The good news is that nearly all patients diagnosed with cancer have the potential to receive treatments that can improve outcomes and quality of life. Although we use the same drugs that are used in human oncology, the similarities in the chemotherapy experience stop there. In general, chemotherapy in dogs and cats is well tolerated. This is in part related to our goal to use protocols that maximize the quality of life, our use of supportive medical treatments and the resilience of our pet animals. Most pets will experience some mild and self-limiting side effects including decreased appetite, energy, and attitude that should not last longer than 24-48 hours. The risk for more significant side effects includes a 1:10 chance of vomiting and a 1:100 chance of life-threatening complications primarily associated with white blood cell suppression (neutropenia) and secondary infections. Our expectation is that the vast majority of dogs will have an excellent quality of life while on therapy. We are here to help serve you and your pet’s needs and look forward to helping you and your family. We encourage you to learn more about your pet’s treatment options by talking with one of our oncologists. Compassion, hope, and innovation is what we are known for, while we extend quality of life, one pet at a time. Please visit our website to learn more about our services, or give us a call to schedule a consultation. We look forward to helping you and your pet. The Oncology Service Springfield