oncology treatments, and may alleviate some of the financial burden of treating your dog with cancer.  If you are interested in participating in a clinial trial, you should note that they usually take place at Veterinary Teaching Hospitals and the [...]