Lotus Pet Oncology

⭐️Vet friends in need of some extra CE⭐️

Check out my online lecture on Introvet, which is accessible anytime, anywhere, for free. I'll also be speaking in Denver in July. 😊

What are the available options for something like this? Do we have any alternatives to consider?

This is an extensive lesion with no easy options. But in other, less severe lesions we have lots of things to consider. Not sure what? Reach out for help!

Lotus Pet Oncology is here to help! Schedule a consultation today & learn what the options are for your pet. 🐶🐾🐱

MAST CELL TUMORS (MCT) are the most
common skin tumor in dogs.

👀 MCT can look like anything, be soft or firm , & occur anywhere on the body.

💉A sample must be taken via an aspirate to make a diagnosis. You can’t tell what it is by look or feel.

💜 Mast cells are characterized by bright pink-purple granules under the microscope.

👎🏻 MCT can spread so tests are usually done to rule it out. The most important test is to check the local lymph node.

🔪 Surgery to remove the MCT mass is the best option for treatment. Some tumors are large in size or located a tricky spot and removal may not be possible.

💊 Follow up with chemotherapy is recommended afterwards in some cases. Including high grade MCT or ones that have spread.

If your pet has a MCT schedule a consult today to get more information!

🐾 CANCER FACTS 🐾

-1 in 4 dogs and 1 in 5 cats will develop cancer 🐈‍⬛
-Dogs get cancer at about the same rate as humans ♋️
- #1 cause of death in older pets ☠️
-The cause is often unknown 🤷🏻‍♀️
-Early diagnosis & treatment is key 🔑

Get the information you need today at Lotus Pet Oncology

I had the pleasure of treating this handsome, sweet dog for 2 different types cancers. His journey was over a year and a half and he lived life to the fullest. Dogs on chemo should have an amazing life with excellent quality, which is exactly what we want. 💙

✨Kitty magic✨
Cats are something special. They’re feisty & tough and tolerate chemo like champs. This cat was diagnosed with lymphoma in its mouth (which is a very unusual diagnosis for an oral mass in a cat). It looked incredible after 1 dose of chemo!

Big brown eyes and a heart of gold. I had an amazing journey with this girl. 💛🐾

There are many option for treating a dog or cat with cancer. It doesn’t always mean they’re coming in all the time for injections and treatments. Quality of life always comes first & every day counts! 🩵🐾

This weekend I was in South Carolina showcasing how Lotus Pet Oncology can change how pets get care for cancer (with coffee). 😊☕️

It’s like having an oncologist at your fingertips. I’m here to help you!!!!!! Don’t struggle - let’s make it easy. Reach out and I’ll help you. 🩵

I love puppies 🥰

I treated two of this owners other dogs (also Bernese Mountain Dogs) and today she surprised me with a visit from this little nugget named Nacho.

Pets with cancer deserve a little extra TLC including a tiara and maybe even a stroller! 👑💗

Calling all pet owner & veterinarians! 📣⭐️

If you have a pet or patient with cancer you now have a virtual oncology option! I’m here to help you navigate the diagnosis, offer suggestions for additional testing, & discuss treatment options. You don’t have wait months to see someone in person or hours. I’m here to help - let’s work together!

Bone cancer in dogs usually affects large breed dogs (Dobermans, Rottweilers, Great Danes, etc). Osteosarcoma is more common in males and can affect young or older dogs.

The symptoms include lameness and swelling. If lameness and pain becomes suddenly worse, I always check for a fracture of the bone with an X-ray.

eta: these photos are not from the same dog

Don’t you just want to squish his belly? 😸🧡

I don’t treat as many cats as dogs, but they get cancer too. The most common cancer in cats is lymphoma. Lymphoma commonly involves their intestinal tract so any new symptoms like vomiting or weight loss should be checked by a veterinarian.

Say cheese! This dog has to to have a portion of her jaw bone removed to treat a tumor of the mouth. Most pet owners find the idea of this really scary but she’s doing great and doesn’t even notice there’s a piece missing! 🧀😄🐶

Say cheese! This dog had to to have a portion of her jaw bone removed to treat a tumor in her mouth. Most pet owners find the idea of this surgery really scary, but she’s doing great and doesn’t even notice there’s a piece missing! 🧀😄🐶

Have you ever wondered what it looks like to give a cat chemotherapy? This cat was so purrfect. 🐱💉

You can’t see me….

I hope you never have a pet diagnosed with cancer. But if you do, I am here to make it easier for you. I can meet with you virtually and discuss all of your options and answer your questions.

My patients leave a lasting mark on my heart. This is Oreo - I treated him circa 2005 and I'll always remember him with a big smile on my face!

This $10 tool is essential for my everyday practice. It's a caliper I use to measure tumors so that I can keep track of the size to determine if treatment is working.

Large breed dogs are at risk for bone cancer. This lovely lady is being treated monthly with a bone strengthening infusion that also offers pain relief called zoledronate. She's going strong 9 months after her diagnosis!