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 Vol. II, Issue #10  Free Newsletter-Published Monthly by SparkyFightsBack.com

October, 2006         holism

Recent News, Events and Tips on Animal Cancer
Compiled For All Animal Caretakers by Josée Clerens and John Clifton, Co-Authors of "Sparky Fights Back: A Little Dog's Big Battle Against Cancer"

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fact of the month: 

According to the Journal of Small Animal Practice, mammary tumors are the most frequently encountered tumors in female dogs. By spaying your dog, mammary cancer may be prevented.

AUTHORS' CORNER

New Book on Vaccinations

We've been busy - and we're so excited!  The reason for both of these conditions is John's new book: Stop the Shots! : Are Vaccinations Killing Our Pets? 

We've just seen the advance proof that goes out to reviewers and the media, and we think this book is going to be very successful. Believe it or not, it was this very newsletter that spawned the idea for a book on pet vaccinations! Readers like you emailed us about the topic, and started a real discussion in these pages -- which led us to do more and more research. And here is the result:

Click for more information on STOP THE SHOTS!Stop the Shots! is due out on December 1st, 2006.

John wanted a compact, easy-to-read volume that would simply, yet completely, lay out the facts (pro and con) about vaccinating dogs and cats. The idea was to write an inexpensive book designed for every pet owner, explaining the realities and warning about the dangers of overdoing the vaccinations. Included are the latest protocols and expert advice from many quarters -- both traditional and holistic.

   The purpose is not to indoctrinate, but to inform.

   We hope that this book, by educating animal caretakers, will help prevent all the various maladies that shots can trigger --from allergies to vaccinosis to cancer. If just one case  like our Sparky's  is prevented, we'll feel more than gratified.  We wish that every puppy or kitten came with this book.

   For more information about the Stop the Shots!, there's a new Web site at www.StopTheShots.com.  There you can see just what the book includes and take a peek inside. There's a page where you can pre-order a copy, but we suggest you wait till the November newsletter. We'd like to offer a special price to our loyal readers, and will have the details of that discount set up by then. 

Wishing you and your pets the best of health --

"Success in all your battles,"

    -- Josée and John

Got ideas? We would like to hear from you! authors@sparkyfightsback.com .  


VETERINARY HOLISM

Is There a Divide Between Traditional and Holistic Vets? 

When a dog gets cancer, we always suggest that caretakers start setting up a TEAM of medical professionals -- and we suggest that the team include a traditional oncologist AND a holistic veterinarian. But many dog owners often seem to decide on going one way or the other -- orthodox or holistic. Often we see folks who go "ballistic holistic," and totally mistrust conventional veterinary medicine.

"Regular vets are in the pocket of the drug companies" say some, "Their medicines are all chemicals, and do more harm than good."

Other owners opine that "Holistic doctors are quacks," or "too way out there." 

The truth is, we think, both disciplines are useful, both must be considered. If you choose chemotherapy, radiation or surgery, a holistic vet might have some very good suggestions on reducing the side effects and speeding recovery. A holistic vet might plan a special cancer diet for your pet that your oncologist would probably appreciate.

Some cancers can be, and have been, cured holistically. For a dog with mast cell tumors, for example, I would certainly look into Neoplasene, which we discussed last month in our piece on bloodroot.

Some cases of cancer can be cured fairly simply with surgery. In such a case, holism, while not primary, can offer worthwhile complementary benefit.

Some cancers, such as lymphoma, defy complete cures by any method. We say, if neither traditional nor holistic treatment can reliably offer the possibility of a successful outcome, then why rely on either singly? 

So, we urge caretakers of cancer dogs to at least investigate, at least consider complementing one discipline with the other. For finding veterinary help near you, these links might help:


NEWS BITS

Dog is Women's Best Friend

Margie, a Boston terrier-French bulldog mix, has her own ID badge for her trips to Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She also wears a pink-ribbon breast cancer awareness pin, because she survived breast cancer and a double mastectomy. . .
full story. . .

Letting Go Gracefully

Buddy, a Rottweiler, has the look of nobility that takes 13 years to earn. His enormous head rests happily on Alan Werner's lap, the big dog's face relaxed and content. But this moment is bittersweet for Alan and his wife, Danna, who live in Troutdale. Their grand old dog has cancer. . .
full story. . .

Woman Convinced Dog Diagnosed Her Breast Cancer

Heidi RobertsonA woman in Westminster is thanking her dog for helping her find the breast cancer she will be treated for next week. There has been literature about dogs' ability to detect cancer since back in 1989. . .
full story. . .


MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
This newsletter is for informational purposes only, and the intent is to provide sources of possible veterinary assistance, treatments and other help for owners of animals with cancer. The authors do not in any way endorse or make claims for any of the medical personnel, medical facilities, treatments, therapies, medicines, or methods recommended, described or quoted herein. Nothing herein should be deemed to be medical or veterinary advice, since no doctors or veterinarians are employed by or connected with this publication. Visitors are directed to consult with licensed veterinarians for all medical advice. Although every effort is made to avoid factual errors, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of any of the content of publication.

 

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