The Facts on Pet Cancer
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Cancer accounts for nearly 50% of pet deaths each year. Source: Veterinary Oncology & Hematology Center |
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Cancer is the #1 natural cause of death in older dogs and cats. Source: Veterinary Oncology & Hematology Center |
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Dogs get cancer at the roughly the same rate as humans. Source: AVMA Web Site |
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1 in 4 dogs die of cancer. Source: Morris Animal Foundation Web Site |
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Over 50% of the dogs over 10 years old will die of cancer. Source: DogTopics.com |
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Just like in humans, cancer can occur in virtually any part of your dog's body. Source: DogTopics.com |
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Approximately 1 in 4 dogs develop a tumor of some kind during his lifetime. Source: DogTopics.com |
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The cause of cancer in pets, just like people, is largely unknown. Source: Veterinary Oncology & Hematology Center |
