Question: I am awaiting results on my golden who is being tested for cancer. They found a large lymph node in the neck. There is no way I will be able to afford chemo…are there any resources to help me with my grief and ideas on how best to make my dog comfortable?
Answer: It’s becoming more common for our beloved pets to suffer from cancer, but luckily there are many more resources available to help with dealing with this for both the pet owner and the pet. There are both conventional and holistic cancer treatments now available for our pets, and there are many more options to keep our pets comfortable during their time of illness.
You had mentioned not being able to afford chemo treatments and without Pet Insurance it could get costly, the Humane Society has an article on Help for Vet Care Costs you may find helpful. They also have short video on When your Pet has Cancer.
A recent publication of Animal Wellness Magazine (Aug/Sept08) has numerous articles featured this month covering Pet Cancer. One of the cover stories is available online: 10 Signs of Cancer in Dogs and Cats.
Lymphoma in Dogs is a specific resource that might be helpful to you given the area where your dog’s tumor developed. Here are some other resources for education and support groups that might be helpful to you:
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