Without treatment, the lifespan of a cat with cancer could be as short as weeks or days, particularly if it's a rapidly growing type of cancer....
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As far as food goes, as long as it has the AAFCO label on the side of the bag and it's labeled for all life stages, that should be a good diet....
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The best way is always with food, if labeled to be given with food....
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Palliative care focuses on controlling pain, nausea, and any side effects from the cancer....
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Exercise is not just good for the health of their heart and to keep them at a good weight, but it's also great enrichment....
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Yes, ideally, all our patients are intubated for surgery....
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Yes, you can give aspirin to your dog. However, aspirin has a very narrow safety margin in dogs and is toxic in cats....
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Currently, there's no preventative medicine for cancer in cats....
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Yes. You need to look for behavioral changes, such as changes in appetite, sleeping patterns, and interactions with you and your family....
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You can get them from your veterinarian clinic's office....
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During surgery, the dog is under anesthesia and won't feel anything....
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Some types of cat cancers can be cured, especially if it's a growth that can be removed....
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We communicate a lot with our clients through text messages and phone calls....
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Doses are calculated by weight for your dog and should be discussed with a veterinarian. One medication that can be shared is Benadryl....
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If your cat is not eating, is lethargic, or is experiencing side effects like sedation or decreased appetite, these could be signs that your cat is...
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Any deviation from their normal behavior can be a signal that something is wrong....
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You should ask about the length and date of the surgery, the drop-off time, how to decide the pick-up time, and the cost....
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The effectiveness of the surgery depends on the procedure. In most cases, surgery will fix the problem....
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Yes, for major procedures where we need to protect the airway, intubation is performed....
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You should expect a phone call the day before the surgery explaining the pre-surgery instructions such as not feeding your dog after nine o'clock, ...