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Veterinary cancer specialist, vlogger, speaker, book author & focused on early detection & helping pets live longer & live well. www.drsuecancervet.com

Sue Ettinger, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Oncology)

02/07/2025

Getting support is one of the best things you can do for yourself when you want to improve at anything. 💯⁠
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When I started treating mast cell tumor cases with STELFONTA®, I looked to the available studies and my colleagues who had done the initial clinical trials, but there wasn’t much peer support.⁠
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I studied the drug and case examples and believed in myself (and STELFONTA®), but still had questions about case management at times. ⁠
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All of this said, it would have been a more comfortable journey had I had a group of people to consult with and talk about my cases.⁠
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🔹So, many cases later, I created the community I would have wanted for myself. ⁠
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🔹That is my FREE MCT Facebook group.⁠
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If you’d like direct support for other veterinary professionals and me on your MCT cases, I invite you to join us. ⁠
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🔹 Comment ‘GROUP’ and I’ll send you a link to request to join! 🔹⁠
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⁠⁠P.S. For pet owners, another closed Facebook support group with almost two thousand members is available. It’s a great support group for those who want to ask questions and get feedback from other pet parents who have also gone through the treatment process with their pets.⁠
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Search for “Stelfonta injection for mast cell tumors MCT in dogs” on FB to find it.⁠
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Have you tried using it in a case yet?⁠ Let me know!⁠
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27/06/2025

A little June photo dump from a month that was full of emotion, milestones, and meaningful moments.☀️📸⁠
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I celebrated my birthday with a trip to my favorite place: the beach in Aruba, with someone very special by my side. There’s something about the ocean that always helps me reset, breathe a little deeper, and reflect on what really matters.⁠
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One of the most emotional highlights? My youngest son graduated from high school. I’m so proud of him and also feeling all the feelings that come with watching your kids grow up and take those big next steps.⁠
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Work was full, too. I faced some challenging cases this month, the kind that stretch you in the best ways. The kind that reminds you why you chose this field in the first place, even when it’s hard.⁠
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And while New York couldn’t quite decide what season it wanted to be this June (sun, rain, repeat…), I still found a few rooftop moments to sit, relax, and take in the quiet when I could.⁠
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Summer has always been my favorite season. ⁠
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I hope wherever you are, you’re finding small pockets of joy, rest, and sunshine even in the chaos of life. We all deserve a little light. 💛⁠
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25/06/2025

Did you know there’s a 💩 f***l scoring chart for dogs?⁠
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It may not be the most glamorous topic, but it’s an important one.⁠
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Being able to clearly describe your dog’s stool (yes, even diarrhea) helps your vet make faster, more accurate treatment decisions.⁠
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🎥 Keep watching to learn how to use this tool and why it matters!

23/06/2025

What does the Nu.Q® Vet Cancer Test test for and NOT test for? Keep watching to find out. 👀

20/06/2025

Suit up, Friend. Chemotherapy safety isn’t optional. 🧤⁠
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When we administer chemotherapy, we’re working with drugs that are life-saving for our patients, but potentially harmful to us if we’re not properly protected.⁠
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That’s why we wear full PPE, including chemotherapy-rated gloves, impermeable gowns, eye protection, and a closed system drug transfer device.⁠
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It's also imperative that you use the chemotherapy biosafety cabinet (a.k.a the chemo-hood) when assembling chemo. These safeguards protect us from accidental exposure through the skin, eyes, or inhalation.⁠
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Just remember, if we’re not protected, we can’t continue doing what we love - helping animals. 💪🐾⁠
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Tag your clinic bestie to remind them: Suit up, always.⁠
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18/06/2025

Many of you are curious about what supplements I give my dog Penelope! 👀 ⁠So here it is, swipe to see her current supplement rotation.⁠
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I like to find and try new things over time, but these five have been on rotation for her for months! ⁠
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Thankfully, she’s doing well, and I’m happy to know I’m supporting her wellness needs by adding these few.⁠
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🥼 The last supplement is one I recommend to my cancer patients.⁠
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Have you tried of these? Have any questions about them? Ask me below.

16/06/2025

Here’s why 3️⃣-view chest X-rays are a must! | Watch To Learn 👀⁠
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Watch to see the cancer we could’ve missed and why that third view made all the difference in Andi’s case. 🫁⁠
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My biggest takeaway? Never skip the third view. It could be the one that catches a hidden lung mass.⁠
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🎥 Have questions about chest X-rays or cancer screening in dogs?⁠
Drop them below, I’d love to help.

11/06/2025

If you’ve faced hemangiosarcoma (HSA), you know it’s fast, devastating, and feels incredibly unfair.⁠
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You didn’t miss the signs; this cancer hides well. If your dog has been diagnosed, you are not alone. We’re here to help you navigate what comes next. 💔🐾⁠
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Do you have questions about HSA?⁠
Have you walked this journey with your dog?⁠
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💬 Ask below, or share your story, I'm here to listen and support.

04/06/2025

Getting support is one of the best things you can do for yourself when you want to improve at anything. 💯⁠
⁠
When I started treating mast cell tumor cases with STELFONTA®, I looked to the available studies and my colleagues who had done the initial clinical trials, but there wasn’t much peer support.⁠
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I studied the drug and case examples and believed in myself (and STELFONTA®), but hands down, it would have been a much more comfortable journey had I had a group of people to consult with, talk to, etc., about my cases. ⁠
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🔹So, many cases later, I created the community I would have wanted for myself. ⁠
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🔹That is my FREE MCT tumor workup Facebook group.⁠
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If you’d like direct support for other veterinary professionals and myself on your MCT cases, I invite you to head over there and join us. ⁠
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⁠⁠P.S. For pet owners, another closed Facebook support group with almost two thousand members is available. It’s a great support group for those who want to ask questions and get feedback from other pet parents who have also gone through the treatment process with their pets.⁠
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Search for “Stelfonta injection for mast cell tumors MCT in dogs” on FB to find it.⁠

Have you tried using it in a case yet?⁠ Let me know!

31/05/2025

🎂 53 🎂 | Thank you for being a significant part of my life and my story! Did any of these facts surprise you, or do we align on any of them?⁠
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28/05/2025

A lot is happening during the STELFONTA® wound healing journey. ⁠
So here's the breakdown and a few tips to manage the wound. 💉⁠
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Most questions I receive about open wounds involve concerns about needing to bandage them, the smell, the oozing, or the possibility of infection.⁠
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All understood, but with a trained eye, this is what you’re actually seeing and should do:⁠
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💉 Don’t bandage or cover it; STELFONTA has an antimicrobial effect on the wound, so it heals on its own, and covering it could disrupt its natural process.⁠
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💉The smell is from the cancer dying, the actual malignant tumor cells necrosing; it’s a tough job that’s unfolding before your eyes.⁠
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💉The oozing is gross, but is due to the STELFONTA® killing the MCT and the immune system coming in to help with the process. So you want to have towels and blankets around your pet to absorb the ooze.⁠
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What was your first response to seeing this breakdown?

21/05/2025

When your veterinarian walks into the room and has to break the bad news of a cancer diagnosis in your pet, as expected, emotions run high, and it all can be quite paralyzing. 💔⁠
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It’s all a normal response because we love our pets so much, but you feel more empowered when you're educated. ⁠
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So, should you ever get this news (God forbid), please save this post to help you navigate those next crucial steps.⁠
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Have questions? Let’s talk about them below!

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