Risk factors for pet cancers
Companion animals fill people’s lives with joy, so is it any wonder so many households are home to pets big and small? Pet owners never want to think about a time when their animals become ill, but it is important that they recognize that certain medical conditions affect pets, and some are at higher risk of illness than others. Data from the Veterinary Cancer Society indicates that cancer is a notable health challenge for domestic animals. Roughly one in four dogs and one in five cats will develop cancer during their lifetimes, with the disease accounting for around 47% of deaths ...