Episodes

Aggressive Dog Tumor? How Mitotic Index Reveals the Hidden Truth | Dr. Brooke Britton | Dr. Brooke Britton #274
Feb. 17, 2025

Aggressive Dog Tumor? How Mitotic Index Reveals the Hidden Truth | Dr. Brooke Britton | Dr. Brooke Britton #274

Discover how the mitotic index impacts your dog’s cancer diagnosis and treatment in this informative episode with veterinary oncologist Dr. Brooke Britton.
Is Radiation Therapy Dangerous for Dogs? The Truth from A Vet Tech | Jenny Fisher #273
Feb. 10, 2025

Is Radiation Therapy Dangerous for Dogs? The Truth from A Vet Tech | Jenny Fisher #273

Discover how radiation therapy helps dogs with cancer, what to expect during treatment, and tips for managing side effects in this in-depth episode.
Vet Made a Mistake? Why a Second Opinion in Dog Cancer Is So Valuable | Dr. David Vail #272
Feb. 3, 2025

Vet Made a Mistake? Why a Second Opinion in Dog Cancer Is So Valuable | Dr. David Vail #272

Confused by your dog’s cancer diagnosis? Dr. David Vail explains why second opinions are vital and how to get the best care for your beloved pet.
Why Is My Dog's Nose Bleeding? What to Do and When to Go the ER | Dr. Brooke Britton #271
Jan. 27, 2025

Why Is My Dog's Nose Bleeding? What to Do and When to Go the ER | Dr. Brooke Britton #271

Learn why nasal tumors bleed, how to manage nosebleeds in dogs, and when to visit the vet in this life-saving episode with Dr. Brooke Britton.
Decoding Dog Cancer Diagnosis: The Truth About Staging and Grading | Dr. Brooke Britton #270
Jan. 20, 2025

Decoding Dog Cancer Diagnosis: The Truth About Staging and Grading | Dr. Brooke Britton #270

How does cancer staging impact your dog’s treatment, and is it necessary? Dr. Britton breaks down staging and grading and explains why they matter in this vital episode.
Waiting for Breast Cancer Surgery? | Dr. Brooke Britton #269
Jan. 13, 2025

Waiting for Breast Cancer Surgery? | Dr. Brooke Britton #269

Is a week too long to wait for dog breast cancer surgery? Dr. Britton shares expert advice on tumors, surgery timing, and improving your dog’s comfort.
Make Your Dog Happier Today! Stress-Busting Tips for Dogs with and Without Cancer | Kate Basedow #268
Jan. 6, 2025

Make Your Dog Happier Today! Stress-Busting Tips for Dogs with and Without Cancer | Kate Basedow #268

Can a simple walk or 'sniffari' transform your dog’s health? Learn fun, surprising ways to boost your dog’s happiness— cancer or not!
Dog Massage: Gentle Hands, Healthy Dogs | Dr. Narda Robinson #267
Dec. 16, 2024

Dog Massage: Gentle Hands, Healthy Dogs | Dr. Narda Robinson #267

Canine massage is more than just petting … and may help in ways medications and even surgeries couldn’t!
Melanoma Vaccine for Oral Tumors: How It Works & When to Use It | Dr. Brooke Britton #266
Dec. 9, 2024

Melanoma Vaccine for Oral Tumors: How It Works & When to Use It | Dr. Brooke Britton #266

Does early detection really help with oral melanoma – and what are the best treatment options??
How Much Does Ultrasound for Dogs Cost and Other Answers | Dr. Adrienne Anderson #265
Dec. 2, 2024

How Much Does Ultrasound for Dogs Cost and Other Answers | Dr. Adrienne Anderson #265

Getting an ultrasound costs money. Is it worth it? This and many other questions are answered by Dr. Adrienne Anderson.
Can Surgery Cure Bladder Cancer in Dogs? | Brooke Britton, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) #264
Nov. 25, 2024

Can Surgery Cure Bladder Cancer in Dogs? | Brooke Britton, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) #264

Dr. Brooke Britton, a board-certified veterinary oncologist, joins us to answer a listener’s question about treating bladder cancer in dogs.
Are Vets Just After Your Money? A Cancer Mom Reveals the Surprising Truth | Dr. Lauren Barrow #263
Nov. 18, 2024

Are Vets Just After Your Money? A Cancer Mom Reveals the Surprising Truth | Dr. Lauren Barrow #263

Dr. Barrow treats dogs with cancer and has a child with a brain tumor. Her practical advice about financing cancer is filled with grace and hope.
How to Spot Cancer in Dogs Before It’s Too Late | Brooke Britton, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) #262
Nov. 11, 2024

How to Spot Cancer in Dogs Before It’s Too Late | Brooke Britton, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) #262

A listener’s call to remind us to prompt veterinarians to examine our anal gland exams generates a discussion about other early detection strategies.
Is It Time to Put My Dog Down? How to Let Go with Love | Dr. Dani McVety #261
Nov. 4, 2024

Is It Time to Put My Dog Down? How to Let Go with Love | Dr. Dani McVety #261

Wondering if your dog is in pain? Here’s how to tell if it's time for euthanasia or hospice care.
Is It Cancer? How to Handle Incidental Tumors in Dogs | Dr. Brooke Britton #260
Oct. 28, 2024

Is It Cancer? How to Handle Incidental Tumors in Dogs | Dr. Brooke Britton #260

A recent CT scan revealed a tumor in a dog’s stomach. Is it metastasis from an existing cancer, or does the listener’s dog have two cancers?
What Does a Vet Tech Do for Dogs with Cancer? | Jenny Fisher #259
Oct. 21, 2024

What Does a Vet Tech Do for Dogs with Cancer? | Jenny Fisher #259

Go behind the scenes with vet techs saving dogs from cancer — and meet Bear, the Labrador who defied the odds!
Dog Peeing in the House? Warning Signs of Bladder Cancer and What You Can Do | Lauren Barrow, DVM #258
Oct. 14, 2024

Dog Peeing in the House? Warning Signs of Bladder Cancer and What You Can Do | Lauren Barrow, DVM #258

Gloria’s call-in about how to help her dog with TCC spawns a conversation about early warning signs of bladder cancer in dogs.
Dog Cancer Causes Hiding In Your Home | Lauren Trepanier, DVM, Ph.D., DACVCP, DACVIM (SAIM) #257
Oct. 7, 2024

Dog Cancer Causes Hiding In Your Home | Lauren Trepanier, DVM, Ph.D., DACVCP, DACVIM (SAIM) #257

What if your home hides cancer risks for your dog? Discover the truth about pollution and animal health.
Old Dog Care Tips to Prevent Silent Suffering | Mary Gardner, DVM #256
Sept. 30, 2024

Old Dog Care Tips to Prevent Silent Suffering | Mary Gardner, DVM #256

Is your dog silently suffering? Uncover the hidden dangers of aging and learn how to give them the comfort they deserve in their final days.
What Is Plastic Made of and Other Terrifying Plastic Facts | Charlotte Hacker, MS, PhD #255
Sept. 16, 2024

What Is Plastic Made of and Other Terrifying Plastic Facts | Charlotte Hacker, MS, PhD #255

Plastics are filled with dangerous substances, and they impact our health and the health of our dogs.
Found a Lump on My Dog and Other Bad Signs | David Vail, DVM, MS, Dip. ACVIM (Oncology) #254
Sept. 2, 2024

Found a Lump on My Dog and Other Bad Signs | David Vail, DVM, MS, Dip. ACVIM (Oncology) #254

Is that lump on your dog cancer? Don’t wait to find out. Early detection literally saves lives.
A Dog Nutritionist on Dog Cancer Diets and More | Lindsey Bullen, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition) #253
Aug. 19, 2024

A Dog Nutritionist on Dog Cancer Diets and More | Lindsey Bullen, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition) #253

Can the right diet be medicine for a dog with cancer? This veterinary nutritionist says “yes.”
Dog Surgery Recovery Guide for Dog Owners | Kate Basedow, LVT #252
Aug. 5, 2024

Dog Surgery Recovery Guide for Dog Owners | Kate Basedow, LVT #252

It’s critical that you know how to care for your dog in the first days and weeks after surgery.
Dog Surgery Day! Essential Tips for Dog Owners | Kate Basedow, LVT #251
July 29, 2024

Dog Surgery Day! Essential Tips for Dog Owners | Kate Basedow, LVT #251

The day of dog surgery is super stressful. Here’s how to be organized and thorough.