When you learn your family pet has cancer, it can be shattering news. But take heart: veterinary care has come a long way in recent years, which may help your furry best friend.
Oncology treatment in dogs and cats can range from a pill a few times a week, to advanced surgical or even radiation therapy, depending on the type and stage of disease. A typical scenario is a middle-aged dog that has developed a solid cancerous tumor. If the dog is generally in good health, we can surgically remove the tumor, then prescribe a course of chemotherapy.
While it is less common, if radiation treatment is warranted, we refer patients to OSU’s Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine. While radiation treatment requires sedation, dogs and cats have fewer side effects to it than humans — and it’s quite effective in treating their cancers.
The philosophy of chemotherapy in veterinary medicine is fundamentally different than with human care, based on maintaining a good quality of life regardless of which surgical or chemical intervention is the central guiding principle. We aim to guide you in making the right choices for your pet and your family.
In partnership with Willamette Veterinary Hospital
& Ark Animal Hospital
Josiah Moses, DVM
Eastgate Veterinary Clinic
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