Cancer Archives – Top Dog Tips

Our Dogs’ DNA Carry Cancer Genes from Over 10,000 Years Ago

Samuel Walker, MSc - Aug 19, 2018

Today’s American dogs have the DNA of a cancer gene that apparently wiped out the ancient dogs that originally roamed the Americas. The history of...

Dog Science

How Dogs Help to Battle Cancer (in pets and humans)

Jackie Jurchenko, MSc - Aug 3, 2018

Dogs are an integral part in many of our lives. Using dogs to help us in the battle of cancer is an exciting prospect....

Dog News

Cancer Vaccine for Dogs Set for Clinical Trial with High Hopes

Rika Silva, MSc - Jun 29, 2018

Scientists are attempting to vaccinate 800 dogs, and if this potentially universal cancer cure would work in dogs, it might also work in humans. Researchers...

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Recipe: Homemade Dog Food for Cancer

Samantha Randall - Jun 24, 2018

Dogs with cancer need to eat a special diet that is easy for their body to digest. Their entire body is working overtime to help fight the disease, and they are weak. This homemade dog food for cancer is made with limited ingredients that are easy to digest.

Dog Health

Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs: Everything You Must Know

Rika Silva, MSc - Jan 5, 2018

Not something many pet owners know about, but if you've just heard about hemangiosarcoma in dogs, your dog may have been diagnosed with a...

Dog Care

10 Cancer Causing Foods for Dogs

Diana Beth Miller - Dec 6, 2017

Did you know that many popular dog food brands feature harmful, cancer causing ingredients? These ingredients are cost effective for manufacturers, but detrimental for...

Dog Health

Bone Cancer in Dogs: What It Means for Your Dog and...

Diana Beth Miller - Sep 24, 2017

Dogs are susceptible to many serious diseases just like humans. Some breeds are more predisposed to certain illnesses than others. Unfortunately, no matter what...

Dog News

Dogs Now Help Treat Cancer in Kids

Cody Griffin - Jul 21, 2017

Researchers are looking to dogs for help in finding better treatment options for cancer in humans – particularly, children. According to veterinary oncologist Dr....

Dog Health

8 Cancer-Causing Dog Products (And How to Avoid Them)

Diana Beth Miller - Oct 27, 2016

Just like humans, our pets are prone to all sorts of diseases, and we as pet parents always want to protect them from any pain or...

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8 Most Dog Friendly Hotels and Hotel Chains in the U.S.

Diana Beth Miller - Sep 23, 2018

No pet owner ever wants to leave their pets behind, but traveling with dogs can sometimes be complicated. This is especially true when attempting...

12 Complications That Develop When Ignoring Dog Dental Health

12 Complications That Develop When You Ignore Your Dog’s Dental Health

James Rhys Clarke - Sep 22, 2018

A dog's dental health is vital to the animal's overall wellness. Unfortunately, it’s common for veterinarians to encounter dogs with neglected dental health, as...

14 Best IKEA Dog Furniture Pieces and Other Items

Latasha Doyle - Sep 21, 2018

It's only fairly recently that the world’s favorite affordable flatpack furniture store began carrying pet-specific furniture, and a collective sigh of relief could be...

12 Horrifying Facts About the Lives of Laboratory Dogs

Shealee Norris - Sep 20, 2018

It’s no secret that many companies use animals, specifically dogs, for research and development. Pharmaceutical and cosmetic name brands are especially notorious for doing...

Senior Dog Adoption: Should You Be Worried?

Amy Downs - Sep 20, 2018

Adopting a dog is rarely a decision to be made lightly because it means taking on a great responsibility of caring for another being....

Muscle Atrophy in Dogs: Causes, Prevention and Treatments

Dana Brown, DVM - Sep 19, 2018

Muscle atrophy is a medical condition in which the mass of muscles deteriorates, sometimes in localized areas and other times affecting multiple. Signs of...

Should I Return My Dog - Few Things to Consider Before Making the Decision

Thinking of Returning Your Dog? Here’s What You Can Do Instead

Latasha Doyle - Sep 18, 2018

Having to return your adopted or rescued dog is never an easy decision, although sometimes it is simply necessary. According to ASPCA, among the...

18 Dangerous Dog Supplies That Owners Often Have Problems With

Diana Beth Miller - Sep 17, 2018

There are so many dog supplies on the market today designed to make your and your dog’s lives easier. Unfortunately, some of these products...

Double Coated Dogs and How to Groom Them

Katherine McKay - Sep 16, 2018

One of the first breeds that comes to mind when people hear about double coated dogs are Huskies. And while that’s a fitting response,...

4 Scientifically Proven Physical and Social Benefits of Owning a Dog

Kristina Jovellar, MSc - Sep 15, 2018

People have lived in the company of animals since the beginning of mankind, but it is only in the last decade that we have...

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