ONCOLOGY
Everyday, advances in veterinary medicine are giving pets and their families promise and hope. When detected early, cancer is a highly treatable disease. Yet, too often the disease progresses before it is detected. Knowing the warning signs and where to take your pet for an accurate diagnosis dramatically increases the chances for a cure.
The veterinarians, technicians and staff of Michigan Veterinary Specialists are committed to working together with you and your family veterinarian to provide a comprehensive cancer treatment program that blends the most advanced medical, surgical and radiation therapies with loving, compassionate care.
Treatment options available to pets with cancer include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Our team has but one goal: to return your beloved pet back home cured when possible or with a prolonged, quality life.
- The Oncology Service has appointments available Mon. –
Sat. in Southfield and Mon. – Fri. in Auburn Hills.
- You should arrive 15 minutes before you initial appointment
so all paperwork can be completed, and your pet should be fasted
for at least 8 hours.
The Cancer Center at Michigan Veterinary Specialists is a comprehensive cancer treatment facility that brings a new standard of excellence in cancer diagnosis and treatment. Our protocols combine highly technologically advanced equipment, 24/7 critical care and the dedication and experience of the MVS team to give patients the leading edge in cancer treatment. In addition, each patient has the advantage of an entire multi-specialty team of board-certified specialists at hand giving Michigan Veterinary Specialists the ability to continually improve patient care and solve complex problems.
Questions about Chemotherapy:
Will my dog/cat get really sick from chemotherapy?
No. Chemotherapy is different in dogs and cats than it is in people - most animals handle their treatments with few side effects - in fact, many gain weight while receiving chemotherapy.
Should I change my pet's diet?
There is a diet designed for dogs with cancer and some studies show it may help improve life span in dogs with certain types of cancer. Unfortunately, many dogs won't eat it and a home-made diet is almost impossible to make. A similar diet has not been formulated for cats.
WARNING SIGNS
Contact your veterinarian or an emergency veterinary medical center if you notice any of these warning signs:
- Abnormal swellings that persist or continue to grow
- Sores that do not heal
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Bleeding or discharge from any body opening
- Offensive odor
- Difficulty eating or swallowing
- Hesitation to exercise or loss of stamina
- Persistent lameness or stiffness
- Difficulty breathing, urinating, or defecating
From the American Veterinary Medical Association
ONCOLOGY SERVICES
- Advanced Surgical Oncology
- Chemotherapy
- Radioactive Iodine Therapy
- Advanced Radiation Therapy
- Nutritional therapy
- Computed Tomography (CT scan)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Bone marrow biopsies
- Needle Aspirates and biopsies
- Tumor biopsies
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