Summary: Should I enroll my dog in the Vaccination Against Canine Cancer Study (VACCS)? What else can I do to prevent my dog from getting cancer? We all love the idea of a cancer vaccine, even when it’s way too early to start celebrating. Dr. Demian Dressler discusses the hopes, fears, and realistic expectations of the VACCS dog cancer vaccine study. He also addresses other cancer preventative measures, including supplements and diet. Dr. Dressler is the author of today’s presenting podcast sponsor, The Dog Cancer Survival Guide: Full Spectrum Treatments to Optimize Your Dog’s Life Quality and Longevity by Dr. Demian Dressler and Dr. Susan Ettinger. Links and Resources Mentioned in Today’s Show: Here’s a link to the VACCS vaccine study, with a survey for enrollment https://studypages.com/s/vaccs-vaccination-against-canine-cancer-study-234565/ The supplement Dr. Dressler mentioned in the show is EverPup: https://everpup.com and Nutrocept Please see the chapters on Cancer Causes in The Dog Cancer Survival Guide for more detailed information on spay/neuter timing, obesity, vaccinations, and other prevention ideas. Also see the Appendix D on page 472 for a list of action items. About Today’s Guest, Dr. Demian Dressler Dr. Demian Dressler, DVM is internationally recognized as “the dog cancer vet” because of his innovations in the field of dog cancer management. A dynamic educator and speaker, Dr. Dressler is the author of the best-selling animal health book The Dog Cancer Survival Guide: Full Spectrum Treatments to Optimize Your Dog’s Life Quality and Longevity. Dr. Dressler is the owner of the accredited practice South Shore Veterinary Care, a full-service veterinary hospital in Maui, Hawaii, Dr. Dressler studied Animal Physiology and received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California at Davis before earning his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University. "Your dog does NOT have an expiration date, and there are things ALL cancers have in common that you can help fight. Imagine looking back at this time five years from now and not having a single regret." - Dr. D Other Links: If you would like to ask a dog cancer related question for one of our expert veterinarians to answer on a future Q&A episode, call our Listener Line at 808-868-3200. Dog Cancer News is a free weekly newsletter that contains useful information designed to help your dog with cancer. To sign up, please visit DogCancerNews.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
