July 15, 2024 by VOSRC Staff The Emotional Impact of Pet Cancer: Coping Strategies for Pet Owners When you or a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, it can be a very emotionally trying experience, even when that loved one has four legs. Pet cancer is, unfortunately, a relatively common diagnosis, and one that no animal lover wants to hear. Should you find yourself in the midst of this unfortunate news, Veterinary […] Read More Alternative Therapies: The Use of Turmeric in Dogs Medicinal herbs may not always be the first thing we turn to when our pets are sick or in pain. However, that does not mean they cannot be complementary to medical therapies. Many medicinal herbs have not been extensively studied due to their roots in much older Eastern medicine. Recently we are learning much more […] Read More Cancer in Senior Pets: How to Reduce Symptoms The dreadful diagnosis of cancer in pets is heartbreaking, and unfortunately, increasingly common–especially in senior pets. As pets age, their risk for chronic disease increases. Cancer is now the leading cause of death in pets. Cancer is not always a death sentence, however, and the earlier the cancer is detected and treated, the better the […] Read More Mya’s Fund: A Special Dog’s Fight with Osteosarcoma All pets are special, of course. But once in a while, a pet comes along that is truly special in our lives, and in fact, changes our lives forever. For clients Kahla and Carl Ennis, Mya was that dog. You may know that they have set up a special fund in her memory through our […] Read More When the Going Gets Tough: Explaining Pet Cancer to Kids Finding out their pet has cancer is something that no pet owner wants to hear. Having to deliver this message to a child adds another layer of complexity to an already overwhelming experience. Explaining pet cancer to kids can be tricky. The child’s age, cognitive ability, and connection to the family pet will all play […] Read More Dr. “No!” – The Dangers of Using “Dr. Google” Where would we be without the internet and Dr. Google? The days of researching topics and interests at the library have passed. Nowadays, if we want to research a topic, we “Google it” and whatever the topic is we want to know then at our fingertips. Read More Home Sweet Bone: Creating a Space for Your Sick Pet Home is where the heart is, and when you have a pet who is having health issues, nothing is more true. While your pet is working hard to get well, there are some simple things that you can do to make her feel at home. Creating the perfect space for your sick pet can be […] Read More Cancer in Pets and People: Not as Different as You Might Think “We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike.” Maya Angelou was no doubt wiser than your average Joe, but this insightful quote has reaches far beyond what she likely ever intended. We cross this realization all the time in the field of cancer research as we are reminded that humans and animals are […] Read More Finding Support When a Pet Has Cancer A cancer diagnosis for a cherished pet companion can be devastating. It is a time of uncertainty as you walk this journey of diagnosis and treatment with your best friend and knowing what to expect or how to work through your own feelings can be hard. During these difficult times, support groups can be tremendously […] Read More What To Say (And Do) When Your Friend’s Pet Has Cancer Our pets share so many aspects of our lives and caring for them is a deeply satisfying experience. Indeed, many of us think of our pets as full fledged family members which is why hearing that a friend’s pet has cancer can be such a shock. It can be difficult to know what to do […] Read More Older Posts
