Cat & Dog Chemotherapy & Oncology in Annapolis, MD and Hunt Valley, MD
It can be scary when a beloved pet is diagnosed with cancer, but it doesn’t have to be. That’s because Atlantic Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology (AVIM&O) offers advanced treatment options, allowing pets to continue living life the way they did before the diagnosis. Our cat and dog chemotherapy and oncology services in Annapolis and Columbia involve treating cancer as well as preventing, diagnosing and researching it. We use the latest knowledge, protocols and treatments in veterinary medicine to completely understand the type of cancer your pet is going through.
We are pleased to have a board-certified and residency-trained team of veterinarians to provide state-of-the-art, compassionate medical care for pets. Our specialists are happy to discuss with you available treatment options in detail before deciding which one is most appropriate. Call us in Annapolis at (410) 224-0121 (option 2) or in Hunt Valley at (410) 828-0911 (option 2).
Cat and Dog Cancer Treatment Options
The following is a list of cat and dog cancer treatment services that we offer at AVIM&O:
- Chemotherapy: The use of an injectable or oral medication that kills cancer cells
- Immunotherapy: A form of therapy that stimulates a pet’s immune system to fight cancer cells
- Radiation therapy: Uses high-energy electrons or protons that penetrate the body to destroy cancer cells or prevent their spread (available at our Annapolis location with Veterinary Radiation Oncology of the Chesapeake)
- Stenting: Involves placing a stent (a tiny mesh-like, hollow tube that’s placed in a hollow structure in the body) to keep a structure in the body open. The following are the stenting procedures we can perform:
- Tracheal
- Urethral
- Esophageal
- Ureteral
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Cat and Dog Chemotherapy
The specific type of chemotherapy medication (injectable or oral) varies for each patient and depends on the type of cancer and the overall health of the pet. Unlike in human medicine, cat and dog chemotherapy usually has fewer side effects in our pets via the protocols chosen. This should be discussed with your pet’s oncologist, as it is a very common concern for our clients.
Prior to the first treatment, we’ll conduct a thorough medical history and review of your pet’s situation. Then, we perform a complete physical, discuss your concerns, and find answers to choose the best options for your pet. Throughout your pet’s care, there may be the need for additional tests, monitoring and updates that frequently accompany cancer treatments. These may include initial and reassessment ultrasound, CT, radiographs and blood work, as befits the situation. We work closely with pet owners and referring veterinarians to obtain the best results.