Fido Fights Cancer

Chris Bauer Video on Nov 25, 2008 by from
Topics: Health, Television

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Humans and dogs have been partners for thousands of years. Now our canine friends are joining the fight against cancer. Researchers are training dogs to to smell cancer in the breath samples of human patients. And by studying cancers in dogs, we may discover new treatments for cancer in human and canine cancer patients.

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  • Chris Bauer

    It's hard to describe the emotions of hearing the words "Your dog has cancer." And it can be an interesting lesson when you externalize those emotions. Many people understand and sympathize. Others might be thinking "Dude, it's just a dog." For me, my dog Brodie is much more than "just a dog." For me he has been a constant companion and a dear friend.. my best pal through thick and thin. Losing him is tearing me apart. And so, when I saw this article, I was heartened. Maybe I'm not alone. For those of you in the same sad boat- Have a look-

    'Your Dog Has Cancer'
    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kerstin-picht/dog-cancer_b_1031526.html

  • jackson henry

    Bailey a 12 year old male lab was brought to OSVDH because he was having trouble breathing. During physical exam a growth was discovered. This growth was inhibiting his air intake. Within an hour, surgery was performed and Bailey was breathing normally. Cancer in Dogs