If you and your dog are on a cancer journey or you’re grieving a furry friend, this is the episode for you. I chat with Diane, a very special pet patient’s mom, about her Golden Retriever, Apple—a former show dog, squirrel enthusiast, born emotional support pet, and Instagram influencer. After Apple was diagnosed with cardio hemangiosarcoma, Diane pulled out all the stops to give her the best holistic care possible and find the right vets to support her. Diane shares the journey they went on together, what options exist for cancer pet parents, and the lesson Apple taught her that allowed her to find joy again after Apple passed. 

KEY INSIGHTS: 

The benefit of being proactive with cancer testing.  

How you need to find the right team for the approach you want to take to treat your pet's cancer. 

The power of medicinal mushrooms.  

Dr. Lily shares how she believes pets are our teachers. 

The special Chinese herb you need to have on hand for emergencies if your pet has hemangiosarcoma. 

And the message Apple sent her mum that allowed her to find joy again after Apple passed. 

RESOURCES: 

We’ve gathered all of the episodes related to cancer on the My Dog is Better than Your Dog podcast. Just mail us at [email protected] and ask for the cancer pets podcast playlist, and we’ll send it to you to make gathering resources for your pet easier 🐶💜

FOLLOW: 

Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com 

Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen

Dr. Trina: @greennileinc

Apple: @apple_thegolden