Canine Lymphoma is a common malignant cancer in middle-aged dogs. Although it can affect any breed, Golden Retrievers are more at risk of developing this type of cancer. What are the treatment options for canine lymphoma? chemotherapy Canine lymphoma are highly responsive to chemotherapy. Multi-agent chemotherapy protocols that use a combination of drugs are more effective than monotherapy (single drug) chemotherapy protocols. At least 80% of dogs with multi-agent chemotherapy protocols are treated in remission for at least a year. Although second remission may be possible, it is shorter than the first remission. Some cancer cells have become resistant to the initial drugs are used, you will find the correct protocol for the following Decree is only through trial and error. There is no one that the protocol works best. Although multi-agent protocols to increase life span, they are toxic and costly than single-agent protocols. The success of chemotherapy depends on the location of the tumor, clinical staging and welfare of the dog at the time of diagnosis. Lymphoma of the thymus (mediastinal lymphoma) and bone marrow reduce the chances of remission. Dogs that do not feel sick or show clinical symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, etc) on first diagnosed with lymphoma seem to do better with chemotherapy. Most dogs do not suffer from side effects of chemotherapy. The most common side effects include vomiting, anorexia, diarrhea and anemia. Even if a dog has side effects, they are generally mild. It is rare for dogs of serious side effects, suffer the hospitalization required. prednisone Prednisone is a type of corticosteroid that provides 2-3 months of remission. It is used when the dog is not a candidate for chemotherapy or farmers can not afford the high cost of chemotherapy. ‘/ P> Although not as effective as multi-agent-chemotherapy protocols, prednisone alone the dog’s life more pleasant. There is not much help extend the life span. prednisone treatment reduces the efficacy of chemotherapy, it should not be used before chemotherapy. Canine Bone Transplant Barrow This treatment was used heavily in human patients with lymphoma. North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is the first university in this treatment of canine lymphoma . Healthy stem cells from peripheral blood and bone marrow are harvested. The dog has to undergo a total body radiation to kill remaining cancer cells before harvesting stem cells are transplanted into it. The cure rate is at least 30%. Because now is bone marrow transplantation is the only c Anine lymphoma treatment that offers a cure. If your dog has lymphoma, you can consult your vet on the best treatment option. It is up to you whether you want to treat your dog. Some questions you should ask yourself are: – Can the cost of treatment? – How old is your dog? – is your dog currently suffering and pain? – do the benefits outweigh the risks of treatment?