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CANCER 101

Understanding the basics gives you the tools to comprehend and cope with your pet’s cancer diagnosis. Learn what cancer is, what it looks like in your pet, and how to manage.
What Is Cancer?
Understanding the basic science of cancer is the first step.
  • What is cancer and how cancer cells form
  • Difference between a cancer cell and a normal cell
  • What is a tumor?
  • What happens when cancer spreads?
  • What is relapse or recurrence?
  • Difference between a solid tumor and blood cancer
  • What are the different grades of cancer?
  • How is cancer diagnosed and treated?
Lymph Nodes and Cancer
Learn the lymphatic system and the cancers associated with it.
  • Lymphatic system overview
  • Unusual lymph node symptoms
  • Cancers of the lymphatic system
  • Detecting cancer in the lymphatic system
  • Treatments for lymphoma
  • Caring for your pet during chemotherapy
  • Will my pet survive?
Signs in Dogs
Learn more about cancer and your dog.
  • Overview and prevalence of cancer in dogs
  • Signs and symptoms to watch for in dogs
  • Cancer prevention for dogs
Signs in Cats
Learn more about cancer and your cat.
  • Overview and prevalence of cancer in cats
  • Signs and symptoms to watch for in cats
  • Cancer prevention for cats
Easy Reading
Navigating a cancer diagnosis.
  • Coping with a cancer diagnosis
  • Helpful checklist
  • Looking to the future

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