How to Become a Dog Trainer & Start a Business

The post How to Become a Dog Trainer & Start a Business by Rachel Brix, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified 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. Find a dog-training niche, such as working with dogs with behavioral issues, trick training or specific breed work. Then, join a professional dog-training organization and get as much experience in that sector as you can. The post How to Become a Dog Trainer & Start a Business by Rachel Brix, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified 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 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. There are a lot of variations of canine tumors and not all are created equal. Some tumors are less problematic for dogs, while others risk spreading throughout the body. Understanding common types of tumors, how they present and are treated, and symptoms to watch for, is essential in early treatment and intervention. Two main types of dog tumors Tumors are characterized as either benign or malignant: Benign tumors are noncancerous tumors that will not spread throughout the body. Malignant tumors are cancerous and have the ability to spread cancer throughout your dog’s body. Early intervention is a key component to treatment and recovery. An oral melanoma dog tumor, pictured above, are typically aggressive. Ask your veterinarian about the melanoma vaccine for dogs. © Claire Primo Common tumors in dogs include: Lipoma.Benign, fatty tumors that tend to be soft and mobile (not attached to your dog’s body wall) and range in size. Mast cell tumor (MCT). Malignant tumors that often look like warts or bug bites and can change in size. MCTs are most commonly seen in Boxers, Boston Terriers, Bull Terriers, and Pugs. Papilloma.Wart-like, viral tumors that typically appear in or around a dog’s mouth. Papillomas are benign but contagious between dogs and are typically characterized as whitish masses with cauliflower texture. Histiocytoma. A fast growing, benign tumor typically found in young dogs. These tumors are known for infection and ulceration, however tend to resolve on their own with time. Hemangiosarcoma. A highly malignant tumor stemming from blood vessels. This tumor often affects the liver, skin and spleen and commonly impacts senior pups. Osteosarcoma. Malignant tumor of the bones, osteosarcoma causes significant pain, often affecting a forelimb. Melanoma. Malignant tumors often found in the oral cavity of dogs and can be very aggressive. There is now a melanoma vaccine available to dogs diagnosed with this tumor! Sebaceous gland tumor. Raised nodules that originate from sebaceous glands. In rare cases, sebaceous cysts become malignant. Remember that no tumor should go unmonitored or forgotten! Symptoms Dog tumor symptoms will vary greatly depending on many factors and may include: Visualizing a lump or bump Limping Pain Low appetite Difficulty eating Vomiting or diarrhea Coughing Weight loss If your dog shows any of these symptoms, visit your veterinarian. Diagnosis The most common ways to diagnose dog tumors include: Fine needle aspirate (FNA). A fine needle aspirate (FNA) involves collecting samples of