Pet Cancer Awareness is observed each May to bring attention to the types, frequency and options for pets with cancer. All pets, regardless
of breed are at risk to developing cancer and as they age, the percentages
increase (approximately 30% in older dogs according to the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine).
We at Ask Ariel are here to help…here are two recent emails about pets with
cancer and what we recommended
Q: I am brand new to your site but I have heard
the most amazing things about your team. My furry baby, a maltese mix who
is 10 years old just underwent a splenectomy for multiple masses on her spleen.
Her spleen will be biopsied and then we will get results in the next few days.
Regardless of the outcome, I want to get her on a wonderful plan of care…can
you help?
A: We have so many great
articles on our website about nutrition, and also on cancer, be
sure to check them out. Quite frequently, although not always, pets that
need a splenectomy have cancer. We recommend the Pet Cancer Package
along with the Liver Support Kit (Lypozyme,
Power Probiotic and Liver Support formula)
Q: My cat has
been diagnosed with cutaneous and splenic mast cell tumors (there's no
tumor but the
spleen is enlarged and
cancerous cells have been found there as well).I'm torn what approach to take.
I'm thinking of going the oral chemo route to see how he reacts, but I'm
wondering if there are additional supplements I can give him? Currently he is
on a prescription diet, this has worked for him and halted reoccurrence of
his UTI issues. But I also read that high protein, hypoallergenic, grain-free
food will reduce overall inflammation, your thoughts?
A: Sorry your
kitty has been so sick. The diet you are using is not what we would
recommend for a pet with cancer. It contains grains, chemicals and
pets with cancer need a low carbohydrate diet. To prevent UTIs
and bladder problems, use Pet UTI prevention formula, Power Probiotic, Notatum drops (these are incredible and very easy to administer to cats) and Renelix
(helps prevent crystals). If you use this combination and switch to a
better diet, you will greatly improve your cat's immune health overall.
We have treated many pets with chronic urinary problems that have switched from
the prescription foods to a natural diet and used the supplements with only
great results.
The
AllerEaze, Amazing Omegas and Immune Harmony along with the above products is a
very good combination. The Onco-X is a fantastic product but doesn't
taste very good so it is harder to administer to a cat. You would have to
put it in a syringe and mix with broth......just letting you know because you
might want to try some of the other