Cancer and Your Pet: The Complete Guide to the Latest Research, Treatments, and Options [Paperback]

Debra Eldredge (Author), Margaret H. Bonham (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 6, 2005

Cancer is leading cause of death in dogs and cats over ten years old; 47% of dogs and 32% of cats will die from cancer in their later lives. Fifty percent of all pet cancers are completely curable and many others can be successfully treated. An award-winning veterinarian and writer team up to present the latest research and treatments to save your beloved pet from cancer in "Cancer and Your Pet." A growing number of pet owners are learning the sad news that their beloved pet is suffering from some form of cancer. But most don’t realize that it has become a highly treatable disease. Written by a highly respected author-veterinarian and covering the latest advances in the field of cancer research, "Cancer and Your Pet" is the most comprehensive and definitive guide on the market for owners looking for options in their pet’s treatment. In addition to information on common cancers and treatment options, including traditional and holistic care, the authors include case studies and advice on decision making.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"'Cancer and Your Pet' belongs on your bookshelf." --Dr. Marty Becker, resident veterinarian on ABC TV's Good Morning America, Knight Ridder pet columnist, nationally syndicated host of “Pets Unleashed” pet talk radio show, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul, co-author of The Healing Power of Pets

About the Author

Debra Eldredge, DVM is an award-winning veterinarian and writer in upstate New York. She graduated from the Cornell Veterinary College and was the first recipient ever of the “Gentle Doctor Award” voted on by clinical faculty for the student who provided the best care for patients. She works in private practice but has also served as the veterinarian for the award-winning shelter the Humane Society of Huron Valley in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She has also worked with the Utica Zoo. Dr. Eldredge is the author of the award-winning book, Pills for Pets. She has been a columnist for Good Dog!, Catsumer Reports, Dogs in Review, The Corgi Cryer, OK Pet Gazette and her writing has appeared in Dog World, Ranch Dog Trainer, OffLead, and Kuvasz Times. Margaret H. Bonham is an award-winning professional freelance writer and sled dog racer in Colorado. She has written eight books including Complete Idiots Guide to Dog Health and Nutrition, Complete Idiots Guide to Labrador Retrievers, The Complete Guide to Mutts, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, Introduction to Dog Agility, The Simple Guide to Getting Active with Your Dog and Your Siberian Husky’s Life. Her work has appeared in Dog Fancy, Dog World, Your Dog, Dog and Kennel, Pet Life, Natural Pet, and Mushing Magazine.

Product Details

• Paperback: 238 pages
• Publisher: Capital Books; 1 edition (September 6, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931868867
• ISBN-13: 978-1931868860
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #973,067 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #7 in Books > Medical Books > Veterinary Medicine > Oncology

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good general overview, January 19, 2006

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A. Seel - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cancer and Your Pet: The Complete Guide to the Latest Research, Treatments, and Options (Paperback)

My cat way diagnosed with cancer about 5 months ago. I found this book to be the most helpful in understanding her cancer (GI lymphoma) without being overly filled with jargon. It was also the best on helping me understand the treatments available (and why some weren't for my cat) but I wish it had gone into more technical detail about the various medications and what they do for chemotherapy. Unfortunately, none of the books I found provided that information. I like the fact that the book separates out discussion on dogs and cats. I would definitely recommend this book for anyone with a pet with cancer.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative book for all pet owners!, September 8, 2005

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J. Hughes (Leesburg, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cancer and Your Pet: The Complete Guide to the Latest Research, Treatments, and Options (Paperback)

"Cancer and Your Pet" is an informative, well researched book for all pet owners, whether your beloved cat or dog has cancer or not. The book describes all of the different forms of cancer a pet can get, what the symptoms are for each kind, what the treatments are, and everything you will need to know before during and after your pet has cancer. Neither of my cats has cancer, but the book provided causes for some of the cancers, so now I know to be aware that there are discussions that cigarette smoke and vaccinations may have links to causing cancer in dogs and cats. "Cancer and Your Pet" tells you how to take care of your pet while he or she is sick, and gives advice about what to do should your pet pass away.

This is a must have book for all pet parents!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cancer and Your Pet, March 14, 2007

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CandErS "WhereIsHe?" (Am. Falls, Idaho-USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cancer and Your Pet: The Complete Guide to the Latest Research, Treatments, and Options (Paperback)

Good information for people going through the struggle of cancer with their pet.