Tumors

Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Lipomas: Also Known as "Lumps and Bumps"
Dogs and cats commonly develop “lumps and bumps” just about anywhere on or under the skin. Because what feels like a “fatty mass” or lipoma may in fact be something much worse, it is always advisable to have it checked out by your family veterinarian.
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Jonah's Story: Solving The Mystery
A Beagle named Jonah with a sore back prompts Dr. Phil Zeltzman to dig deeper. Finding an enlarged mass on the spinal cord, he operates and save Jonah's life.
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Life and Death Decisions: Jada's Story
The parents of a 16-year old cat plead with Dr. Phil Zeltzman to perform surgery on a tumor despite the risks and certain decrease in the cat's quality of life.
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Why a Little Limp or Lameness is Important to Get Checked Out!
Every dog or cat will at some point limp or appear to be lame.
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Pet Seizures Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Pet Seizures
What is a seizure?
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Epilepsy and Seizure Control
Watching your dog experience a seizure can be a scary thing, and for good reason: seizures are usually very intense, and if your dog has one, you
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Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs
Hemangiosarcoma is a form of malignant cancer that arises from the cells that line blood vessels of various tissues of the body.
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Retinal Detachment in Cats or Dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Retinal Detachment in Cats or Dogs
The retina is the light-sensitive tissue that lines the inner surface of the eye. When it becomes detached from the tissue supporting it, a very serious situation exists.
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Lipomas in Dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Lipomas in Dogs
Lipomas are benign, non-cancerous tumors that can develop anywhere. While ugly, lipomas are generally not harmful to a dog and are part of aging.
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Lipomas in Cats Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Lipomas in Cats
Lipomas are benign, non-cancerous tumors that can develop anywhere. While ugly, lipomas are generally not harmful to a cat and are part of aging.
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