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25.01.2022 CPD CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE FOR ALL ONLINE PRESENTATIONS - https://www.thepetoncologist.com/education #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #horse #cat #cats #bird #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine

25.01.2022 CHINESE HERBS. CAN IT TREAT CANCER IN DOGS? Todays topic is about a Chinese herb called Yunnan Bai Yao. Yes, this may sound strange, but it can be used to help treat dogs with cancer. WHAT IS YUNNAN BAI YAO?... Yunnan Bai Yao is a Chinese herb that has been used for over 100 years to help control bleeding. It was first developed in Yunnan Province in China in 1902. This herb was used on the battlefield by Chinese soldiers during World War II and Vietnamese soldiers during the Vietnamese war. It is still used in this day and age, to control and prevent bleeding in people. Although the exact formula is a secret in China, and it is made up of a blend of herbal ingredients. The main ingredient appears to be Panax Notoginseng (a type of Ginsenosides). It mainly works by preventing angiogenesis (i.e. preventing blood vessel growth) and enhancing platelet function (i.e. clot strength). CAN YUNNAN BAI YAO BE USED IN DOGS? Yes. Because of its improved clotting function and use in controlling and preventing bleeding in people. Veterinarians have used this herb for a variety of bleeding disorders and conditions, such as pets with a haemoabdomen (i.e. bleeding into the abdomen), pericardial haemorrhage (i.e. bleeding into sac surrounding the heart), epistaxis (i.e. bleeding from the nose), and bleeding caused by cancer (such as haemangiosarcoma). WHAT DOES SCIENCE SAY ABOUT THE EFFECTIVENESS OF YUNNAN BAI YAO FOR TREATING CANCER IN DOGS? Yunnan Bai Yao can be used safely in dogs to prevent and control bleeding cancers in dogs. More recent evidence shows that Yunnan Bai Yao can kill dog haemangiosarcoma cell lines in-vitro. Therefore, it may provide clinical benefit in dogs with haemangiosarcoma. Yunnan Bai Yao by itself is not known to be superior to standard of care therapy (i.e. surgery followed by chemotherapy), but certainly can be used safely in combination with anti-cancer therapy. Currently, veterinary studies are being performed in the USA by Veterinary Oncologists to define safety further and determine the clinical benefits of this herb for dogs with haemangiosarcoma (with and without chemotherapy). So far, the results show that it is safe, but we are yet to know whether it can improve survival times in dogs with haemangiosarcoma. We need better therapy for dogs with haemangiosarcoma, so I hope that future studies will be able to show that dogs with haemangiosarcoma can clinically benefit from this herb. READ MORE: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/blog/yunnan-bai-yao #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #haemangiosarcoma #chineseherb #traditionalchineseherb #yunnanbaiyao

25.01.2022 Did you know that ferrets can get cancer? Most cancers in ferrets occur when they are older than three years of age. The three most common cancers are adrenal gland tumours, insulinoma and lymphoma. And these poor little guys. One in five ferrets will have more than one type of cancer! ADRENAL GLAND TUMOURS are the most common endocrine cancer in ferrets. In dogs and cats, they commonly secrete cortisol. However, in ferrets, they tend to secrete sex hormones (even after ferre...ts have been desexed). The most common clinical signs are hair loss, increased sexual behaviour and swollen genitals. Treatment involves surgery or deslorelin implants, which are both associated with a median (average) survival time of more than one year. INSULINOMA is another common endocrine cancer in ferrets that arises from the pancreas. In dogs, insulinoma is aggressive with a high chance of cancer spread (i.e. metastasis) to other areas in the body. However, in ferrets, they tend to be benign and rarely spread. The most common clinical signs are lethargy, star gazing, weakness in the back legs, drooling and pawing at the mouth. Most of the clinical signs resolve after the ferrets have been fed. Treatment involves surgery to remove the mass from the pancreas or the use of medical drugs (such as prednisolone and diazoxide), which are both associated with a median survival time of more than one year. LYMPHOMA results from the abnormal proliferation of lymphocytes, which is a type of white blood cell involved in immunity. Just like dogs and cats, lymphoma can affect the lymph nodes, spleen, liver, gastrointestinal tract, and can occur anywhere in the body. Most ferrets do not present with clinical signs of illness and lymphoma is found incidentally on routine physical examination, blood work or imaging. Depending on the location and how far the lymphoma has spread in the body, treatment involves surgery or chemotherapy. Treatment is not often curative, but ferrets can live on average around 6 to 12 months. Veterinary Oncologists not only treat cats and dogs. We also treat horses, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, reptiles and all species of animals. Vets, if you have a question about cancer in an unusual species, and want to find out more information, please do not hesitate to get in touch. #vets #vet #veterinarian #veterinarians #ferret #ferrets #petcancer #ferretcancer #exoticpets #pocketpets

24.01.2022 Vets, want to learn about 'Mast Cell Tumours in Dogs' & 'How to use Palladia'? For a limited time only, I am offering vets a free 50-minute voice recorded PowerPoint presentation. Visit: http://thepetoncologist.com/educat/canine-mast-cell-tumours For pet owners who wish to learn more about mast cell tumours in dogs, visit: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/faqs-mast-cell-tumours-in-... Subscribe to my newsletter to be the first to receive the latest news & updates: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/subscribe-to-newsletter #vets #vet #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #Palladia

24.01.2022 The Pet Oncologist is back in business & can officially resume new consultations to all vets. Please kindly allow 1-3 days for generation of consultation reports & the usual response time of <12 hours for all email enquiries. #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cat #cats #horses #birds #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital

23.01.2022 Do you routinely aspirate the spleen & liver in dogs with high-risk mast cell tumours? In a recent study of 82 dogs with high-risk mast cell tumours (Patnaik grade 3, Kiupel high grade, mitotic index >5, lymph node metastasis, recurrent mast cell tumour, recent rapid growth or ulceration or high-risk locations), abdominal ultrasound was found to be a poor predictor in detecting metastasis (i.e. cancer spread) to the spleen and liver. Unfortunately, when there is evidence of m...etastasis to the spleen or liver, the median (average) survival times are between one and 3.5 months. However, this study found that dogs that had early evidence of metastasis to spleen or liver had median survival times of 10.5 months with adequate local control (i.e. surgery) and chemotherapy. Moreover, one in five dogs with early evidence of metastasis to the spleen or liver lived for more than 500 days. Therefore, ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspirates for cytology of the liver and spleen is recommended in all dogs with high-risk mast cell tumours, even if both the liver and spleen look normal on ultrasound. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31863546 #vets #vet #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #mastcelltumour

23.01.2022 TODAYS POST IS 7 FAQS ABOUT CHEMOTHERAPY IN PETS. 1 WHAT IS CHEMOTHERAPY Chemotherapy are drugs that are toxic to cancer cells, which multiply rapidly. Most chemotherapy drugs work by damaging the ability of cancer cells to divide & replicate. It is administered at the highest maximum tolerated dosages to try to stop cancer cell growth & thus, kill cancer cells. ...Continue reading

23.01.2022 I am passionate about my job & I am a bit of a workaholic. But I am also a mum to two little boys. I cannot help but share my pride & joy. Sebastian was born on 14th May 2020 at 11:02 am, weighing 3.142 kg. He is currently just over two weeks old & doing well. Benji, my toddler, is almost three & loves his new brother very much. When I am not working, I am looking after two little boys..... and one big boy! https://video214.com/play/gom9dnED0ubLWLV5hAbuWQ/s/dark #mum #mumlife #workingmum #worklifebalance

23.01.2022 Do you know a dog that has been recently diagnosed with lymphoma, and the owners cannot afford treatment or chemotherapy? Promising clinical trial available in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth for dogs with lymphoma. For details: https://pharmaust.com/clinical-trials-dogs-wanted/ ... #PharmAust #ClinicalTrials #Dogs #Lymphoma #Vets

23.01.2022 The Pet Oncologist is open on Good Friday & Easter Monday! Have a wonderful break. Stay safe! #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #petcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine

20.01.2022 Nasal Tumours in Dogs. What should you tell the owners? A dog presents to you with nasal signs & you suspect a nasal mass. You perform a biopsy & diagnose a nasal tumour. What is the prognosis & what are the treatment options? First of all, primary nasal tumours are uncommon, representing ~1% of all canine neoplasms. Nasal carcinomas represent two-thirds of canine nasal tumours. The remaining nasal tumours are primarily sarcomas.... Nasal tumours are extremely locally invasive into the surrounding tissues & bone. The metastatic rate at the time of diagnosis is low (<24%) but approaches 40% to 50% at the time of death. The most common sites of metastasis are the regional lymph nodes & lungs. Learn more: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/blog/nasal-tumours-in-dogs #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #nasalcancer #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital #nasalcancer

20.01.2022 CHEMOTHERAPY SAFETY IN VETERINARY PRACTICE - COMPLETE PACKAGE Exposure to cytotoxic drugs and cytotoxic bodily excreta is potentially hazardous to staff and pet owners. Safe handling is paramount to reduce the risks of exposure and adverse health effects. The Pet Oncologist has put together a COMPLETE CHEMOTHERAPY PACKAGE that includes a 35-minute voice recorded PowerPoint presentation on 'chemotherapy safety in veterinary practice' and the following three handouts:... 1. Chemotherapy for Veterinarians 2. Guidelines for Safe Handling Cytotoxic Bodily Excreta in Veterinary Patients 3. Chemotherapy Reconstitution and Storage Times The presentation will discuss: What is chemotherapy, metronomic chemotherapy and Palladia Risks of chemotherapy - what, who, where and for how long Injectable and oral chemotherapy - safety in preparation, handling, administration, storage, transport, disposal and dispensing; including recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) Safe handling and management of cytotoxic pet's bodily wastes for staff and pet owners Management of extravasation accidents Chemotherapy spill kit and management of chemotherapy spills An online quiz with feedback is provided. This presentation is recommended for all veterinary staff who are administering chemotherapy or handling cytotoxic pets. The complete chemotherapy package is also recommended for veterinarians who wish to get set-up with chemotherapy in their hospital. The complete chemotherapy package is normally $130 but is currently on sale for $80. Click to purchase: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//chemotherapy-safety-in-v If you would like a copy of the PowerPoint presentation only, it is currently on sale for $50. Click to purchase: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//chemotherapy-safety-in-v

19.01.2022 Did you know that 25-50% of dogs with thyroid cancer are unresectable? Thyroid cancer represents 1.1% of all canine tumours with thyroid carcinoma representing 90% of thyroid cancer in dogs. The treatment of choice is surgery, which is associated with median (average) survival times of 3-4 years in dogs with nonmetastatic thyroid carcinomas. However, due to the locally invasive nature of these tumours into the surrounding structures (such as the trachea, larynx, carotid arte...ry and jugular vein), sometimes these tumours are not amenable to surgery. Unresectable thyroid carcinomas have a median survival time of 3-4 months. So what are the alternative treatment options? Visit: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//thyroid-carcinoma-in-dogs #petcancersucks #vet #veterinarians #vets #veterinarian #dog #dogs #thyroidcancer #thyroidcarcinoma #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #veterinarymedicine #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital #vetmed

17.01.2022 Vets, do you need a cancer case evaluated remotely? Here is 4-minute video on How to Organise a Consultation & Fees with The Pet Oncologist. Thanks for watching!... #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #horse #cat #cats #bird #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine

16.01.2022 Want some free stuff? I have uploaded an extravasation protocol, cytotoxic spill kit, and dog & cat skin body maps. Visit: www.thepetoncologist.com/handouts - https://mailchi.mp/4669df7c531f/freebies

16.01.2022 Meet Prince. A sweet little 10-year-old male neutered Japanese Spitz diagnosed with liver haemangiosarcoma. Unfortunately, this is an incurable aggressive blood vessel cancer. The prognosis is guarded with a median (average) survival time of between 1 and 3 months, despite treatment with surgery and chemotherapy. Prince had surgery to remove his liver cancer, and sadly, his cancer grew back 2 weeks later. Prince was treated with chemotherapy, followed by metronomic chemothera...py and Chinese herbs. He tolerated treatment well. It has been almost 1.5 years since Prince started treatment. At this last recheck, he experienced some growth of his cancer. However, Prince is a fighter and continues to live an exceptional quality of life. Despite the aggressive and incurable nature of some cancers in pets, it is important to know that pets tolerate chemotherapy far better than humans. The primary goals of chemotherapy in pets are to minimise discomfort associated with cancer growth or slow the progression of cancer while striving to maintain or improve the pet's quality of life. Veterinarians use much lower doses of chemotherapy than humans to try to avoid pets getting sick. #vet #veterinarians #vets #veterinarian #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital #haemangiosarcoma

15.01.2022 Meet Zoe. An 8-year old female Jack Russell Terrier diagnosed with stage III insulinoma. #vet #veterinarians #vets #veterinarian #dog #dogs #insulinoma #Palladia #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #veterinaryhospital #veterinarymedicinestudents #petcancersucks #caninecancer

15.01.2022 Vets, would you like to apply for a Vet Oncology Residency Training Program at the University of Sydney? You will be trained by two fantastic oncologists. Please personally message me and I can provide you the contact details. https://sydney.edu.au//clinical-resideny-positions-combine

15.01.2022 Meet Nitrous, one of my favourite patients. A beautiful female Devon Rex diagnosed with aggressive large cell lymphoma that caused severe left hind limb lameness & pain. Large cell lymphoma has a guarded prognosis without treatment with a median (average) survival time of around 1-2 months. With chemotherapy, 50-70% of cats achieve remission with median survival times between 4 and 12 months. Nitrous recently had her 2-year recheck after starting chemotherapy, and she was can...cer & pain-free. Go Nitrous! Vets, do you want to learn about 'Lymphoma in Cats'? Subscribe to The Pet Oncologist newsletter before the end of February 2020, to receive a free 40-minute voice recorded Powerpoint presentation, and be the first to receive the latest news and updates. Visit: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/subscribe-to-newsletter For pet owners who wish to learn more about lymphoma in cats, visit: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/faqs-lymphoma-in-cats #vets #vet #veterinarian #veterinarians #cat #cats #petcancer #catcancer #catlymphoma

15.01.2022 FREE ONLINE VET CANCER EDUCATION FOR VET STUDENTS! Yes, thats right. If you are a veterinary student, you can access all my online educational material for free. If you are an intern or first-year graduate, you can access all my online educational material for 50% off. ... I am incredibly passionate about educating others about cancer in animals. Particularly vet students who struggle financially getting through vet school and interns who work long hours with minimal pay. Please read the 'Terms & Conditions' before use. FIND OUT HOW: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//free-online-vet-cancer-e #vets #vet #veterinarians #veterinarian #vetstudent #veterinarystudent #veterinarystudents #vetschool #veterinaryschool #veterinarylife #vetschoollife #dogcancer #catcaner #petcancer #animals

14.01.2022 Indolent lymphoma is an uncommon form of lymphoma in dogs, representing around 5-29% of all canine lymphomas. The subtypes described include follicular lymphoma, marginal zone lymphoma, mantle zone and T-zone lymphoma, which are all derived from B-cells (except for T-zone lymphoma, which is T-cell in origin). But what is the prognosis and what are the treatment options? ... Learn more: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//indolent-lymphoma-in-do/ #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #horse #cat #cats #bird #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital

13.01.2022 CHINESE HERBS. CAN IT TREAT CANCER IN DOGS? Today's topic is about a Chinese herb called 'Yunnan Bai Yao. Yes, this may sound strange, but it can be used to help treat dogs with cancer. WHAT IS YUNNAN BAI YAO?... Yunnan Bai Yao is a Chinese herb that has been used for over 100 years to help control bleeding. It was first developed in Yunnan Province in China in 1902. This herb was used on the battlefield by Chinese soldiers during World War II and Vietnamese soldiers during the Vietnamese war. It is still used in this day and age, to control and prevent bleeding in people. Although the exact formula is a secret in China, and it is made up of a blend of herbal ingredients. The main ingredient appears to be Panax Notoginseng (a type of Ginsenosides). It mainly works by preventing angiogenesis (i.e. preventing blood vessel growth) and enhancing platelet function (i.e. clot strength). CAN YUNNAN BAI YAO BE USED IN DOGS? Yes. Because of its improved clotting function and use in controlling and preventing bleeding in people. Veterinarians have used this herb for a variety of bleeding disorders and conditions, such as pets with a haemoabdomen (i.e. bleeding into the abdomen), pericardial haemorrhage (i.e. bleeding into sac surrounding the heart), epistaxis (i.e. bleeding from the nose), and bleeding caused by cancer (such as haemangiosarcoma). WHAT DOES SCIENCE SAY ABOUT THE EFFECTIVENESS OF YUNNAN BAI YAO FOR TREATING CANCER IN DOGS? Yunnan Bai Yao can be used safely in dogs to prevent and control bleeding cancers in dogs. More recent evidence shows that Yunnan Bai Yao can kill dog haemangiosarcoma cell lines in-vitro. Therefore, it may provide clinical benefit in dogs with haemangiosarcoma. Yunnan Bai Yao by itself is not known to be superior to standard of care therapy (i.e. surgery followed by chemotherapy), but certainly can be used safely in combination with anti-cancer therapy. Currently, veterinary studies are being performed in the USA by Veterinary Oncologists to define safety further and determine the clinical benefits of this herb for dogs with haemangiosarcoma (with and without chemotherapy). So far, the results show that it is safe, but we are yet to know whether it can improve survival times in dogs with haemangiosarcoma. We need better therapy for dogs with haemangiosarcoma, so I hope that future studies will be able to show that dogs with haemangiosarcoma can clinically benefit from this herb. READ MORE: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/blog/yunnan-bai-yao #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #haemangiosarcoma #chineseherb #traditionalchineseherb #yunnanbaiyao

11.01.2022 ITS QUIZ TIME WHAT IS YOUR DIAGNOSIS? Cytology of the liver in an 7-year-old male neutered Kelpie X that presented for vomiting & anorexia. Abdominal ultrasound revealed hepatomegaly. Scroll through to look at the images.... HINT: Ignore the large purple cells! Post your answer in the comments below. The answer along with prognosis and treatment options will be posted next week. #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cytology #petcancer #dogcancer #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital

10.01.2022 NUTRITION FOR PETS WITH CANCER What diet should I feed my pet What foods should I avoid What if my pet is not eating... What about home-made diets Click here for some answers to some Frequently Asked Questions asked by owners about diet for pets with cancer: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//nutrition-in-pets-with-c #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cat #cats #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #catcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #veterinarymedicinestudents #cancernutrition #veterinaryhospital #petcancersucks

10.01.2022 Just-in-case medications If you are treating a dog or cat with chemotherapy, I recommend you send them home with just in case medications with their first chemotherapy treatment. Pets tolerate chemotherapy far better than humans, but if the pet starts to vomit or have diarrhoea late at night, owners can give these 'just in case' medications to their pet, rather than go into an emergency hospital or wait until the next day.... What are the just in case medications and what dosages do you recommend? Learn more: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/b/just-in-case-medications #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cat #cats #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital

10.01.2022 Prednisolone or piroxicam. Which one should I choose for pets with cancer? Prednisolone (or prednisone) is a corticosteroid, while piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Both medications have anti-inflammatory properties, but which one is best for pets with cancer? This is a common question asked by many vets, and the answer depends on the individual needs of the pet at the time. ... Vets, click here for some answers to some Frequently Asked Questions to guide you in your decision: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//faqs-prednisolone-or-pir Pet owners: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/faqs-prednisolone-and-piro #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cat #cats #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #piroxicam #prednisolone #prednisolone #veterinarymedicine #vetmed

09.01.2022 Provet and Zoetis are providing free medications to vets, to help treat animals affected by the Australian bushfires. Please help out and contact them directly. #vets #zoetis #provet #bushfires

09.01.2022 Bleeding Splenic Mass. Should you treat? A dog presents to you acutely collapsed. The dog is flat, has pale gums and a distended abdomen. You put the ultrasound probe on, suspect a bleeding splenic mass. The owner is distressed and waiting to speak with you? What are you going to say and recommend? As a vet, you will be faced with a with an emergency bleeding splenic mass. In this situation, 2/3 will be diagnosed with malignant cancer, and 2/3 of those will be haemangiosarcom...a. So what do you say to the owners? It is even humane to take the surgery if it is going to die from cancer shortly after surgery? This can be a challenging situation, and I often get asked, what should I tell owners, and what should I do? Follow this link to read more: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/blog/bleeding-splenic-mass Lastly, I have included three cytology images (slides 1 to 3) on dogs that have had splenic masses. What is your diagnosis? Post your answers in the comments below. The answers will be posted later in the week. #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cytology #petcancer #dogcancer #splenicmass #haemangiosarcoma

09.01.2022 What is metronomic chemotherapy? What cancers can I try it on? What are the pros and cons? Metronomic chemotherapy is the long-term daily or every second daily administration of lower than standard dosages of chemotherapy. In contrast to the administration of standard dosages of chemotherapy (i.e. conventional chemotherapy), which directly results in cancer cell kill, metronomic dosing of cyclophosphamide stimulates the immune response against cancer and suppresses angiogene...sis (i.e. suppresses blood vessel growth). If cancer loses their blood vessel supply, it will eventually starve itself of oxygen and nutrients, and thus die. Vets, click here for some answers to some Frequently Asked Questions about metronomic chemotherapy in dogs & cats: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//faqs-metronomic-chemothe Pet owners: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/faqs-metronomic-chemothera #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cat #cats #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #metronomicchemotherapyinpets

09.01.2022 Photos: Before & After Palladia. Meet Jessie. A 17.5-year-old female spayed Jack Russell Terrier. She presented with a large ulcerated, necrotic and painful mast cell tumour in her rostral mandible (front lower jaw). She also had moderate bilateral mandibular lymphadenopathy. Unfortunately, with supportive care alone, the prognosis is guarded with a median (average) survival time of <3 months. Jessie's owner elected to try Palladia (toceranib phosphate). After one week, Jessi...e's mast cell tumour reduced in size significantly, the necrosis is resolving, and she is comfortable and eating well. The response rate for dogs with macroscopic mast cell tumours is around 40% to 70% and median survival times around 3 to 8 months. I hope Jessie continues to respond well to treatment and enjoy more enjoyable times ahead of her! Vets, learn more about Palladia in dogs: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/blog/faqs-palladia-in-pets Pet owners, learn more about Palladia in pets: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/faqs-palladia-in-pets #petcancersucks #vet #veterinarians #vets #veterinarian #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital #mastcelltumour #vetmed #palladia #toceranib

08.01.2022 Vets, want to learn about Mast Cell Tumours in Dogs & How to use Palladia? For a limited time only, I am offering vets a free 50-minute voice recorded PowerPoint presentation. Visit: http://thepetoncologist.com/educat/canine-mast-cell-tumours For pet owners who wish to learn more about mast cell tumours in dogs, visit: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/faqs-mast-cell-tumours-in-... Subscribe to my newsletter to be the first to receive the latest news & updates: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/subscribe-to-newsletter #vets #vet #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer #Palladia

08.01.2022 Did you know radiation therapy can help dogs with bone cancer? In a recent study of 82 dogs with appendicular (i.e. limb) osteosarcoma, treatment with a combination of chemotherapy and stereotactic radiation therapy (12 Gray daily radiation therapy treatment over three consecutive days) was associated with improved survival. The median (average) survival time was 1.1 years, compared to conventional palliative radiation therapy plus chemotherapy (median survival time of five m...Continue reading

07.01.2022 Finally, after performing this study over 5 years, we can share our findings to the veterinary community that it is safe to administer cyclophosphamide at 460 mg/m2 every 2-3 weeks via both the oral and intravenous route in cats with cancer. https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1ax593trxKpQhr #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #cat #catcancer #petcancer #veterinarymedicine #vetmed

07.01.2022 QUIZ TIME: WHATS YOUR DIAGNOSIS? Cytology of a large cranial mediastinal mass in 10-year-old male German shepherd. HINT: What are the cells in green arrows?... Post your answer in the comments below. The answer will be posted next week. #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cytology #petcancer #dogcancer

05.01.2022 A NON-INVASIVE URINE TEST TO HELP DIAGNOSE CANINE TRANSITIONAL CELL CARCINOMA Transitional cell carcinoma (TCC) is the most common cancer of the urinary tract in dogs, that can affect the bladder & prostate. Diagnosis is usually confirmed with a biopsy & sometimes cytology, which can be invasive. The Cadet BRAF test is a non-invasive urine test that can help detect TCC in dogs. Learn more: https://www.thepetoncologist.com//transitional-cell-carcin... #petcancersucks #vet #veterinarians #vets #veterinarian #dog #dogs #bladdercancer #prostatecancer #prostatecarcinoma #transitionalcellcarcinoma #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #veterinarymedicine #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital #vetmed

04.01.2022 Would you aspirate an adrenal mass in a dog? In a recent study of 50 dogs with 58 adrenal gland masses (including 23 dogs with pheochromocytoma) undergoing fine-needle aspiration, complications were reported in four (8%) dogs. Three haemorrhages (mild or moderate) and one death occurred 28 hours later in a dog with pheochromocytoma due to acute respiratory distress syndrome (possibly related to laryngeal paralysis). No hypertensive crisis was reported. There was also no relat...ionship between the method of fine-needle aspirate or type of needle used and occurrence of complications. Moreover, based on the recollection of 65 radiologists, who performed approximately 200 fine-needle aspirates of adrenal gland lesions or masses, a death rate of approximately 1% was estimated. In another study of 19 dogs with adrenal gland lesions (including nine dogs with pheochromocytoma), fine-needle aspiration lead to complication in one (5%) dog. The dog had a pheochromocytoma and developed ventricular tachycardia following aspiration. However, the complication may have been unrelated to the procedure because the dog presented with tachycardia and pericardial effusion. Adrenal cytology has been shown to be able to discriminate the origin (cortical or medullary) of an adrenal neoplasm with high diagnostic accuracy (90-100%), but not necessarily benign from malignant lesions. In summary, despite the negative perception by vets, US-guided fine-needle aspiration of adrenal gland lesions in dogs is considered a minimally risky procedure with complications reported in around 5-8%, and a death rate of around 1%. To answer this question. Yes, I would consider aspirating an adrenal gland mass in the diagnostic investigation of adrenal gland lesions, but only under certain circumstances where it would change the owner's decision to treat. For example, if there is an incidental adrenal gland mass where I am not sure whether I should consider further diagnostics, surgery or monitoring; or if I would like to try to determine if the adrenal gland mass is primary or metastatic neoplasia. Although the risks of complications are low, there is still a 1% risk of death from the procedure! Vets, if you have a question about this topic or a dog with an adrenal gland mass or lesion that you are not sure whether you should aspirate, please do not hesitate to get in touch. https://www.thepetoncologist.com//fine-needle-aspiration-o #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #petcancer #dogcancer

04.01.2022 QUIZ TIME: WHAT'S YOUR DIAGNOSIS? Cytology of a large cranial mediastinal mass in 10-year-old male German shepherd. HINT: What are the cells in green arrows?... Post your answer in the comments below. The answer will be posted next week. #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cytology #petcancer #dogcancer

04.01.2022 Oral squamous cell carcinoma is the most common oral cancer in & typically affects older cats. This cancer is very locally invasive. Bone invasion is common in cats & is usually severe & extensive. Metastasis (i.e. cancer spread) is uncommon; however, it may occur in the mandibular lymph nodes & lungs in up to 31% and 10% of cats respectively. What is the prognosis & what are the treatment options Visit: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/blog/oral-scc-in-cats... #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #cat #cats #petcancer #catcancer #oralcancer #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #veterinarymedicinestudents #veterinaryhospital

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01.01.2022 Meet Smokey. A beautiful young cat diagnosed with rectal lymphoma. #vet #veterinarians #vets #veterinarian #dog #dogs #horse #cat #cats #bird #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #vetmed #veterinarymedicine

01.01.2022 What is Palladia? What are the pros and cons? What cancers can I try it on? How frequent are the visits? What are the side effects? Tyrosine kinases are cell signalling proteins that are overstimulated in cancer cells. Inhibiting these proteins with tyrosine kinase inhibitors have the potential to decrease cancer cell growth, proliferation and survival by targeting tyrosine kinase cell signalling proteins (such as c-kit, vascular endothelial growth factor receptor and plate...let-derived growth factor receptor). Palladia is an example of a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that can work by the above mechanism. It can also suppress angiogenesis (i.e. anti-angiogenesis) and stimulate the immune response against cancer (i.e. immunomodulation). If cancer loses their blood vessel supply, it will eventually starve itself of oxygen and nutrients, and thus die. Although Palladia is an anti-cancer medication, it is not chemotherapy, which directly results in cancer cell killing. Vets, click here for some answers to some Frequently Asked Questions about Palladia in dogs & cats: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/blog/faqs-palladia-in-pets Pet owners: https://www.thepetoncologist.com/faqs-palladia-in-pets #vet #vets #veterinarian #veterinarians #dog #dogs #cat #cats #petcancer #dogcancer #catcancer #Palladia #toceranib