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What Do You Know About Canine Skin Cancer?
Just because the weather's getting colder in many parts of the country, doesn't mean dog owners can be less concerned with skin cancer. Luckily many cases can be treated successfully when caught early enough so brush up on the facts about the various types of this disease in the quiz below.
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Cancer Deadly to Humans and Wild Animals Alike
It's heartbreaking enough to see your furry friends go through the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, but imagine being a wild animal and not having the medical care or love that a family pet would. Cancer not only affects people and pets, but wild animals as well. A new study conducted by the Wildlife Conservation Society shows that cancer accounts for 10 percent of human deaths, and wild animals are dying from cancer at about the same rate.
Ten Common Signs of Cancer in Pets
Did you know that cancer accounts for almost half the deaths of pets over 10 years of age? While I didn't realize this (or that dogs get cancer at roughly the same rate as humans, while cats get fewer cancers), I do believe that using animal-friendly products and high-quality food is essential to our pets' well-being. Because of the dangers of household cleaners, environmental toxins, and chemicals in their foods, it's important to know what symptoms to watch out for — with early detection, cancer can be a treatable disease for furry friends.
The Scoop: Pet Cancer Awareness Month
Secondhand smoke is dangerous for people and pets, too. According to a study conducted at Tufts College of Veterinary Medicine, kitties face a higher chance of getting certain types of cancer including malignant lymphoma, a cancer that is fatal to three out of four cats within 12 months of developing it. However, simply because of felines natural grooming habits, they also face a great risk of getting mouth cancer.
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Sleepypod Blossoms Pink for Breast Cancer
I've said it before, and I'll say it again – Sleepypods are travel time chic! In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, they've just released this new “Blossom Pink” Sleepypod.
In addition to being a fab color, 15 percent of profits from sales of the style will be donated to breast cancer awareness and research charities.
RIP, Gibson: World's Tallest Dog Loses His Cancer Battle
Gibson (the Guinness Record holder for the world's tallest dog) was diagnosed with bone cancer back in April and, sadly, he recently lost his battle with the disease. The beautiful Harlequin was undergoing chemotherapy and, when he needed to have his front right paw amputated, his owner started Three Paws For the Cause to raise awareness about canine cancer.
Gibson's vet, Dr.
Give the Dog a Loofa
Think pink and choose special edition Pink Loofa Dog for Breast Cancer this month. These dog and cat toys typically come in different colors and sizes and are über-popular with your pets! Choosing this one has an additional bonus; in an effort to aid Breast Cancer Awareness, Multipet has chosen to donate a percentage of proceeds to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
What's Your Take: Cici the Pink Poodle vs. Boulder City Code?
In a situation you certainly don't hear about everyday, this woman was recently fined for coloring her pet poodle pink to help raise awareness for breast cancer . . .
Remembering Socks: Former First Cat Dies
You may recognize this feline as a former "first pet" — Socks joined the Clinton family for both terms in the White House. After they left in early 2001, the kitty took up residence in Hollywood, MD, with Bill Clinton's secretary, Betty Currie. The cat was nearly 18 and battling lung cancer when Currie confirmed Socks's death this evening, saying that she was "heartbroken."
Breaking News: 2008 World's Ugliest Dog Loses Cancer Battle
When I met Gus up close and personal moments after he won the title of 2008 World's Ugliest Dog back in June, it was clear he had gone through a lot. This 9-year-old rescued pooch endured radiation, surgery on a malignant tumor, and a leg amputation from his skin cancer – and what I remember most from my chat with his super-sweet owners was that the pup had a fondness for pizza . .
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