Posted by Jess Saba on Sun, Jul 12, 2009 @ 02:31 PM
Did you know:
One in four dogs dies of cancer? It is the number one killer of our canine friends, and accounts for half the deaths of dogs age 10 and older.
What are the causes of canine cancer?
There are no definitive answers to this question but, The National Canine Cancer Foundation offers warnings about potential causes of canine cancers and solutions to help decrease the chances of your dog getting the disease.
1. Monitor everything that goes into your dog's mouth.
Some dog treats and dog foods contain harmful carcinogens. Since many dog foods and dog treats are unregulated, try making your own. Dehydrated vegetables are a great alternative to store bought chew toys.
2. Monitor the medicine your dog is given.
Many vaccines are over prescribed. Do some research and ask lots of questions to make sure your dog needs every vaccine the vet recommends.
Also, many flea and tick medications kill pests through the use of poisons. This means your dog is also being exposed to these toxins. Speak to your veterinarian about which medicines are the least harmful in the long run to your pet.
3. Monitor the household chemicals your dog is exposed to
Take a look in and around your house and reevaluate the chemicals your use to clean, disinfect, fertilize your lawn or kill rodents. How many are produced with unpronounceable chemicals?
Do some research to see if you can replace household chemicals with a natural or less abrasive alternative. Not only will this keep your dog healthier but the change can help keep you and your family safer as well.
The more natural and less processed the better.
More Information:
The National Canine Cancer Foundation is a nationwide, contribution funded, 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to eliminating Cancer as a major health issue in dogs by funding grants directly to Cancer researchers who are working to save lives, find cures, better treatments and accurate, cost effective diagnostic methods in dealing with canine Cancer.
http://www.wearethecure.org/Camp Bow Wow is working to find a cure for canine cancer. In addition to funding a yearly scholarship at the world-renowned CSU Animal Cancer Center, Bow Wow Buddies has launched Lend a Paw for the Cure, a campaign to raise money and awareness for the research and treatment of canine cancer. For more information on Bow Wow Buddies, please visit: http://bowwowbuddies.com/#