Category: Types & Symptoms

Salivary Gland Tumors in Dogs and Cats By: Dr. Al Townshend The salivary glands secrete saliva, which plays a vital role in digestion, chewing, and swallowing food. There are four major pairs in dogs and cats; parotid, mandibular, sublingual, and zygomatic.  Tumors are not common but are almost always malignant. They generally occur in older… Continue reading Salivary Gland Tumors in Dogs and Cats

By: Dr. Al Townshend The mouth of both dogs and cats are a common location for growths to occur. They account for 6-7% of canine tumors and 3% of feline growths. There are two basic types of oral tumors: Tumor location The mouth is comprised of multiple tissues, and tumors can occur in any one… Continue reading Mouth (oral) Cancer Tumors in Dogs and Cats

In the United States, cancer of the brain occurs at a rate of 14.5 per 100,000 dogs. The Canadian data is not available. It is far less common in cats. Brain tumors are most commonly seen in certain breeds; Boxer, Golden Retriever, Doberman Pinscher, Scottish Terrier, and Old English Sheepdog. Dogs with long narrow heads… Continue reading Brain Cancer in Dogs and Cats

Dr. Al Townshend Cancer of the canine urinary bladder is considered to be a rare occurrence. It is estimated to be only 1-2 percent of all canine cancers; however, that estimate means that approximately 50,000 dogs will develop a form of bladder cancer each year. What causes urinary bladder cancer in your dog or cat?… Continue reading Bladder Cancer and My Pet

By: Dr. Al Townshend Both dogs and cats have two anal sacs, one on either side of the rectum. Within the lining of each sac are sweat-like glands that secrete a dark, foul-smelling substance that is expressed each time the pet has a bowel movement. The liquid acts as a scent marker and helps to identify… Continue reading Anal Gland Cancer

Dr. Al Townshend A Sarcoma is a general term used to describe a tumour of the flesh or the bone. An Injection Site Sarcoma is a tumour that arises just under the skin at the site where an injection has previously been given. They occur at the site where a cat was vaccinated for Rabies… Continue reading Feline Injection Site Sarcoma

By: Dr. Al Townshend The nose is an often-underappreciated organ. Tumors of the nose in dogs make up about 1-2% of all cancers and are even less common in cats. Approximately 80% of the time they are malignant. Signs that there may be a problem include: Read the full blog here

Canine bone cancer Osteosarcoma is an aggressive type of bone cancer. In 90% of dogs, by the time a diagnosis occurs the cancer has spread most often to the lungs and/or other bones. Learn about: Dr. Al Townshend shares all of this information in his latest blog here Kali’s Wish Cancer Foundation is here to help support… Continue reading Osteosarcoma

By: Dr. Al Townshend Unlike prostate cancer in human males, canine prostate cancer is a very uncommon condition. It has been estimated that it comprises only about 0.6% of all cancers found in dogs. Also, unlike human prostate cancer, the canine form is highly malignant and has often spread to organs like the lungs, bones… Continue reading Canine Prostate Cancer

We recently had a Kali’s Wish reader reach out and ask about the link between mammary tumors and spaying your dog. The fact is, tumors in the mammary gland are very frequent in female dogs who have not been spayed. It is also not unheard of for male dogs to have a mammary tumor, though… Continue reading Mammary Tumors & Spaying Your Dog