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What a nasty cancer this is..... I have had 2 of my rescue boys present with this.

I am by no means an expert on testicular cancer, but will share with you what I know.

1. An un-desexed male dog has an 80% higher chance of getting testicular cancer.

2. This type of cancer's fuel source is carbohydrates. There is a special diet food - Hills N/D . Dog bikkies are out, as is the morning piece of toast.....

3. Heaps of anti oxidants in his diet is beneficial, such as: veggies, garlic and fish. Might not do much for his breath tho'

4. Eventhough I did all this, I lost my boys about 2 years after surgery. This type of cancer has a history of moving to the liver.

Do I regret rescuing these old boys with a known cancer?
HELL NO !!!! Although years on, I still think of them daily and miss them dearly.

CML - Very sorry to hear about your 2 boys that have had to deal with this disease.

Just a quick note on the Hills Science Diet A/D - this diet is not meant to be used on a long-term basis. It's just too rich and will quickly put weight on your pet if used regularly. Science Diet does, however, make a prescription diet for patients with cancer called N/D. This diet is safe to use long-term and is low in carbohydrates.

Good on you for rescuing pets in need of good homes!

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Elias Gumpel, DVM, Diplomate ACVR (RO)
Specialist Radiation Oncology
Brisbane Veterinary Specialist Centre

So sorry, I did mean the N/D range........ its been a few years. tnx