{"id":1501,"date":"2019-01-18T08:47:08","date_gmt":"2019-01-18T08:47:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/?p=1501"},"modified":"2019-01-18T08:52:43","modified_gmt":"2019-01-18T08:52:43","slug":"10-signs-of-canine-cancer-you-shouldnt-ignore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/10-signs-of-canine-cancer-you-shouldnt-ignore\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Signs of Canine Cancer You Shouldn\u2019t Ignore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1502\" src=\"http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/BVC-Canine-Cancer-300x210.jpg\" alt=\"Canine-Cancer-Signs-Symptoms\" width=\"512\" height=\"358\" srcset=\"http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/BVC-Canine-Cancer-300x210.jpg 300w, http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/BVC-Canine-Cancer-768x538.jpg 768w, http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/BVC-Canine-Cancer-660x462.jpg 660w, http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/BVC-Canine-Cancer-200x140.jpg 200w, http:\/\/bestvetcare.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/BVC-Canine-Cancer.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The unprecedented growth of cells that can compromise a life is what is called \u2018the deadly menace\u2019 &#8211; CANCER. We cannot ignore the fact that cancer is a ruthless disease which cripples the body, eventually leading to the untimely death of the canine. Therefore, it is important to keep a check on our dogs for signs that may at times seem normal but can conclude to one of the symptoms of Canine Cancer. In fact, we rather need to be extra careful when it comes to canines because cancer in dogs grows way quicker than in humans. So, here are some signs that you must look out for in your dog so that he can be treated in the initial phase itself before it\u2019s too late.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Swelling, Lumps or Bumps\u00a0 <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Lumps or bumps appear when there is extra cell growth in the body which may indicate the onset of cancer. So in case if you find any swelling in a body part of your dog, you must get him checked by the vet without delay.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Body Odours <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Though dogs usually have pungent breathe but watch out, any unusual foul smell coming from his body openings like the nose, rectal area or mouth can be one of the symptoms of cancer.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Difficulty Swallowing or Eating <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A tumor or lump in the neck can be the reason of this problem. If you see your dog has a problem eating then it\u2019s time that you visit your vet.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bleeding From Body Opening <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Bleeding from mouth, nose or rectal openings are not natural. The reason could be either injury or some ailment in the body. So, if the bleeding seems to occur without any bodily injury, cancer could be the cause.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Loss of Appetite <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Has your dog lost interest in his food?\u00a0 Is he not been eating properly off late? Well, you must get him checked because the loss of appetite is a very common symptom of an ailment in the body and can be one of the reasons for underlying cancer.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Lethargy <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Lethargy is normal when a body is dealing with a disease. When the cells grow inadvertently, they consume more energy to carry out body functions thus a dog who is suffering from a disease or cancer will show sluggishness or reluctance to perform any activity.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Respiratory Trouble <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Lung cancer can cause breathing issues in dogs and thus must be tested if your dog has been coughing or wheezing since a while now. At times, a dog might even cough blood along with mucus. So, if you see these symptoms in your dog, make sure you rather visit your vet.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Unhealed Wounds or Sores <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>When a body is dealing with a disease like cancer, its immune mechanism slows down drastically and thus it may take months to heal a wound that would have been cleared within a few days normally. So, in case your dog has such wounds that don\u2019t seem to heal it\u2019s time you see your vet.<\/p>\n<p>Cancer is a highly debilitating and conquering disease that gradually sucks the life out of its victim. It slowly spreads across the body, hampering and disrupting many internal body functions if left unchecked and may eventually lead to organ failures, immense blood loss, distorted mobility and cognitive failure in the body. Hence, it is important for pet parents to stay vigilant of their pet\u2019s health and get him checked regularly by the vet to prevent this deadly disease before it sets foot in the pet\u2019s body.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read the article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestvetcare.com\/blog\/role-of-omega-3-and-omega-6-fatty-acids-in-dogs-health\/\">Role of Omega 3 and Omega 6 Fatty acids in Dogs Health<\/a> to get information how you can prevent canine cancer and other dog diseases with the help of fatty acids.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The unprecedented growth of cells that can compromise a life is what is called \u2018the deadly menace\u2019 &#8211; CANCER. We cannot ignore the fact that cancer is a ruthless disease which cripples the body, eventually leading to the untimely death of the canine. 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