This Affects 1 in 3 Dogs... What Is It?

Today it's time to talk about something very important. It's not happy or cheerful, but what I'm about to tell you could save your dog's life. There's a chance that this could affect your dog and it's crucial to be prepared.

Each year, more dogs over 2 years of age are caused by one disease than any other. Not only that, but it affects 1 in 3 dogs in the same age group. This disease is cancer. The statistics are sobering but true - your dog has a 30% chance of being affected by cancer at some point in their life.

Just the word "cancer" is scary. (It's one of the most misunderstood diseases as well; go here to learn what cancer is.) But cancer doesn't have to be a death sentence. Great progress has been made in the last few years when it comes to treating this disease. And a full 50% of all dogs with cancer are expected to survive - and that can even sometimes be higher.

When certain canine cancers are discovered early, the probability of a positive outcome is much higher than 50%. Routine veterinary care and wellness screenings are the best way to detect these kinds of problems early on, so make sure that your dog is seen by his vet on a regular basis.

Early detection is vital to the successful treatment of canine cancer. Today I want to tell you about the warning signs of cancer so you can monitor them.  Go to Canine Cancer: What Are the Warning Signs? for very useful information on what to look for.
Remember, if you notice any of these problems it is best to take your dog to the vet so they can assess the situation.