Cancer is complicated. Cancer is common. Cancer requires furthering our education. Cancer requires infographics. November is pet cancer awareness month, so we did some research on what cancer is and some methods of treating it. Neoplasia is the formation or presence of abnormal tissue growth. A tumor. Cancer is uncontrolled neoplasia that travels to and invades other parts of the body. Malignant tumor(s). Dogs get cancer at roughly the same rate as humans, while there is less information about the rate of cancer in cats it appears that the rate of cancer is lower. However, some cancers, such as lymphoma, are more common in cats than in dogs. Approximately 1…

The word “holistic” can sometimes raise eyebrows. It’s often misunderstood—dismissed as “woo woo” or less legitimate than traditional medicine. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. National Holistic Pet Day is all about changing that perception and shedding light on what holistic care really means: supporting your pet’s well-being in its entirety. What Is Holistic Pet Care? Holistic pet care is a comprehensive, whole-body approach to health. While traditional veterinary care tends to focus on treating symptoms, holistic care looks at the root causes—taking into account your pet’s environment, diet, lifestyle, and emotional health. It’s about treating the whole pet: body, mind, and spirit. Holistic practices often incorporate: When…