Welcome to the Dog Cancer Answers podcast. The following episodes feature Dr. Sue Ettinger
The Full Spectrum Approach to Dog Cancer Care
What is the Full Spectrum Approach to Dog Cancer Care? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger and they discuss the meaning of Full Spectrum Cancer Care and why the willingness to look at any and all available treatments is so important. Topics Covered: What is the Full Spectrum Approach and How To Use…read more
Listen NowDog Cancer Remission – What Can You Expect
Most of us have a general understanding of the term remission, but what does it actually mean when applied to your dog’s cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler and they discuss remission as it applies to different diagnoses and types of dog cancer. Topics Covered: What is remission The different types of…read more
Listen NowDog Cancer Surgery – The Importance of Clean Margins
What does the veterinarian mean when talking about clean margins in relation to your dog’s cancer surgery? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler and they define and discuss the importance of clean margins in surgery treatment for dog cancer. Topics Covered: What are Clean Margins and why are they so important? What happens…read more
Listen NowMetronomic Chemotherapy for Dog Cancer
Would metronomic chemotherapy benefit your dog? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler and they define metronomic chemotherapy and identify how it is useful as a chemotherapeutic treatment for dog cancer. Topics Covered: What is Metronomic Chemotherapy How does this differ from the maximum tolerated dose What happens during chemotherapy: treatments, side effects and…read more
Listen NowKinavet-CA1 and Dog Cancer – What You Need to Know
Are you familiar with Kinavet-CA1® for dogs? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler and they discuss the use of Kinavet-CA1®, an FDA approved drug for dogs, as a chemotherapeutic treatment for dog cancer. Topics Covered: What is Kinavet? How does it differ from Palladia Safety Precautions This episode is sponsored by The Dog…read more
Listen NowPalladia and Dog Cancer – What You Need to Know
Are you familiar with Palladia for dogs? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler and they discuss the use of Palladia, an FDA approved drug for dogs, as a chemotherapeutic treatment for dog cancer. Topics Covered: What is Palladia? When to use Palladia and for which types of cancer Safety precautions This episode is…read more
Listen NowFeeding Carcinogenic Foods After You Dog has Cancer
James Jacobs interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger, co-authors of “The Dog Cancer Survival Guide,” and they discuss the importance of diet in treating dog cancer and the potential impact of carcinogenic foods. Topics Covered: What are carcinogens and how they can cause changes in DNA Diet stress The importance of treat days for life-quality…read more
Listen NowDiagnosing Dog Cancer with a Biopsy or Fine Needle Aspirate
Are you unfamiliar with the ways dog cancer can be diagnosed by veterinarians? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Ettinger and Dr. Dressler and they discuss and describe the different medical procedures used by veterinarians and oncologists in the diagnosis of dog cancer. Topics Covered: The difference between a Fine Needle Aspirate and a Biopsy General anesthesia…read more
Listen NowFeeling Guilty About Your Dog’s Cancer
Has your dog’s cancer caused you moments of guilt and doubt? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, and they talk about negative emotions, such as guilt and blame, and how to redirect those thoughts and feelings. Topics Covered: Emotional Management: Blame and Guilt Negative thinking This…read more
Listen NowAre You a Dog Lover or Dog Guardian – Helping Your Dog Survive Cancer
What is the difference between a dog lover and a dog guardian? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger and they define the role of a dog guardian and how becoming your dog’s guardian may help when dealing with your dog’s cancer. Topics Covered: The difference between a dog lover and a dog guardian…read more
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