A caller wonders if treating early with oral melanoma in dogs helps with outcomes. Dr. Brooke Britton says yes, this aggressive cancer can develop rapidly, but early detection and treatment can make a significant difference. Learn about the latest treatments, including surgery and the innovative melanoma vaccine, and how they can improve outcomes for dogs with this diagnosis.

👉 This episode is packed with helpful insights for any dog lover!

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Related Links:

Our article about oral melanoma: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/types-of-dog-cancer/oral-melanoma-in-dogs/ 

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

00:15 – Listener Question from Marjorie

01:00 – Early Detection and Why It Matters

02:30 – Surgical Options for Oral Melanoma

05:00 – Melanoma Vaccine Explained

09:00 – A Remarkable Success Story

10:30 – Managing Risk with the Melanoma Vaccine

12:00 – Chemotherapy’s Role in Melanoma Treatment

14:00 – Outro and Resources

Get to know Dr. Brooke Britton: https://www.dogcancer.com/people/brooke-britton-dvm-dacvim-oncology/

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