Welcome to the Dog Cancer Answers podcast. The following episodes feature Dr. Demian Dressler

Are you concerned about your dog’s nausea or lack of appetite? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, and they discuss nausea and appetite loss as side effects of dog cancer, in addition to some methods and treatments to help deal with your dog’s nausea. Topics Covered:…read more

Have you heard about Cyberknife radiosurgery? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler as they discuss the utilization and benefits of Cyberknife radiosurgery as a non-surgical treatment for dogs with cancer. Topics Covered: What is Cyberknife radiosurgery Where your dog can have Cyberknife radiosurgery done Which cancers are the best candidates for Cyberknife radiosurgery…read more

Are there certain dog cancers which are best treated with chemotherapy? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, as they have an in-depth discussion on chemotherapeutic treatments for dog cancers. Topics Covered: Which cancers respond best to chemotherapy What to consider when deciding on chemotherapy in your…read more

Are you considering amputation for your pup diagnosed with osteosarcoma? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, as they weigh in on amputation as surgical treatment for dogs with osteosarcoma. Topics Covered: Surgery for Osteosarcoma Should you consider amputation? How does a dog’s life-quality change after amputation?…read more

When is surgery a good option for the treatment of dog cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger as they discuss their perspectives on surgical treatment of dog cancer and the different types of surgery that maybe performed. Topics Covered: When to consider dog cancer surgery How cancer type can influence your decision…read more

What is apoptosis and how does it play a role in dog cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler as they discuss the importance of apoptosis, how it works to rid the body of cancerous cells, and how to promote apoptosis. Topics Covered: What is Apoptosis Apoptosis: One of the hallmarks of cancer…read more

Are there certain dog breeds that are more susceptible to cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger as they discuss the predispositions that some dog breeds carry for certain types of dog cancers. Topics Covered: Which breeds are more susceptible to cancer Prominent cancer types The correlation between dog size and cancer This…read more

How will you know when the battle with your dog’s cancer is over? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger as they discuss life quality with dog cancer and the process of how to decide when it is time to say goodbye to your beloved companion. Topics Covered: Joys of life and the quality…read more

Are you aware of the value of diet in managing your dog’s cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger as they discuss the importance of diet in the management of dog cancer and the impact diet may have on your dog’s life quality. Topics Covered: The importance of the Dog Cancer Diet and…read more

Are you considering getting a second opinion regarding your dog’s cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler as they talk about the importance of a second opinion in managing your dog’s cancer as well as when and how to ask for a second opinion. Topics Covered: Getting a second opinion from an oncologist…read more