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Welcome to the canine melanoma Web site.This site was created to help dog lovers of all ages who want to know more about canine cancer in general, and canine oral melanoma in particular. Working with your veterinarian, this site will help you:
Please enjoy the site and discuss this information with your veterinarian. If you’re a veterinarian, please visit For Veterinarians Only for access to more technical information. |
More Info 1 In companion animals that live 10 years or longer, almost half will die of cancer. Why? Explanations include an increasingly older population (advances in health care mean that fewer dogs die of other diseases at a younger age), improved recognition of early warning signs and more effective methods to diagnose cancer.* 2The American Veterinarian Medical Association* defines cancer as an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells. These growths may occur on the body or within it, and may be benign or malignant. They may be found in a single part of the body, or may invade surrounding tissue and spread to other parts of the body. 3When you discuss cancer with your veterinarian, you’ll hear many terms that are unique to cancer discussions. This site includes a glossary for your use in defining common canine cancer terminology. On this page and throughout the site, terms that are included in the glossary are highlighted for a quick definition as they occur. |
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