November 2015
Compassionate Care
A Newsletter for Clients and Animal Lovers
Top 10 Signs of Cancer in Dogs
Early detection is key to stopping cancer in its tracks. This was the case with Pierre, a therapy dog who gives stressed out airport passengers some much-needed relief. To help dog owners recognize the disease as soon as possible and increase the chances of a happy outcome like Pierre's, UW Veterinary Care oncologist Cecilia Robat has put together a special Pet Cancer Awareness Month column that lists the most common signs of cancer in dogs. Read more.
Pet Tip: Cancer Treatment without Breaking the Bank
 
It does not always cost thousands of dollars to treat cancer in dogs and cats. There are many treatment options, from the most to the least aggressive. We tailor treatments to each individual patient, taking into account your pet, the nature of the disease, cost, and logistics.
 
Learn more about our Oncology Service and the treatments they offer.
Open Clinical Trial
 
Our Oncology Service is seeking dogs weighing 25 kilograms (about 55 pounds) or more with confirmed diagnoses of osteosarcoma of the limb and no previous treatment to participate in a clinical trial evaluating the safety and effectiveness of Standard of Care therapy, with or without adjuvant rapamycin administration. 

Learn more about the trial and the benefits of participation.
Featured Staff: Vet Tech Award Winners
 
Each year during National Veterinary Technician Week, certified veterinary technicians at UW Veterinary Care select two of their own to receive awards in recognition of their commitment to the profession and for service to patients, clients, students, and clinicians. This year's winners are Rubi Hayim and Mandy Henderson. Meet the winners.
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