Finding out that a beloved pet has cancer is one of the most scary and terrifying news pet owners can receive. Cancer occurs when certain types of cells grow beyond the body’s control, invading surrounding tissues and have the ability to invade other parts of the body. There are many types of cancer that can affect dogs. The cancer can be confined or localized in one area, or generalized. There are many factors that have been known to cause cancer. In most cases, the cause is often multi-factorial. There are also genetic and environmental factors that can increase a dog’s risk to development of cancer. While cancer can affect dogs of all breeds and ages, cases are higher in senior dogs. There are also some canine breeds that are more prone to specific types of cancers. Boxers, golden retrievers, and Boston terriers are more prone to have lymphoma or mast cell tumors, while Saint Bernards, Gread Danes, and other large and giant canine breeds, are more likely to develop bone cancer than smaller dog breeds.
If your pet has been diagnosed with cancer, you should ask your veterinarian Hyattsville, MD on treatment options that are available to your pet.
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