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jerry wrote:
Tripawd Chemotherapy Candidates and Alternatives
When it comes to pet cancer, there are no right or wrong treatment choices. Some pet parents choose to fight it with chemotherapy. Some do not. If you're leaning away from conventional treatment for your dog or cat, you'll appreciate today's discussi (More) |
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hecatol wrote:
Preparing for surgery
Aspen, our 5-year-old Great Dane, has been diagnosed with bone cancer in one of her front legs (osteosarcoma). While we had hoped to move forward with a limb-sparing procedure, our surgical oncologist is very hesitant to recommend that after looking (More) |
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maxwellmarengo wrote:
Quiggs Report #1
Hey guys, with quiggs, we had the consultation meeting with our Oncologist who confirms the tumor and recommends addressing that first and quickly. They did throw out clinical options at UC Davis such as: Limb Sparing Procedure and Insertion of (More) |
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jerry wrote:
New Limb Sparing Surgery for Dogs Makes It More Accessible, Potentially Less Risky
Limb sparing surgery for dogs with bone cancer has existed for many years. However a new twist on the procedure may lower the complication rate and make life easier for the dog and their human. Today on Tripawd Talk Radio's episode "All About the Bo (More) |
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admin wrote:
Bostonplasty Procedure for Limb Sparing in Dogs
Tripawd Talk Radio Podcast Episode #68 Original Air Date: January 22, 2018 Hear Dr Sarah Boston discuss details about the new veterinary limb sparing surgical procedure she has published: Bostonplasty: Limb shortening as a strategy for limb sparing (More) |
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jerry wrote:
FAQs About Artificial Limbs for Pets on Tripawd Talk Radio
About Prosthetics and Orthotic Devices for Dogs and Cats Join leading orthopedic surgeon Dr. Denis Marcellin-Little from U.C. Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio to learn about the implication and use of (More) |
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admin wrote:
Impact of Amputation on Dogs and Cats
Tripawd Talk Radio Podcast Episode #61 Original Air Date: May 2, 2017 On this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio we will learn how amputation impacts dogs and cats' bodies. Our guide is Dr. Denis J. Marcellin-Little, DVM, Diplomate ACVS, VSMR and Profes (More) |
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jerry wrote:
News from #AAHA2016: Learn About Canine Osteosarcoma Breakthroughs
The 2016 AAHA Conference enabled the Tripawds Foundation to reach more vets than ever before. As a bonus, we got to attend educational sessions about veterinary topics near and dear to us, like oncology and pain management. Today, check out what w (More) |
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honeybbentley wrote:
Final Days on Four Legs
Bentley has been limping a lot more recently. We went to his physical therapy (swimming) and it helped some but I'm just trying to keep him as pain free as possible before his surgery. We had a consultation with the surgeon a few days ago and he will (More) |
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jerry wrote:
How Scapulectomy Surgery Treats Dogs and Cats Scapula Tumors
Scapula cancer tumors in dogs and cats are rare but if your pet has one, be sure to ask your veterinary surgeon if a "scapulectomy" is an option. This procedure is complicated and not all pets are candidates, but if yours is, a scapulectomy can save (More) |