Welcome to the Dog Cancer Answers podcast. The following episodes feature Dr. Sue Ettinger

Are you feeling frustrated that your dog’s cancer wasn’t noticed sooner? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger, co-authors of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, and they discuss the normal, human reactions of frustration and blame and how to move beyond and get empowered. Topics Covered: Why your vet didn’t catch your dog’s cancer…read more

Are you concerned about your dog’s lack of appetite? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger and they define cancer cachexia and discuss some ideas as to how you may deal with your dog’s loss of appetite and vitality. Topics Covered: What is cancer cachexia The seriousness of cancer cachexia What you can do…read more

Are you concerned that your dog is experiencing diarrhea as a side effect of her cancer? James Jacobson interviews Dr. Dressler and Dr. Ettinger and they discuss the various causes of diarrhea as it relates to dog cancer and some of the methods that may help attain gastrointestinal relief for your dog. Topics Covered: Diarrhea…read more

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