Your Dog Wants You To Know This!

For many episodes, I have been able to share the voices, thoughts, stories, and research of some of the most respected and inspiring individuals in the veterinary community. I am so thankful and honored that I had that opportunity, and I highly encourage you to listen to all previous episodes you might have missed or skipped.   This episode is the last one on my calendar (at least for now) as I shift to focus my time and energy on my new online oncology consulting service called Vet Cancer Consultants!   This is a decision that I had a hard time with because I love being able to learn alongside you through each episode. I hope to return to it at some point, but in the meantime, I’d love for you to keep the podcast alive by sharing it!   I encourage you to check out my new consulting service, www.vetcancerconsultants.com, reach out to me with any questions you have, and as always, continue learning! Full show notes for all episodes are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/your-dog-wants-you-to-know-this Don’t forget to stay connected with me on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy.

Today on the show we’re going to be talking about a difficult but important topic: the high frequency of suicide in the veterinary profession.    This might come as a bit of a surprise to you if you’re not in the veterinary field, so I wanted to make this episode to increase awareness and talk a little bit about what's being done in the community to support vets and vet staff, talk about why this is happening, and give you some resources that might be helpful.    To help us navigate this topic, we are joined by Dr. Carrie Jurney.    Dr. Jurney is a board-certified veterinary neurologist and owner of Jurney Veterinary Neurology, providing neurology services to the San Francisco Bay Area. She is also the current president of NOMV (Not One More Vet), a 501c3 organization that provides financial and professional mental health support to veterinarians and veterinary staff in need.   Dr. Jurney cares so much about this topic, as you’ll hear in the episode, so I knew she would be the perfect person to help us understand what’s going on.    If you need to know that you’re not alone, or you want to help someone else feel less alone, please join us for this episode.    Resources Mentioned:  www.nomv.org www.jurneyvetneuro.com www.facebook.com/groups/NOMVet www.qprinstitute.com National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255   Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-42   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

What does diabetes look like in dogs? How does it compare to humans?    These are some of the questions that we are going to address today as we talk all about diabetes in dogs with Dr. Ayeley Okine.    We’ll be covering what a diabetic dog looks like, what canine diabetes is, what predisposing risk factors are, how we make a diagnosis, how we monitor to make sure treatment is working, what treatment looks like, and what the prognosis is.    Diabetes takes up about 25% of Dr. Okine’s caseload, so it's pretty common and definitely important to talk about.    Dr. Ayeley Okine is a board-certified veterinary internist. She is a graduate of Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, she practices at Sage Veterinary Centers in the San Francisco Bay Area, and she has a strong professional interest in immune-mediated blood disease and gastrointestinal disease.    Join us to find out what to do if your dog gets a diabetes diagnosis!   Resources Mentioned: Dr. Okine's YouTube Channel    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-41   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Do you worry about how to handle the emotional challenges that come with losing a pet?    Today we have Dr. Katherine Goldberg back for a second episode, and you are in good hands when it comes to discussing these issues.    We’re covering some heavy topics today but ones that I think are really important to talk through. These are things like end-of-life decision making, preparing for the loss of a pet, how to talk to a child about it, how to support another dog in the household when a pet is dying, and how to support yourself after the loss of a pet.   I know it’s not the most fun to talk about, but I do feel that the more you can prepare for it properly, the better you can handle the difficult experience when it comes.    Dr. Katherine Goldberg, DVM, LMSW, is a veterinarian and social worker. She pursued her LMSW at Syracuse University after recognizing the significant human needs that arise in medical environments – for both family members of seriously ill patients, and medical team members themselves. A 2004 graduate of Cornell’s College of Veterinary Medicine, she has been instrumental in developing the field of palliative medicine in veterinary environments. She is grateful to have found a “home” in the social work profession, where social justice and the dignity and worth of each individual are core values.   If you need some help dealing with the loss of a pet, or preparing for it in the future, this is a great episode for you.    Resources Mentioned: www.petcaregiverburden.com Dr. Dan Siegel's Healthy Mind Platter UTenn Veterinary Social Work UTenn Veterinary Social Work Helpline The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement Dr. Goldberg's Website and Book Recommendations www.childdevelopmentinfo.com  How To Talk To Kids About The Death Of A Pet   Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-40   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

How do you deal with taking on the role of pet caregiver?   We are lucky to have Dr. Katherine Goldberg who is a veterinarian and social worker with us for two episodes.  On today's episode we are talking about caregiver burden and pet owner self-care.   When a dog is diagnosed with cancer or another serious illness, the focus is typically on them. What can we do to make them feel better? What can we do to help them? What can we do to extend their life?    Amongst all of that, we often forget about ourselves. We are not taking care of our emotional health or even our physical health sometimes. That can really take a toll on a pet parent.   We're going to cover how to care for yourself so you can take the best care of your dog, how to deal with guilt, how to deal with the stress of the illness and more.   If you are suffering from this now or know someone who is, this is a really helpful episode.   Resources Mentioned: www.petcaregiverburden.com Dr. Dan Siegel's Healthy Mind Platter UTenn Veterinary Social Work UTenn Veterinary Social Work Helpline The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement Dr. Goldberg's Website and Book Recommendations www.childdevelopmentinfo.com  How To Talk To Kids About The Death Of A Pet   Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-39   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Do you know what to do if your dog gets nauseous?   In this episode, we are covering everything that you need to know as a pet parent about nausea. This episode is helpful whether or not your dog is going through chemotherapy.    Any dog is likely to experience nausea at some point in their life, so there’s a lot you should know even if your dog is healthy.    We're covering signs, causes and best treatments for nausea as well as what you need to know about chemotherapy related nausea.   This is a really valuable episode, so don’t miss it.    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-38   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

What is a seizure? What does a seizure look like? What are the most common causes of seizures? How do we treat each one?   There are a lot of questions around this, so neurosurgeon Dr. Ane Uriarte is here to answer them!   Dr. Ane Uriarte Dip ECVN MRCVS DVM is a neurosurgeon and neurologist who treats neurological conditions in dogs, cats, and other animals at Foster Hospital for Small Animals.    First, we are breaking down the difference between a seizure and a fainting episode because they are very commonly confused.    Then we are talking about Dr. Uriarte’s app that not only helps owners keep track of their dogs medications but it keeps track of their dog seizures and allows owners to get their dog seizures on video. It is also being used for research purposes so we are able to learn more about epilepsy in dogs.    At the end of the episode, we talk about how she recently repurposed a surgical technique which relieves pain from Chiari-like Malformation in dogs.    Whether your dog has seizures or you want to know the signs, tune in to this episode.    Resources Mentioned: www.canineseizures.org   https://www.southfields.co.uk/our-team/neurology-team Follow @ane.neuro on Instagram Subscribe to Ane Uriarte's YouTube Channel   Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-37   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

You might have heard about a link that has been found between certain diets and a type of heart disease in dogs called DCM or dilated cardiomyopathy.    Despite the fact that this link has been found across at least 7 publications and 1,100 cases, pet food companies still want us to believe that these diets are safe for dogs.    Dr. Josh Stern is here to explain the controversy and share his research findings. He’s also sharing some of his new research with pharmacogenetics.   Dr. Josh Stern DVM, PhD (Genetics), DACVIM (Cardiology) is chief of the UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital's cardiology service and has authored or co-authored more than 80 publications. He runs the Stern Cardiac Genetics lab at Davis, where he's already had significant breakthroughs and contributions to science.   If you want to know more about what to feed your dog be sure to tune in!    Resources Mentioned: Stern Translational Cardiac Genetics and Pharmacogenomics Laboratory  UC Davis Veterinary Medicine: UC Davis Investigates Link Between Dog Diets and Deadly Heart Disease  FDA Investigation into Potential Link between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy  WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee: Recommendations on Selecting Pet Foods    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-36   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

We're always looking for easier ways to detect cancer earlier. It gives our patients the opportunity for better prognoses.    Today we're talking about one of the new ways to detect cancer early. It's called the Nu.Q Cancer Screening Test, and it was developed by a joint effort from a company called Volition and Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine.   Joining me today is Dr. Heather Robles, who led the research at Texas A&M in order to make this test possible.    Dr. Heather Robles is a board-certified veterinary oncologist and Chief Medical Officer of Volition Veterinary Diagnostics Development. She is also the Professor of Oncology at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, along with the Assistant Department Head of Research and the Dr. Fred A. and Vola N. Palmer Chair in Comparative Oncology.    Join us as we spread the word about this test and answer as many questions as we can in this episode.    Resources Mentioned: Volition Veterinary - Nu.Q Cancer Screening Test  Texas A&M GI Lab - Sample Processing/Collection Information    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-35   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy

I know how important it is to you to be prepared with the best tools for your pets, so today I am equipping you with some of the resources that I believe will help you with that.   This episode is going to be a little bit different than usual because I am sharing eight different resources that I think you should know about as a dog owner!   Some of these will be helpful if you have a healthy pet without any diseases or conditions, and some of them will be helpful if your pet has been diagnosed with a disease or condition.    There is something for everyone in this episode, so I am sure you will learn something new!   Resources Mentioned: PubMed - Search scientific studies  Orthopedic Foundation for Animals: Browse By Breed - See what genetic diseases/conditions your breed should be screened for Orthopedic Foundation for Animals: Breed Statistics - See how likely each condition is for each breed Memorial Sloan Kettering: Search About Herbs - Research interactions and uses of different herbs  Canine Cancer Academy: Finding Clinical Trials For Your Dog - Search for available clinical trials  www.vetspecialists.com - Find a veterinary specialist Colorado State Argus Institute Counseling and Support Services - Get support after a difficult diagnosis  Podcast Episode 27: Raising Our Standards For Your Dog's Quality of Life w/ Dr. Page Yaxley - Get information about hospice and palliative care www.pethospice.com - Get information about hospice and palliative care The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement - Get support after pet loss  The Canine Cancer Academy - Access canine cancer and health articles, podcasts, and guides   Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-34   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Remember back in Episode 2 when we talked about the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study? Well, today I have some more golden retriever goodness for you.    My guest for you today is Dr. Erin Hales. She has a PhD in Animal Science from the University of California, Davis, and she is currently a postdoctoral fellow at the Morris Animal Foundation where she is leading their Golden Oldies study.   The Golden Oldies Study is a sister study to the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study with the goal of trying to figure out why some golden retrievers live to old age (more than 12 years old) and why some succumb to cancer at an earlier age.    She's going to talk all about the study, refresh your memory about the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, tell you how you can participate in the Golden Oldies Study if you'd like to and share her passion for research. She is also reviewing all the ways that the Morris Animal Foundation is helping animals all around the world.   Tune in to find out how these studies are helping us to understand cancer and so much more in Golden Retrievers.   Resources Mentioned: Apply for your dog to be a Golden Oldie - Golden Oldies Contact Form | Morris Animal Foundation  Join the Newsletter - Stay Connected | Morris Animal Foundation    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-33 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Today we are talking about diarrhea.   I know it isn’t the most glamorous topic, but it is an important one. We don’t want our dogs to get it, but when they do, we want to get to the bottom of what’s causing it.    Here to share her knowledge on the subject is Dr. Ayeley Okine, a board certified veterinary internist. She is a graduate of Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, she practices at Sage Veterinary Centers in the San Francisco Bay Area, and she has a strong professional interest in immune-mediated blood disease and gastrointestinal disease.    Dr. Okine is going to talk us through different causes, different treatments, how we make a diagnosis, and when we should or should not be concerned for our dogs.    Whether you have a dog with diarrhea or you just want to be prepared, this episode for you.    If you're interested in learning more about canine cancer, you can get a free canine cancer fact guide over on my website, www.caninecanceracademy.com. Scroll to the bottom and you can download your free guide right there! I hope you enjoy it.    Resources Mentioned: Dr. Okine's YouTube Channel  SAGE Veterinary Centers    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-32   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Did you know that there are multiple variations of lymphoma and leukemia?    Today we’re talking about the many faces of lymphoma and leukemia. These diseases can look like many things. Some are more aggressive than others, so having an exact diagnosis is key.    To walk us through that and help us understand it, we are joined by Dr. Anne Avery.    Dr. Avery received her V.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. in Immunology from Cornell University. She was a post-doctorate fellow at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, and is currently a professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology & Pathology at Colorado State University as well as the Director of the Clinical Immunology Laboratory.   We’re covering things like what variations exist, what they look like, how they might be diagnosed and why an accurate diagnosis is so important.   Tune in to find out more about these diseases!   Resources Mentioned: CSU Clinical Immunology Laboratory    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-31   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever felt like you didn’t know exactly what to ask your care provider when your dog got sick? If so, you are not alone.    This is a common concern that I hear over and over again, so I made a question list for you!   In this episode, we’ll first cover questions about diagnosis and treatment. We will also go over how to express your desires and expectations to your care provider so you have a better chance of getting the outcome that you are looking for.    Most of these questions can be helpful no matter what condition your pet is going through, so I really hope you find this helpful whether your pet has cancer or any other diagnosis.   If you want to feel more confident and prepared after a diagnosis, this episode is for you.    Resources Mentioned: www.caninecanceracademy.com/25-questions   Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-30   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

What would happen if your general practitioner or oncologist had an emergency and you couldn't get in touch with them?   If your dog was feeling sick or really needed a medication refill, would you know what to do or where to go?   Some oncology clinics or general practitioner offices actually had to close for two weeks during COVID.   These are the types of things that we’re dealing with more frequently right now, so I want to make sure that you are as prepared as possible for a similar scenario.   In this episode, I’m walking you through a four-step plan and a list of recommendations that will help you prepare in the case that you don’t have access to your general practitioner or oncologist.    I’m also sharing some questions for you to ask your care provider so that your dog can receive continuous care throughout that time.   If you don’t have an emergency care plan for your dog, this episode is for you.    Full show notes and links mentioned in the episode are available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-29   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Does our environment increase our risk of cancer?    This is the question that today’s guest, Dr. Lauren Trepanier, is working to answer and understand more fully.    I’m very excited to have her on the podcast to talk all about translational medicine.   Dr. Trepanier will be helping us to learn more about how to decrease cancer risk or why our dogs might have gotten cancer in the first place.   Dr. Trepanier is a professor of internal medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine.  She’s assistant dean for clinical and translational research, has a PhD in pharmacology and she is board certified in both veterinary internal medicine and clinical pharmacology.    Stay tuned for a fascinating episode about how we hope to reduce the risk of cancer for dogs and people.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-28 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever considered hospice care for your pet? Did you even know that's an option?    Today we're going to be talking all about palliative and hospice care. And even if you think you might know what it is, I can assure you there will be at least one or two surprises in today's episode.    It's an important and growing area of veterinary medicine, with the goal of helping your dog have more good days. Today's guest, Dr. Page Yaxley, talks about what makes a palliative and hospice care specialist different from your veterinarian or oncologist.    Dr. Page Yaxley is a board-certified criticalist and an assistant professor in the small animal emergency and critical care department at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Page is a founding member and the co-president of the Veterinary Society for Hospice and Palliative Care, the first hospice organization exclusively for veterinarians. She also teaches end-of-life care and communication and has received many teaching awards.   If you're interested in learning more about how we can make our pets more comfortable at the end of their lives, tune in to this special episode.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-27 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Do you worry about what would happen if your dog were to get a cancer diagnosis?    I want to try to make it a little less scary and help you understand your options in certain situations.    It can be incredibly difficult to figure out if you should treat your dog's cancer or another serious disease. And if you decide yes, how do you even begin to determine what treatment is best for your dog or your family? It's a lot to think about.    This episode is all about thinking through those decisions and how an oncologist can help you through that process.    If you want to feel a little more empowered to handle a difficult diagnosis, I've got your back.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-26   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Today we’re talking about how epigenetics could be used to prevent cancer.    We’re not there yet, but the hope is that with enough research, it’s something that we can expect in the future.    We are in good hands today with Dr. Jeff Bryan, Professor of Veterinary Oncology and Faculty Research Lead in Nex Gen Precision Health at the University of Missouri. Dr. Bryan’s specialty is epigenetics.    That word might sound familiar to you, or it might sound completely foreign. In a nutshell, epigenetics is how our experiences affect our DNA. That could be stress, emotional events, foods, environment, exercise, toxic exposures, etc.    What makes this topic so incredibly interesting is that if we can capture, test, and identify some of the epigenetic changes that are associated with specific types of cancer, like lymphoma, then we might be able to reverse them with certain medications or supplements and prevent that cancer from occurring in a specific dog.    That is the focus of a lot of Dr. Bryan’s research, and he’s breaking it all down for us in this episode.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-25   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Do you worry about knowing when to call your vet and when it’s nothing to worry about? Should you call your vet right away or wait and see if things continue?    Today we are talking about 10 early signs of cancer. By the end of this episode you’ll have a better idea about what symptoms you might want to get checked out to help you make an early diagnosis.     The earlier we catch cancer, the better prognosis we can give our dogs which is why it's so important that we know what we’re looking for.    I'll go through 10 signs of cancer and tell you how you can make an early diagnosis.   This episode will open your eyes so you can understand what changes to look for in your dog and when it might be time to call your vet.  The best thing you can do for your pet is to be knowledgeable and proactive should something ever come up. I hope you enjoy today’s special solo episode!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-24 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

We’ve had a lot of specialists join us on the podcast, but do you actually know how to work with a specialist?    This is a solo episode all about when and why to see a specialist. I’m going to answer questions about how to make an appointment to see a specialist, how to find a specialist and what type of specialist you should see.   These are all very normal questions to have, so hopefully, we can clear some of those things for you today.   If you think you might want to work with a specialist but don't know how, or you’d just like to know a bit more about them, this episode is a great one to tune in to!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-23   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you been curious about the effects that cannabinoids, CBD, hemp and similar products have on animals? We’re covering all of it in this episode with my special guest Dr. Dawn Boothe.   Dawn is a board certified veterinary internal medicine specialist and clinical pharmacologist. She also has a PhD in clinical pharmacology and is a professor at Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine. In today’s episode, Dawn shares everything you need to know about cannabinoids. She’s going to clear up some misconceptions about what we know, what we don't know, and how we can figure out if what we're giving our pet is reaching therapeutic drug levels in the blood. We’ll be covering how cannabinoids can help with pain and also a few things to keep in mind and be aware of. This week’s episode is going to be helpful for not only dog owners, but also veterinarians.  I found this topic very interesting and educational so I hope you join us for it!  Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-22 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever wondered what you’d do if your dog swallowed something they weren’t supposed to?   Fear not!    Today we're talking with Dr. Tina Wismer,  a board-certified veterinary toxicologist and senior director of the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.   She is sharing everything you need to know about what to do if your dog ingests something that they're not supposed to. She’s covering how the poison control center can help you figure out what steps to take, what information you need to tell them when you get on the phone, and she highlights what an amazing resource the Poison Control Center is.   We’re covering the top 10 toxicities that dog owners call the Poison Control Center for, as well as how much a dog needs to ingest for it to be a problem, and what the consequences are of a dog ingesting too much of one of them.    This is a really important discussion, so I hope you’ll join us for it!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-21 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

We’re back for Part 2 of our discussion with Dr. Kendra Pope.    In case you need a re-cap, Kendra is a board-certified veterinary oncologist and is also certified in veterinary acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, veterinary food therapy, and Tui-na.    Last week we discussed nutrition, misconceptions, and the safety of herbs and supplements.    Today we’re going to dive even deeper into choosing a safe supplement, how to know if it's reliable, and different types of clinical trials going on right now.   Both episodes with Kendra are definitely worth listening to, so if you didn’t catch it, be sure to go back and listen to last week’s episode too!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-20   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you heard terms like “integrative,” “alternative,” or “holistic” medicine and wondered what they actually mean?   Today we’re joined by Dr. Kendra Pope, an integrative oncologist who can tell us all about it.    There are only a few people in the whole world who have the training Kendra has. She’s a board-certified veterinary oncologist, but she's also certified in veterinary acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, veterinary food therapy, and Tui-na.    I wanted to get her on the podcast because I know that there’s a huge interest in integrative medicine right now. Some people also call this holistic or alternative medicine, so Kendra will explain the differences in this episode.    We’re lucky enough to have her on the podcast for the next two episodes to really explain in detail how these treatments work, the thought process behind establishing a successful protocol, as well as the goals of treatment. We’re talking about this for cancer patients and other chronic diseases.    In today’s episode, Kendra discusses how nutrition plays a role in her treatment, misconceptions that are really important to be aware of, as well as how she ensures that the herbs and supplements that she prescribes are as safe as possible.   If you want to learn more about how we can treat cancer beyond just surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, make sure to tune in!     Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-19   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Do you have a new puppy or you're thinking about getting one but don't know how to train one? You've come to the right place.    Today we're talking all things puppies!    On today's show we cover puppy socialization, how to decrease the chance of them developing bad behaviors, correcting bad behaviors if you notice them forming, and how to make them into good citizens that fit into your family.   There's been a huge puppy explosion over the last six months, so I think this is the perfect opportunity to have my special guest, Dr. Melissa Bain on the podcast to help you integrate your puppy into your life and your family.   Melissa is a professor of Clinical Animal Behavior at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine and is board-certified in both veterinary behavior and veterinary welfare.    If you want your puppy to grow into a well-behaved dog, tune in to find out what you need to be doing for the best chance of success!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-18   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Did you know that allergies are actually pretty common in dogs?   Today's episode is all about dermatology, specifically allergies, which can have a huge impact on a dog's quality of life.    Allergies are incredibly common in dogs, but many owners don't realize that their dogs have them. It's something that we really want to get better at identifying, because when allergies are appropriately diagnosed and treated, dogs are significantly more comfortable, and you can make fewer trips to the vet.    Today’s special guest is Dr. Jennifer Schissler who is an assistant professor of dermatology at the Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine.    We will be covering how to learn about the signs of allergies as well as how to diagnose and treat them.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-17   Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Today I want to give the spotlight to radiologists!   Radiologists tend to be behind the scenes in veterinary practice. Pet owners don’t really go to visit them, but they are a really important part of veterinary practice.    So let’s find out more about what they do and why they’re so important from board-certified veterinary radiologist, Dr. Chelsea Kunst.    Dr. Kunst practices tele-radiology at home with her three crazy dogs and performs ultrasounds for veterinary specialty hospitals near her home.    She is going to talk to us today about how we use radiologists, how they help us in our everyday practice, and best practices going into radiology.   If you want to learn about what radiology can do for our pets, this will be a great episode to tune in to!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-16 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever heard that kibble causes cancer? Or that certain foods can treat cancer?    Dr. Jennifer Larsen is back for part II of this series to help us separate fact from fiction as far as nutrition and cancer are concerned.    Dr. Larsen is a Board-Certified Veterinary Clinical Nutritionist at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.   Last week we covered general nutrition, and this week we’re covering diets for cancer patients, supplements, as well as pre and probiotics.    This is Part II of a two-part nutrition series, so if you haven't listened to last week's episode, I would love for you to do that after you finish this one.   As you probably know, the internet is quick to tell us that kibble causes cancer and that many canine diets can prevent cancer or help in cancer treatment. So the question is...is this true? That’s what we’re going to answer today.   If you’ve been confused about what is and is not safe to feed your dog, be sure to tune in!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-15 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

If there's one question that most dog owners struggle with, it's “what should I feed my dog?” or “what is the best food out there?”   Well, to help sift through the mayhem and bring us the facts is Dr. Jennifer Larsen. She can tell us what the science says vs. what we might think, or what a food company might want us to believe.    Dr. Larsen is a Board-Certified Veterinary Clinical Nutritionist at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.   Luckily for us, she's going to be here for two episodes! In this episode we'll cover general nutrition, and next week we'll cover cancer supplements and pre/probiotics. Be sure to come back here next week to catch Part II.    I know you love your dog and want to feed your dog the best type of food, so we're going to clear up some misconceptions and find out a lot of really helpful information from Dr. Larsen today.   Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-14 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

How do you treat a dog when no options seem viable? For some of you, Dr. Bill Culp might have an answer.    His goal is to improve the quality of life and extend the life of his patients by discovering new ways to use interventional radiology. What am I talking about? Don’t worry, we’ll cover it all in today’s episode.    The cases that get referred to Dr. Culp are typically those that have had tumors that we just don't otherwise have a lot of hope for. The tumors are either too large for surgery, don't respond well to chemo, don’t respond well to radiation, or a combination of all three.    Dr. Culp is doing not only exciting, but also really important work. Today he is sharing the results of his work so far, his current clinical trials, and also talking about what he's most excited for in the next few years.   Join us to find out what interventional radiology is and how it’s bringing hope to previously hopeless cases.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-13 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever heard hemangiosarcoma referred to as a death sentence? Well, turns out that might not be entirely true.    Today’s guest, Dr. Erin Dickerson, is here to talk to us about her research into increasing the survival rate for dogs with hemangiosarcoma. And let me tell you, she makes the future look bright!    Hemangiosarcoma is cancer that commonly occurs in the spleen of dogs and unfortunately is usually diagnosed pretty late in the game. Even with treatment, it has a pretty poor prognosis of maybe four to six months with surgery and chemotherapy. I would love to be able to diagnose this disease earlier and have better treatment options for these patients.   Today, Dr. Dickerson is going to talk to us about the latest developments, current trials, what the next few years might look like, and give us some hope for the future.   Join us to find out how new research is bringing hope to dogs and owners facing a hemangiosarcoma diagnosis.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-12 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever wondered why physical therapy is standard for people but not for dogs? Or what options are actually out there for dogs?   I’m joined by Dr. Denis Marcellin-Little to discuss why physical therapy is standard for people that have been injured and undergone surgery, but not yet standard in veterinary medicine, even though there are many dogs that could benefit from it.    Dr. Marcellin-Little has been a pioneer in his fields for decades, he is board certified in small animal surgery and sports medicine, and is currently a professor in orthopedic surgery at UC Davis.    Today on the podcast, we'll discuss physical therapy, the use of prosthetics and orthotics, and which dogs are the best candidates. Dr. Marcellin-Little has some really valuable insights into what care is appropriate for what dogs, and how it can actually be more of a challenge for us as owners than for our pets. He’s also sharing the latest in tech for the creation of prosthetics, including the development of 3D printing.   You’re not going to want to miss this opportunity to sit down with someone who has all the answers to your questions about physical therapy, prosthetics, and orthotics, so don’t go anywhere!  Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-11 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever thought about how your dog’s vision might differ from yours?    We often assume that our dogs are very similar to us, and in some ways they are, but they can also have very different needs from us.    Today we’re having a fascinating conversation with Dr. Freya Mowat all about our dogs’ eyes. Did you know that dogs don’t see as many colors as us? But they don’t only see in black and white! That’s actually a myth. Did you know that they can see better than us at nighttime? Or that you can actually test your dog’s vision at home? Dr. Mowat is here to teach you all about that and more. We’re myth-busting, breaking down misconceptions, and shaking off assumptions that we make about our pets.    Dr. Mowat is here to talk all about canine vision and how it differs from our vision, as well as her research on aging in dogs and how that affects their vision. She’s also sharing some important info about SARDS as a leading cause of blindness in dogs and vision aids that can really be helpful for dogs that have lost their vision.    If you’re interested in learning more about your dog’s vision, be sure to tune in to this episode!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-10 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

If you’ve ever wondered what resources are out there for dogs with heart disease, Dr. Brian Sutherland has answers for you.    Dr. Brian Sutherland is a Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon who completed a Cardiac Surgery Fellowship at Colorado State University and a surgical residency at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is currently Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. His clinical specialties are minimally invasive surgery, thoracic surgery, degenerative heart disease, and congenital heart disease.    My goal with this podcast is always to bring you the latest from all corners of veterinary medicine, and today we're talking about heart surgery. Specifically, surgery to fix congenital heart conditions and mitral valve disease. Mitral valve disease is actually one of the more common heart conditions in dogs, and at this point is almost exclusively treated with medication. But today, we're bringing you the surgery option.    We’re talking risks, benefits, symptoms, other treatments, and more. Stay tuned!    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-9 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Do you think of arthritis as a disease in old dogs? Would you be shocked if I told you that it actually starts in young dogs? Well, you’re not the only one.    Today’s special guest, Dr. Duncan Lascelles, is going to teach us how to recognize the signs of osteoarthritis in young dogs, so that we can give them the best possible care and quality of life. He’s going to talk all about pain in dogs, both chronic pain from arthritis and also cancer pain. I hope you’re ready to learn something new!    Dr. Lascelles is a professor in Small Animal Surgery and Pain Management at NC State. He has a Ph.D. in pain. He did his surgical residency at Cambridge and a surgical oncology fellowship at Colorado State University. He is the only person I know that's board certified not just by the American College of Visionary Surgeons, but also by the Royal Veterinary College and the European College.   If you, like me, are invested in reducing pain in dogs and improving their quality of life, be sure to catch this episode!   Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-8 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Don’t we all want our dogs to be comfortable and have the best quality of life possible?   Keeping their teeth and gums healthy is a big, but often overlooked, part of that.    Today, we are joined by Dr. Chris Snyder from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, and we are talking all things teeth. We'll learn about how to care for our dog's teeth, an online resource for effective dental products, signs of oral pain to be on the lookout for, why tennis balls are bad for toys, anesthesia-free dentals, and much more.   Dr. Chris Snyder is joining us from Madison, Wisconsin. He is a board-certified veterinary dentist, a clinical associate professor at the University of Wisconsin, and a founding fellow of oral and maxillofacial surgery with the American Veterinary Dental College.   If you've ever wanted the opportunity to hear from a board-certified veterinary dentist, now's your chance! Be sure to tune in.     Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-7 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy 

Have you ever wondered when we will finally understand the science we need to beat cancer?    Well today’s guest on the podcast, Dr. Stephen Johnston, has some fascinating research to share with us about preventing cancer in dogs, and hopefully humans.    Stephen Johnston is the director for the Center for Innovations in Medicine (CIM), a Professor in the School of Life Sciences, and Director of the Biological Design Graduate Program at The Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University. He has authored over 150 journal articles, has over 20 patents, and even developed a gene gun which delivers the melanoma vaccine.   Today he’s talking to us about one of his main projects, cancer eradication and the development of  a universal preventative cancer vaccine. He’s bringing us up to date on his Vaccination Against Canine Cancer Study and how you might be able to help.    If you want to find out how you could be part of changing the future of cancer prevention, make sure you tune in to this episode.    Show notes available at www.caninecanceracademy.com/podcast-ep-6 Don’t forget to say hello on Instagram @thecaninecaneracademy and on Facebook Canine Cancer Academy

Welcome back to Your Dog Wants You To Know This! Today we are excited to have Melissa Bain, DVM, DACVB, MS, DACAW, professor of Clinical Animal Behavior at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. She is board-certified in both veterinary behavior and veterinary welfare. She also has a Master’s degree in advanced clinical research and is a past president of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior.   We are going to dig into anxiety, aggression and why dogs eat feces. When it comes to a dog with generalized anxiety, the best thing a behaviorist can do is manage the expectations of an owner and determine what really needs to be addressed versus what an owner might want to see.   In this episode we’ll cover: The owner’s perception of anxiety vs. the behaviorist’s Managing an owner’s expectations for their pet Behavioral medications for dogs with generalized anxiety Prioritizing needs vs. wants Managing feces-eating behavior Not all dogs are anxious, but they all can experience anxiety. This episode is full of interesting information about the latest studies on medications, best practices for a usually calm dog experiencing anxiety, and why dogs seem so interested in eating poop that you won’t want to miss.    If you’re loving what you’re learning on this podcast every week – Please subscribe, rate and review it by heading to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Website: https://www.caninecanceracademy.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaninecanceracademy/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninecanceracademy/ American College of Veterinary Behaviorists: https://www.dacvb.org Find a Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist: https://www.dacvb.org/search/custom.asp?id=4709 2020 Veterinary Behavior Symposium: https://www.dacvb.org/page/symposium Decoding Your Dog: https://www.amazon.com/Decoding-Your-Dog-Explaining-Behaviors/dp/0544334604 Decoding Your Cat: (Coming Soon!)

Welcome back to Your Dog Wants You To Know This! Today we are lucky to have Dr. Bernard Séguin, DVM, MS, dip ACVS, ACVS Founding Fellow, Surgical Oncology, Professor of Surgical Oncology at the Flint Animal Cancer Center at Colorado State University.   We are going to dig into what surgical oncology is, how attitudes in surgical oncology are shifting, and what the latest advances in surgical oncology are, including some special information that hasn’t even been published yet. Dr. Bernard Séguin will also share the best recommendations for the outcome of your dog’s canine cancer.   In this episode we’ll cover: New approaches to mast cell tumors including proportional margins (not yet published)  Only about 200 Surgical Oncologist Worldwide with the title. We’re not going to do what’s best for me, we’re going to do what’s best for the patient. Making a comprehensive plans for canine cancer patients with other specialists involved to determine the best route for each specific case. Having the owner be a part of the team in decision making. What is right for one dog in a family, may not be the same as the same kind of canine cancer of a dog in another family. Limb Sparing; preserving the function of limbs for dogs with bone tumors (Osteosarcoma). Amputation is an option, but for some families that is not acceptable so limb-sparing comes into play. New techniques to reconstruct the limb, using 3-D printing technology. Making implants specific for each dog. This is still is testing but long-term goals are to decrease complications, make the dog more resistant to infection, make them biodegradable and more. Dogs that have amputation verses the limb sparing have generally the same survival rate. Around 50% with a limb spare will have an infection. The big picture of surgical oncology is changing. Not every dog needs the big surgery and they’re now finding ways to control the tumors without doing those big surgeries. New evidence that will be published soon on the effects of Prednisone (a chemo-therapy drug for some forms of cancer). This has been highly controversial in our field. Prednisone does not change the grade of the tumor. If your dog has a mass or small tumor, DON’T WAIT! It’s not a life or death emergency now, but you don’t know if it’s benign or malignant. Get a sample taken of the mass, the longer you wait, the more difficult the tumor could be and the less likely it can be cured. Knowledge is power. VIN and Oquendo Courses available.   Dr. Bernard Séguin attended the University of Montreal of Veterinary School. He became fascinated with surgery during a Summer Externship and continued to learn more as in Intern at the University if Illinois. He went on to do general practice and completing his residency, and wanted to continue learning and ended up at Colorado State University in the Surgical Oncology Fellowship program. This was his life changing moment, he has been in academia ever since. His focus became surgical oncology in cancer.   If you’re loving what you’re learning on this podcast every week – Please subscribe, rate and review it by heading to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Website: https://www.caninecanceracademy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaninecanceracademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninecanceracademy/   CE Opportunities & Other Course Information: VIN Courses: https://www.vin.com/ce/ The Oquendo Center Course: https://www.viticusgroup.org/wvc-academy  Veterinary Surgical Oncology Textbook: https://www.amazon.com/Veterinary-Surgical-Oncology-Simon-Kudnig/dp/0813805422/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=surgical+oncology+veterinary&qid=1594772741&sr=8-1

Welcome back to Your Dog Wants You To Know This! Today we’re digging in to Radiation Therapy. We’re going to discuss treating cancer, stimulating the immune system and relieving pain for your furry family members.   Did you know that certain types of radiation therapy can actually stimulate the immune system to kill cancer cells, or that one of the main uses for it in veterinary medicine is to improve quality of life and decrease the bone pain associated with cancer?   Today, I’m very excited to have Dr. Keara Boss, DVM, DACVR, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology at the Flint Animal Cancer Center at Colorado State University. She’s going to share with us what radiation therapy can offer today and also what we're excited about for the near future.   In this episode we’ll cover: Clear up common misconceptions about radiation therapy. Discuss how radiation works. Discuss how radiation can help dogs with cancer. Discuss recent advances and ongoing research and clinical trials. We discuss the different types of radiation and how each is valuable in oncology Learn how radiation can actually stimulate the immune system to kill cancer cells What is flash radiation and the future of radiation therapy Exciting advances in treating cancer with radiation plus immunotherapy   After Dr. Keara Boss navigated her way through Vet School trying to find her niche, she got the research bug and was fascinated with cancer and all of its complex parts. But it was radiation that really pulled her in because it involved her love of math, physics and really interesting biology. Keara completed her Ph.D. 13 years after college, so many hours of hard work went into getting where she is now.   More people are coming around to radiation therapy and we have so much packed into this episode you’re surely going to want to take a listen and hear all of the new accomplishments in radiation therapy and where the future is going to help treat cancer in our pets. We’re working together in the common goal of curing canine cancer.   If you’re loving what you’re learning on this podcast every week – Please subscribe, rate and review it by heading to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Website: https://www.caninecanceracademy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaninecanceracademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninecanceracademy/ Colorado State University, Flint Animal Cancer Center: https://www.csuanimalcancercenter.org/

Welcome to another episode of the Your Dog Wants You To Know This! Here, you’ll get expert veterinary advice each week with me, Dr. Lori Cesario. I'm a board Certified Veterinary Oncologist and owner of the Canine Cancer Academy. This week we’re going to discuss the research process and connections to why cancer develops in certain dog breeds. Are you curious why certain dogs develop cancer? Why cancer is so common in dogs or how you might be able to decrease cancer risk for your dog? This week I'm very excited to bring you Dr. Kelly Diehl, a Board Certified Veterinary Internist and Senior Director of Science and Communication for the Morris Animal Foundation, where she has been for six and half years. Now fully engaged in the largest canine study, called the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study.   In this episode you’ll learn more about: This study follows over 3,000 Golden Retrievers over the course of their lifetime. One of the largest, most comprehensive canine, prospective studies to date. The risk of cancer is actually 60% in the golden retriever breed. We have at least one dog in each of the 48 contiguous United States. Documentation is taken is great detail on the nutritional, environmental and genetic risk factors for cancer and other diseases. The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is projected to cost roughly $32 million dollars.   Listen in for more details about the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study and learn more about why the study is tracking whether these dogs live in an environment with carpet, whether they eat vegetables, whether they swim in ponds, or live with a smoker, and how this data is being collected and processed to determine what causes cancer in dogs.   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Website: https://www.caninecanceracademy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaninecanceracademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caninecanceracademy/ Morris Animal Foundation: https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/? Fresh Scoop Podcast by the Morris Animal Foundation: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fresh-scoop/id1440087311?mt=2   If you’re loving what you’re learning on this podcast every week – Please subscribe, rate and review it by heading to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Want to learn the latest in veterinary medicine from today’s leading veterinary experts?    Join me, Dr. Lori Cesario, a board-certified veterinary oncologist, each week as I share what’s new, what’s possible, and what’s on the horizon for your four-legged best friends. Topics will include quality of life, nutrition, cancer treatment, surgery, and more. The goal of this podcast is to provide hope, inspiration and the knowledge to help your dog live a better and longer life.    I'm so excited to take this journey with you!