Prostate Cancer in Dogs

Overview and Facts

What is

• Prostate Cancer in Dogs: An Overview
Male dogs and male humans are the only animals that naturally develop prostate cancer. This type of cancer is highly invasive in dogs, and sadly the treatment options for prostate cancer in dogs are very limited. Symptoms of prostate cancer do not usually appear until the cancer has become somewhat advanced.

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Prevention

• Preventing Prostate Cancer in Dogs
Unless a pet owner has firm plans to use this animal in a formal breeding program, the best prevention strategy for prostate problems is the surgery (castration).

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Symptoms and Types

Symptoms

• Symptoms of Prostate Cancer in Dogs
Canine prostate cancer results from an enlarged prostate gland in your dog. The prostate gland is located at the junction of the bladder and urethra, and if cancerous can cause many problems and clinical symptoms. There are several signs you should be aware of to ensure early discovery and thus a more positive prognosis.

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Diagnosis and Tests

Diagnosis

• Diagnosing Prostate Cancer in Dogs
As dogs age they can develop illnesses which occur in aging people as well and unfortunately prostate cancer is one of them. When a dog develops prostate cancer the prostate becomes swollen and enlarged. Normally a pet owner will bring their dog into the veterinarian because the dog is having problems urinating or going to the bathroom.

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Treatment and Care

Treatment

• Treating Prostate Cancer in Dogs
Canine prostate cancer is a disease of the prostate gland that can occur in both neutered and non-neutered dogs. Typical treatment measures include drugs or surgery. Extensive treatment for advanced prostate cancer will sometimes entail a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation.

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