Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Golden retriever with nasal cancer - how to care for them
By Shearer, Tamara S·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2011·Shearer Pet Health Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: A case report: caring for a golden retriever with nasal cancer.
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Plain-English summary
A 10-year-old golden retriever was diagnosed with nasal cancer after showing signs of difficulty breathing and nasal discharge. The veterinarian developed a comprehensive care plan that included regular check-ups and discussions with the owner about the dog's comfort and quality of life. Unfortunately, despite the palliative care efforts, the dog's condition worsened, leading to a difficult decision about euthanasia to prevent further suffering.
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Abstract
This article is a case report of a veterinarian caring for a golden retriever with nasal cancer. It addresses the 5-step strategy for comprehensive palliative and hospice care protocol, which organizes examinations, consultations, and conversations with clients. The case report presents diagnosis, treatment, and euthanasia.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21601757/