{"id":3919,"date":"2022-05-20T10:33:15","date_gmt":"2022-05-20T10:33:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/?p=3919"},"modified":"2022-05-20T10:37:09","modified_gmt":"2022-05-20T10:37:09","slug":"pet-cancer-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/pet-cancer-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet Cancer Awareness Month: All You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3952\" src=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pet-Canacer-awarness-Day-Canadavetexpress.jpg\" alt=\"Pet Cancer Awareness Month\" width=\"892\" height=\"446\" srcset=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pet-Canacer-awarness-Day-Canadavetexpress.jpg 892w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pet-Canacer-awarness-Day-Canadavetexpress-300x150.jpg 300w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pet-Canacer-awarness-Day-Canadavetexpress-768x384.jpg 768w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pet-Canacer-awarness-Day-Canadavetexpress-170x85.jpg 170w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pet-Canacer-awarness-Day-Canadavetexpress-370x185.jpg 370w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pet-Canacer-awarness-Day-Canadavetexpress-780x390.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Cancer in pets is not as uncommon as you might think. Did you know that in America one in four dogs and one in five cats suffer from cancer? The thought of our most loved family member suffering from cancer is beyond upsetting. But, to prevent\/treat cancer in your pets, it is important that you have relevant information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Since May is considered Pet Cancer Awareness month, we share with you a list of some commonly occurring\u00a0cancer\u00a0in dogs and cats. And also the symptoms that will help you detect cancer in your pet at an early stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Cancer and Pets<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Like humans, cancer tumors can develop in any part of your pet\u2019s body and make them suffer severely. Symptoms of cancer vary according to the disease type, yet there are certain conditions that when spotted mean your pet requires a diagnosis followed by a relevant treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>Cancer in Dogs<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Cancer is one of the prominent reasons for death in canines above 10 years of age. But the silver lining is that half of the dog cancer can be cured when detected at early stages.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #8f3b11;\"><strong>Cancer symptoms in dogs<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/http:\/\/www.canadavetexpress.com\/?utm_source=intblog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign=Pet cancer awarness month\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3930 size-full alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Dog-Internal-Image.jpg\" alt=\"Symptoms of cancer in dogs\" width=\"700\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Dog-Internal-Image.jpg 700w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Dog-Internal-Image-300x144.jpg 300w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Dog-Internal-Image-170x81.jpg 170w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Dog-Internal-Image-370x177.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">When suffering from cancer, dogs show certain symptoms. Here are some common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadavetexpress.com\/blog\/10-warning-signs-that-your-dog-has-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">signs of cancer in dogs<\/span><\/strong><\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Strong odor from mouth, ears, and other parts of the body<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Visible lumps and bumps underneath the skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Wounds not healing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Bleeding for no reason<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Change in appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Lethargy<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Difficulty in breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Chronic coughing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Unreasonable and irreversible weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Abrupt swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Frequent vomiting and diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Straining to urinate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Difficulty in swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #8f3b11;\"><strong>Common types of dog cancer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #8f3b11;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3964 size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer-603x1024.png\" alt=\"Pet Cancer Awareness Month\" width=\"603\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer-603x1024.png 603w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer-177x300.png 177w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer-768x1305.png 768w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer-65x110.png 65w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer-147x250.png 147w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer-320x544.png 320w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Common-types-of-dog-canceer.png 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 603px) 100vw, 603px\" \/><\/strong><\/span><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #8f3b11;\"><strong>Cancer in Cats<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Although cancer is less common in cats compared to dogs, their number is still significant. Moreover, it is harder to detect illness in cats as they are good at hiding illness. Hence, it\u2019s important to be aware of the common symptoms and most occurring cancer types, so you can treat your feline at the right time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #8f3b11;\"><strong>Cancer symptoms in cats<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/http:\/\/www.canadavetexpress.com\/?utm_source=intblog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign=Pet cancer awarness month\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3931 size-full alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Cat-Internal-Image.jpg\" alt=\"Cancer symptoms in cats\" width=\"700\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Cat-Internal-Image.jpg 700w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Cat-Internal-Image-300x144.jpg 300w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Cat-Internal-Image-170x81.jpg 170w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/CVE-Cat-Internal-Image-370x177.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Sudden weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Bleeding without any subsequent reason<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Swelling in lymph nodes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Abrupt change in behavior<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Excessive vomiting and diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Foul odor<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Skin lumps or bumps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #8f3b11;\"><strong>Common types of feline cancer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Mast Cell tumors:<\/strong> Mast cells are also called allergy cells. They play a key role in allergic responses. This cancer majorly impacts middle-aged felines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Mammary Tumors (Breast cancer):<\/strong> Affects breast tissues. It is the third most common type of feline cancer. Older feline cats are the most affected by mammary tumors. However, spaying can significantly reduce the risk of this type of cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Lymphoma<\/strong>: It is a type of blood cancer that occurs in the lymph nodes and causes swelling in the lymph. It can be detected in any part of cats\u2019 bodies but commonly affects the kidneys, spleen, gastrointestinal tract, and chest. It mostly affects cats within two-six years of age.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Adenocarcinoma<\/strong>: This tumor appears in glandular tissue consisting stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and the rectum. Older male cats are more likely to get affected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Squamous cell carcinoma<\/strong>: Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a type of cancer that affects different parts of the cat&#8217;s body, including the eyelids, ears, nasal planum, tonsils, esophagus, and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #800080;\">You May Also Like:\u00a0<\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canadavetexpress.com\/blog\/dispelling-the-myths-about-cancer-treatment-in-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dispelling the Myths about Cancer Treatment in Dogs<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Ways to Prevent Cancer in Pet<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Below are some essential measures that every pet owner can incorporate to prevent cancer in their pets.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Well-balanced diet: <\/strong>Your pet\u2019s daily food items should consist of a blend of the right vitamins and minerals. When purchasing food packages for your pet, make sure it contains vital nutrients like Vitamin C, minerals (magnesium. calcium, and phosphorous), omega 3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Avoid exposure to toxic substances: <\/strong>Carcinogens in cigarettes can deposit on the fur of your pet with passive smoking, which is one of the possible reasons for cancer in pets. Avoid smoking near your furry buddies and also avoid taking them to smoking zones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Routine vet check-<\/strong><strong>up<\/strong>: Your pet is never going to share their illness with you. To detect any disease or symptom related to cancer, it\u2019s best to take your pet to the vet once a year or every six months. Please note, that aging dogs and cats are at higher risk of developing cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Spay or neuter at an appropriate age: <\/strong>Getting your pet neutered and spayed can significantly reduce the risk of your pet suffering from mammary tumors, and testicular tumors that often result in breast and testicular cancer, respectively.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong><u>CONCLUSION<\/u><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Now that you have acquired information on pet cancer, we encourage you to spread awareness on one of the most not-so-conversed topics, i.e., pet cancer, to all the pet parents you know. Help someone detect cancer in the pet at the right time. 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