“Understanding the mechanisms that different species evolved to suppress cancer may help researchers develop novel prevention and treatment strategies.”
Rarity of cancer in elephants may help explain cancer in humans
Products of omega-3 fatty acid metabolism may have anticancer effects, study shows
by Liz Ahlberg Touchstone, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign From Medical Xpress A class of molecules formed when the body metabolizes omega-3 fatty acids could inhibit cancer’s growth and spread, University of Illinois researchers report in a new study in mice. The molecules, called endocannabinoids, are made naturally by the body and have similar properties to cannabinoids found in marijuana – but without the...
Why grain-free dog food could mean trouble for your pet
Note (8/3/18) Since we posted this blog, we came across an article by The Whole Dog Journal on grain-free kibble and thought our readers would appreciate it. Whole Dog Journal takes NO advertising and does a yearly analysis is different kinds and brands of dog food. They are very relaible. Here is their article: https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/blog/Please-Dont-Panic-About-the-Grain-Free-Thing-21893-1.html?ET=wholedogjournal:e309707:850190a:&st=email&s=p_Blog080218 As concerned pet parents, we’re always interested in providing...
Study shows how stem cell injections helped dogs suffering from osteoarthritis
From Markets – Business Insider PRESS RELEASE PR Newswire DURHAM, N.C., July 23, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Researchers have developed what appears to be a simple, minimally invasive, effective way to treat osteoarthritis (OA) in dogs that may prove to be of considerable importance in treating humans, too. The study detailing this new approach appears in the latest issue of STEM CELLS Translational Medicine (SCTM). OA...
Naturally Occurring Endocannabinoids in Osteosarcoma
A new study has found that naturally occurring endocannabinoids may have the potential to slow tumor growth and prevent cancer migration in mice with osteosarcoma. By Amanda Carrozza Researchers at the University of Illinois have discovered that a class of molecules formed when the body metabolizes omega-3 fatty acids have the potential to prevent the growth and spread of cancerous tumors. These molecules—endocannabinoid epoxides—have...
Medical Marijuana Role In Treating Pet Illnesses
Disclaimer The Puppy Up Foundation does not endorse nor recommend any particular product, service, or treatment. We offer information strictly for educational and/or informational purposes. We believe it is the pet owner’s responsibility to do the research and draw his or her own conclusions. From Fox News in Phoenix PHOENIX (KSAZ) – Dogs, cats, even horses seem to be the newest customer base for...
Which foods are dangerous for dogs? Experts weigh in.
Diet and nutrition. It’s important to supply your dog(s) with the best possible foods you can afford – both to maintain your healthy dog’s nutritional well-being, and to improve the health of a dog who has cancer or another serious medical challenge. We’ve posted about nutrition and “dangerous foods for dogs” in our blog before. When we find new, more detailed, or even contrary...
No Pet Store Puppies Day Is July 21
No Pet Store Puppies Day Is July 21 July 21 is National No Pet Store Puppies Day. This is a great chance to educate your friends and family about what happens in puppy mills and remind them not to buy puppies, or any pet supplies, from pet stores that sell puppies—and adopt from a shelter or rescue group instead! Puppy mill cruelty is a...
The Worst Birth Month for Future Health Problems
When we consider our dogs’ health risks, we seldom think about the month our pups were born. Many of us who have adopted rescue or shelter dogs have no idea what year they were born, much less what month. This article, by Dr. Karen Becker, offers some surprising information on how the time of year a dog was born might affect its health. Healthy...
