Treatment options that are available to your dog will depend on the type of cancer that is present and how advanced it is. Pet owners should look at the glass half full because there is always hope, lots of hope. In addition to surgical removal of the mass or tumor and chemotherapy, there are other treatment options to help dogs fight cancer.

• Radiation therapy

Radiation therapy works by destroying the DNA of cancer cells which can eventually cause their death. It can be used as a treatment procedure or as palliative treatment to decrease pain.

• Cancer medications

Fortunately, there are now medications that can be used specifically to treat cancer. One of these is Piroxicam which is used for a specific type of cancer in the bladder. Antibodies can be used to treat lymphoma, and there is also a vaccine to address malignant melanoma.

• Pain medications

Cancer patients can suffer from a significant amount of pain. Giving pain medications can help control pain and improve their quality of life. Your Oconomowoc, WI vet will prescribe the best pain medication to provide relief and improve the quality of life of your pet.