The word “cancer” strikes fear into the hearts of all pet owners. It’s the very last thing that you want to hear your veterinarian say when you take your beloved feline companion in for a problem. Unfortunately, cancer in cats does occur more than anyone would like, and it’s good to know as much about it as you can in case you are ever given the horrible news.

In the last post I wrote about the importance of diet and cancer treatment. I wanted to include a basic diet that could be used if your beloved pup is dealing with dog cancer. In Chinese medicine, cancer is considered a form of stagnant, toxic heat. The principles involve using foods to clear heat and relieve stagnation.