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Why Is Cancer Killing Our Pets [Paperback]

Deborah Straw (Author)
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In the U.S., cancer is the second leading cause of death in humans but the number one killer of pets, primarily cats and dogs. After losing four pets to four different forms of cancer, longtime journalist and animal lover Deborah Straw decided to investigate the matter further. The result of her considerable and careful research is Why Is Cancer Killing Our Pets?: How You Can Protect and Treat Your Animal Companion. Without endorsing any particular form of care, but stressing the value of expert intervention, Straw discusses cancer prevention, traditional and alternative cancer treatments and how to cope with the loss of a pet to this relentless disease.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

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. . . a good resource for those interested in creating the healthiest environment possible for their four-legged companions. -- Kathleen Head, Alternative Medicine Review, Vol. 6, Supplement, 2001

. . . clear, concise, and revealing. . . . [the] compassionate ending to a well-researched book is, in itself, worth the price. -- Neil L. Mace, Field Trail Magazine, Fall 2001

. . . she also offers evidence in a journalistically sound manner - that environmental factors, diet and vaccines also contribute. -- Steve Dale, GoodNewsforPets.com

An excellent reference for every pet owner's bookshelf. -- Pet Times, March 2001

Straw offers a thoughtful and balanced exploration of everyting from surgery to holistic remedies, emphasizing prevention, cure and treatment. -- Catfancy, April 2001, Vol. 44 No. 4

Straw's book is the first to bring together much needed and encouraging information, in depth, in one reference volume. -- Rita M. Reynolds, Townsend Letter for Doctors & Patients, August/September 2001

This thorough guide to every aspect of the disease in animals is the result of her search for answers. -- Pet New Zealand, September 2001

Without endorsing any particular form of care, but stressing the value of expert intervention, Straw discusses cancer prevention, traditional and alternative cancer treatments and how to cope with the loss of a pet to this relentless disease. -- Publishers Weekly, Jan. 22, 2001
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Start, but you'll need to buy additional books, Mar 2 2003
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This review is from: Why Is Cancer Killing Our Pets (Paperback)
I found the book easy to read and full of facts which served as a basis for me to expand my research. It is one of the better books I have read on dog cancer and alternative treatments. A positive point is that the book was not technical; it was easy to understand. It also provided some good references. However, I feel that the book cannot stand on its own as a guide for treatment or selecting alternative treatments and I was disappointed numerous times.

There were also areas where I felt the author should have included more information. For example, she referenced Vitamin C - rather than providing multiple examples of how Vitamin C saved dogs, I would have preferred some guidance on the various types of Vitamin C so I know which one I should purchase? Calcium Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Ester-C, Sodium Ascorbate? What are the differences?

Another area of disappointment was that there was almost nothing on prednisone. Recently in talking to many folks whose dogs have been diagnosed with cancer, they leave the vet's office with prednisone when chemo is rejected as an alternative. The book was not helpful in this area at all. I am no wiser than before I read the book.

Above are just two of many examples where I felt the book did not contain sufficient information.

I began to question the accuracy of information in the book when I came to the section on chiropratics. I am familiar with chiropractics and was disappointed that she used incorrect terminology, did not seem to have her facts correct and referenced negative examples only. If she was not an advocate of chiropractics or was not familiar with the topic, she should have written nothing rather than to print inaccurate information.

I'm glad I bought and read the book; but I'm also glad it was not very expensive because I had to buy other books to fill in the gaps of missing information, as I cited above. I plan recommend the book to friends who have dogs with cancer. Although it is not an outstanding book, it is better than most I have read.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Important Book for all Pet Owners, Feb 15 2002
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I recommend that all pet owners should read this book in order to do all they can to protect their loved furry ones from preventable cancer. However, I did find that some of the information in the book was more speculative than fact, so it is necessary to do some additional research on some topics before drastically changing your pet's lifestyle.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Why is Cancer Killing Our Pets?: How You Can Protect and Tre, Jun 18 2001
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I recently discovered my beloved Rottie has cancer and this book helped me learn of the many options out there for treatment and how much of a problem companion animal cancer is becoming. It helped me center myself and get a better idea of the directions I could go. This book also helped me understand what to do from here on out, to help all my companion animals so that they live a healthy life. It explained the importance of a good, not overly processed diet. I am a board member of an animal protection organzation and have had dogs my entire life, and even with that I learned so much more from this book. If you love your animals read this book for them, it could change their lives and yours!!!
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