Chase Away K9 Cancer

12/07/2025

A genetically engineered drug shown to extend the life of dogs with hemangiosarcoma may also prove effective as an early screening test for the lethal cancer.

20/06/2025

Stay safe this summer and please pay extra attention when letting your pets out in dangerous conditions.

It's the first day of summer, and, unfortunately, wildfire season in Oregon has already started. Health advisories for air quality also apply to animals. Birds are particularly susceptible to particulates in the air.

If you need to evacuate, take your pets. Plan ahead for equine and livestock evacuation as much as possible. An evacuation order may come while you are away from home. If possible, make arrangements in advance for a trusted neighbor to evacuate your pets with them. Have a go bag for every person in your home and one for your pets.

30/05/2025

https://www.akcchf.org/educational-resources/library/articles/disrupting-hemangiosarcoma/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKmltdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1VUV2MmFPZk5lb29IeVBXAR67rNk8cdMQeTuRmf65EJWcPmSZlkUsz20NUStnSogHHNQzHdfHPglJc5Nz8A_aem_CEVfbs6C1L63rwIQpLaeDQ

Hemangiosarcoma is one of the most aggressive and heartbreaking cancers in dogs. Often described as a silent killer, it advances rapidly with few—if any—early warning signs.

11/05/2025

Wishing you all an Amazing Happy Mother’s Day 🐾❤️🐾.

I have been blessed to be Momma C to 6 beautiful labradors over the past 28 years and all of those years have been filled with so many wonderful adventures that Terry and I have shared with our 4 legged family.

Being a dog mom we all know from the day they come into our lives that we will most likely outlive them. We all hope that our time together will be long with many wonderful years of adventures to share but sadly that is not always the case. I have been blessed with so many years with my girls and boy and I would never give up a minute of time that I’ve had to spend with these beautiful gifts. Since losing Chase so young it taught me to live like they do “in the moment” and appreciate each and everyday like it’s the best day ever.

Happy Dog Mom’s Day, now go out and make today “The Best Dog Day Ever” 🐾❤️🐾 you know I’ll be starting this Mother’s Day by sharing sourdough waffles with Olie n Score. 💞

20/04/2025

Happy Easter 💞

14/04/2025

Please spend 10 minutes of your day today giving your dog some extra special attention today by giving them a complete nose to tail exam for lumps and bumps. Make notes, keep track of anything out of the norm. If in doubt as Dr Sue Cancer Vet says don't wait aspirate, if cancer is found in it's early stages you have a much better chance of kicking cancers ass. please share and cross post, raising K9 cancer awareness is priceless if the pup you save is your own. Be Your Dogs Hero !!! ❤ ❤

Cancer is a leading cause of disease-related death in older pets. Just as in humans, early detection can make the difference in treatment options and outcomes. Regular health exams—at least once per year for younger pets and twice per year for pets over 7—can help detect issues while still in the early stages, improving treatment options for your pet.

Your observations of your pet's behavior and health are also important. Do not automatically assume your pet has cancer if they show some of these signs! Symptoms such as bad breath and weight loss can be signs of other health problems, too. That's why it's best to have your pet seen by its veterinarian.

When in doubt, check it out.

Signs to Watch For
* Swelling or changing lumps or bumps — check your pet once per month
* Bad breath or bad smell coming from the body
* Weight loss or gain without diet changes
* Change in appetite
* Bleeding or discharge from anywhere on the body
* Sores that are not healing
* Difficulty or changes in urination or defecation
* Loss of energy
* Lameness or stiffness
* Difficulty breathing, chewing or swallowing

07/04/2025

More great information :

The signs of cancer in dogs can be subtle, but early detection is crucial. Learn how to recognize symptoms and what to do if you notice changes in your pet.

18/03/2025

Join us on this year's virtual walk! Register today and get your race package which includes a
👚 T-shirt
🏅 Medal
🐶 Bandana
And you will be saving lives, one step at a time!

14/03/2025

Great article on gum health.

DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital is a veterinary emergency hospital in Portland, Oregon that helps people keep their pets healthy. Find out how to protect your pets in extreme heat or learn how to live with pets in urban environments. All of your questions about pets are answered.

25/02/2025

Good information but always check with your oncologist and make sure that a treatment like this is safe for your pets.

There's some great info here.

22/02/2025

Patrick Swayze once said, "They told me my house smelled like dogs, and I asked them, do you know what a dog smells like? It smells like gratitude, loyalty, nobility, affection, pure unconditional love. And in spite of all they've been through, they smell no resentment. So blessed that my house smells like dogs."

Isn't this the perfect reminder that true blessings can't be measured by society's standards? Patrick Swayze captured what we seasoned dog mamas have known all along - that a house filled with the presence of our faithful companions is really filled with love, not just "dog smell." When our hearts are full of joy and gratitude from our four-legged angels, who cares what others think about our homes? After all, the most precious things in life can't be seen, but they can surely be felt... and sometimes smelled! ❤️

14/02/2025

Happy 😃 Valentine’s 💘 Day, I hope that everyone has been their pups hero’s and your pups got a clean bill of health after their nose to tail lump & bump exam.