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Cancer.
If you ever feel the need for a second opinion after seeing a doctor, you may want to take a swim in the ocean, because a dolphin could figure out that you're sick before anyone else. That's what happened to Patricia Stoops when she swam with dolphins during a cruise. One dolphin in particular, named Keppler, seemed to think something was wrong with Stoops, and wouldn't leave her alone. It even led the trainer to ask Stoops if she was there as part of a Make-a-Wish wish fulfillment. Stoops thought herself to be in perfect health, but only a week later, an unusual chest pain sent her to the doctor, and she was diagnosed with lung cancer. The cancer was treated successfully, and Stoops credits ...
Common Health Conditions in Senior Dogs
As with people, certain diseases become more likely as dogs age. Kidney disease, heart disease, cancer and diabetes are among the ones that are of greatest concern. RELATED: Most Common Health Conditions in Senior Cats…
13 Most Prevalent Dog Illnesses & How to Prevent Them
Over 150 years ago, the first case of E.P.I., exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, was discovered in dogs. While it isn't extremely common, the occurrence of this illness has increased in recent years. According to the College of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University, nearly 8,000 dogs in the United States are…
Hero Pets: Cancer Detection & Cancer Therapy Edition
Although humans and animals have shared a close connection for ages, the first instance of Animal Assisted Therapy was recorded in the 18th century. Dogs, cats and other animals not only have therapeutic effects on humans' physical and mental health, their presence also serves as a preventive care measure. Cancer patients have…
Newlywed Couple Cancel Honeymoon to Pay for Bulldog's Cancer Treatment
Just before Claire and Ceri Morgan flew off on their honeymoon, they learned that their American Bulldog Teeto had cancer and needed treatment that would cost more than £7,000. As a result, the South Wales newlyweds cancelled their vegas honeymoon so they could pay for an operation, according to The Daily Mail. Without…
Adorable Puppies Are Trained to Save Lives at New Center
Just when you thought puppies couldn't get any cuter, now they are being trained to save lives too. According to Gothamist, the Penn Vet Working Dog Center has started a program that will study and aid detection dogs. Each of the seven puppies chosen to take part will be trained in the detection of bombs, missing people and…
