Veterinary researchers and a nonprofit foundation explore similarities between cancers in dogs and children that could lead to new treatments — and possibly a cure. By Anna Brooks From Everyday Health https://www.everydayhealth.com/cancer/how-dogs-are-helping-cure-childhood-cancers/ Childhood cancer is relatively rare. Close to 16,000 kids, from birth to age 19, are diagnosed each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....

New blood test capable of detecting multiple types of cancer
A new blood test in development has shown ability to screen for numerous types of cancer with a high degree of accuracy, a trial of the test shows. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators will present the results of the multi-center trial during a session today at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) 2019 Congress. The test, developed by GRAIL, Inc., uses next-generation sequencing technology...
World Rabies Day is September 28
From AVMA Rabies remains a major concern worldwide, killing tens of thousands of people every year. In the United States, one to two people die annually, and there were more than 4,900 reported cases of animal rabies in the U.S. in 2016. World Rabies Day, launched in 2007, aims to raise awareness about the public health impact of human and animal rabies. What can...
September is Animal Pain Awareness Month
By Ronnie Casey We can all relate to pain, whether it is the chronic discomfort of a long-endured condition, or as fleeting as stubbing a toe. We can vocalize it and we can describe it to those who can help. We talk about where it is, how intense it is and how miserable we are. Unlike us, our pet’s pain is not verbalized, they...
Five Common Mistakes with Cancer Surgery, and How To Avoid Them In Your Dog
By Susan Ettinger, DVM, Dip. ACVIM (Oncology) From Dog Cancer Blog These are the five most common mistakes with cancer surgery. Read on to find out how to save both time and money (yes, really). There are five common mistakes with cancer surgery I see way too often in practice. Review this list to make sure that you are doing your best by your...
Making Scents of Medicine: “Doctor Dogs” Aid In Disease Detection And Relief
From AKC Here’s a simple, uncomplicated prescription for what ails you: a furry, four-legged friend. You probably already knew that, but the new book Doctor Dogs by Maria Goodavage (available on October 1st), will likely reinforce that conviction. A fascinating confluence of colorful case histories, accented with wit and wisdom, it personalizes a wide array of medical disorders, leaving you to visualize a heart-wrenching push...
‘UK first’ offers fresh hope for canine lymphoma
A team at Dick White Referrals has employed a personally tailored vaccine on a dog and is understood to be the first case of its kind in the UK. David Woodmansey From Vet Times A new form of personalised immunotherapy based on human medicine is offering enhanced outcomes when combined with traditional chemotherapy treatment for UK dogs. In what is understood to be the...
PPAWS Works With Mission Rabies To Vaccinate Thousands Of Animals in Cambodia
by Amber LaRock From: I Heart Dogs Mission Rabies is a worldwide project that helps to fight the spread of rabies in less developed parts of the world. Dedicated animal lovers in Cambodia joined forces with this mission, and accomplished something truly incredible. Many of us are lucky enough to live in a part of the world where the threat of rabies is not...
5 effective ways to stay on top of your dog’s dental health
As a proud dog owner, it’s important to prioritise your dog’s dental health or risk having to deal with gum disease or tooth decay, which can lead to bad breath, bleeding gums and tooth loss. Be aware of bad breath. Do not ignore the harsh, musky scent coming from your dog’s mouth. This could be a warning that your furry friend might have a...