Enviormental and Food Toxins
Do a screening of your household. Exposure to chemicals in the enviorment and even small doses of chemical additives and preservatives can build up and be carcinogenic. Look around your house and get rid of any toxins. You can read labels and it will tell you , if harmful to children or pets.
Genetics
Due to improper breeding practices certain breeds of dogs are genetically prone to canine cancer. These breeds are:
Golden Retrievers
Laborador Retrievers
Rottweilers
Bermese Mountain Dogs
Boxers
When choosing a pet, question the breeder as to the incidence of cancer in the line. Also, ALWAYS AVOID puppy mills!!!!
Over Vaccinations
This can weaken, not strengthen your pets immune system. As our pet ages, so do the vaccines required. Have this discussion with your vet to have a plan to vaccinate. This should not occur automatically every year. Only vaccinate for the diseases that are prevalent in your area.
With our seniors, we are ahead of any issues, right??
We want to keep these guys around as long as we can, with a good quality of life.
LONG LIVE THE SENIOR DOG!!!
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