FAQ’s

Will my pet be sick on chemotherapy?
Our primary aim is to promote your pet’s quality of life at all times. In general, dogs and cats tolerate chemotherapy much better than people and nausea or vomiting is rare with the treatments used in veterinary oncology. Occasionally an animal will be more sensitive and in such cases we always take steps to minimise problems.

Will my pet be bald?
Cats and most dogs do not become bald from chemotherapy because unlike people their hair is not growing continuously. Fur that is shaved may not regrow while on chemotherapy and fur in a radiation treatment field may not regrow or may grow back white. Certain dog breeds, such as poodles and Old English sheepdogs, may lose much more hair during chemotherapy. When hair is lost it will typically grow back when chemotherapy finishes.

Is my pet going to be ill and unhappy for the rest of their life if I treat them?
We aim to cure your pet of their cancer. Where this is not possible we aim to give your pet as much good quality time with you as possible.

If I come for a consultation, do I have to treat my pet’s cancer?
No. The final decision on which, if any, treatment option is chosen belongs to the pet’s family. We will give you the most accurate information available on what you can expect with different treatment options and so enable you to make your own informed choices for your pet.

Is treating cancer expensive?
Some treatments are more expensive than others. When oncologists discuss treatment options they will also give expected costs associated with them..