8 Common Types of Dog Tumors: Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

The post 8 Common Types of Dog Tumors: Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment by Claire Primo, CVT, ACMT, FFCP appeared first on Dogster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com. Treatment options vary depending on whether your dog’s tumor is benign or malignant. Here are descriptions of the eight most common types of dog tumors with pictures and early detection tips. The post 8 Common Types of Dog Tumors: Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment by Claire Primo, CVT, ACMT, FFCP appeared first on Dogster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com. The post How to Choose the Best Vegan Dog Food by Jessica Peralta appeared first on Dogster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com. Turning your dog vegan is a controversial topic. But as more humans contemplate plant-based lifestyles themselves, it becomes a relevant idea for dog parents. Dr. Ilana Halperin, chief of service for Community Medicine at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in California, says since dogs are omnivores, it is possible for a vegan diet to contain all the vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates and fats needed for a healthy diet. “But in practice, meeting a dog’s protein, amino acid and macro and micronutrient needs is complex and can be difficult to do properly when meat is eliminated from the diet,” she says. Look for these criteria when buying vegan dog food Dr. Marybeth Minter, who offers nutritional counseling at Mariposa Veterinary Service in Utah, says there are an increasing number of vegan dog food brands coming to the market. As you find more vegan dog food options on the pet store shelves, seek out the brands that perform a complete diet nutrient analysis, which is extremely important when there’s no meat protein source. © JackF / Getty Images “It’s best to not just feed straight kibble,” she says. “There are good canned selections on the market. There are some formulas that have some organic ingredients.” When choosing vegan dog food, Dr. Halperin suggests following these criteria: Choose a reputable brand that has done extensive testing and feeding trials on their finished product. Find a complete-and-balanced diet that meets Association of American Feed Control Officials(AAFCO) or European Pet Food Industry Federation (FEDIAF) guidelines, and the finished product should meet their nutrient profiles. The pet food company should employ a veterinary nutritionist or a nutritionist with a PhD in animal The diet should be formulated by the veterinary nutritionist trained in pet food formulation or someone with an advanced degree in animal nutrition. The manufacturer should perform ingredient validation, final diet nutrient analysis, toxicology, bacteriology and packaging/shelf-life screenings prior to, during and after manufacturing. Try these vegan dog foods If dog parents opt for a vegan lifestyle for their pets, what are some options? These three vegan dog foods meet the expert criteria mentioned above: Harvey’s Canine Health Miracle Dog Food lends itself well to a vegan diet for canines because it allows for protein rotation in a nutrient-dense pre-mix. In fact, longtime vegan, actress Alicia Silverstone details in her blog how she makes her own dogs’ vegan diet with this food. It’s a blend of six organic grains and nine dehydrated vegetables