Cancer: 10 Possible Cancer Symptoms in Dogs and Cats

Cancer: 10 Possible Cancer Symptoms in Dogs and Cats

Cancer, a terrible disease that unfortunately does not represent a threat only for us humans, but also for our pets, with particular reference to dogs and cats, the four-legged friends with whom we probably come into contact more frequently. Veterinarian Lorie Houston points to the following ten bodily signs as possible symptoms of cancer in cats and dogs.



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Cancer, a terrible disease that unfortunately does not represent a threat only for us humans, but also for our pets, with particular reference to dogs and ai cats, the four-legged friends with whom we probably get in touch most frequently.

Veterinarian Lorie Houston indicates i ten body signals as possible symptoms cancer in cats and dogs. It would therefore be good to keep their eventual appearance under control, in order to intervene immediately. In fact, even with regard to our pets, the key weapon against cancer is prevention.

Index

Bumps and swellings

Bumps and swellings under the skin of your dog or cat could represent a symptom of cancer or a simple momentary problem to keep under control, in the opinion of the expert. Only the veterinarian is able to determine if their presence is the signal of a serious disease, through the use of one biopsy. It is therefore advisable to contact an expert in this case.

Bad smells

The sudden appearance of very annoying bad smells coming from certain areas of the body of your dog or cat should not be underestimated. It is in fact considered by the expert among the possible signals of the presence of a cancer, with particular reference to areas of the mouth, nasal and genital.

Vomiting and diarrhea

Vomiting and diarrhea, pus and bleeding appearing as above the norm they should be immediately referred to the veterinarian. In both dogs and cats, attention should be paid to the presence of prolonged swelling in the abdomen area, as they could represent a signal that should not be underestimated.



wounds

Scratches or wounds that do not heal within the normal time needed. Here is a further signal that deserves to be taken into consideration and submitted to an expert opinion. The delay in wound healing in fact, it could be related not only to infections or skin diseases, but also to cancer.

Weight loss

Cancer is unfortunately included in the long run list of diseases which may include weight loss, particularly in dogs, among their symptoms. However, weight loss related to cancer can also affect cats. For this reason, in the presence of a sudden weight loss, it is necessary to consult an expert.

Changes in appetite

Dogs and cats do not give up on food without a specific reason. While a lack of appetite momentary does not usually indicate the presence of cancer, however it represents a symptom about which to discuss with your veterinarian. THE tumors of the oral cavity they can cause difficulties in chewing and swallowing, leading dogs and cats to refuse food.

Breathing difficulties

The presence of cough and breathing difficulties could be caused in dogs and cats by heart disease, lung problems and cancer. Cancer could in fact cause the formation of metastases along the lungs and therefore represent the cause of these symptoms.

Lethargy or depression

Attention also to sudden changes in behavior from your dog or cat. Sleeping longer than solid, showing less desire to play and move, giving up regular walks or explorations, could be a sign of cancer, as well as indicating depression or lethargy.



Blood in the urine

Habit changes related to toileting should also not be underestimated, both for urine and feces. Difficulties related to the needs, greater or lesser frequency of the same and, above all, the presence of blood in the urine or stool, could indicate the presence of a tumor.

Signs of pain

Obvious signs of pain manifested by your dog or cat, with particular reference to the limp during the performance of normal movements, they are usually associated with arthritis or problems with the muscles and joints, but unfortunately they could also represent symptoms of cancer, with particular reference to bone cancer.

If you notice the presence of one or more of the signs described here, the advice is to contact your trusted veterinarian.

Marta Albè

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