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Is My Dog in Pain After Surgery? Yes … and You Can Help! | Tasha McNerney #298
Certified veterinary pain practitioner Tasha McNerney talks about the importance of managing pain in dogs after surgery. She goes over common concerns pet parents have about pain meds, the risks of skipping them, and practical tips for ensuring a smooth recovery. From understanding how pain signals affect the brain to the benefits of preemptive pain control, this episode is packed with actionable advice.
Key Topics Covered:
Why pain control is crucial for dogs post-surgery
The risks of stopping pain medications too early
How chronic pain can alter a dog’s behavior
Preemptive pain management: Why it matters
Recognizing signs of pain in your dog
The role of nutrition in recovery
Additional therapies like massage, acupuncture, and supplements
Your Voice Matters!
If you have a question for our team, or if you want to share your own hopeful dog cancer story, we want to hear from you! Go to https://www.dogcancer.com/ask to submit your question or story, or call our Listener Line at +1 808-868-3200 to leave a question.
Related Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2w5AyaLqrw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvA7W9XlciM
Related Links:
Pain management overview article: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/side-effects/pain-management-for-dogs/
Cerenia article: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/drugs/cerenia-for-dogs/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Meet Tasha McNerney
02:15 Acute vs. Chronic Pain
04:00 Why Pain Meds
06:30 Untreated Pain
09:15 Sedation
11:45 Preventing Pain
14:00 Recognizing Pain
16:15 Behavioral Changes
18:45 Dogs with Cancer
20:15 Nutrition’s Healing Role
23:00 Eating Again
24:45 Acupuncture and Massage
25:30 Closing Thoughts and Resources
Get to know Tasha McNerney: https://www.dogcancer.com/people/tasha-mcnerney-bs-cvt-cvpp-vts-anesthesia/
For more details, articles, podcast episodes, and quality education, go to the episode page: https://www.dogcancer.com/podcast/
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24 Nov 2025
Dog Cancer Success Story: Indy’s Golden Legacy and Inspiring Impact | Dr. Mike Lappin, Kimberly Peri #297
Indy, a Golden Retriever and participant in the groundbreaking Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, left a profound legacy in the fight against canine cancer. Join Molly Jacobson as she talks with Indy’s mom, Kim Peri, and Dr. Mike Lappin about Indy's journey with lymphoma, the challenges of his treatment, and the incredible community that has formed around the study. Discover the lessons learned from this longitudinal research and how it’s shaping the future of cancer treatment for dogs. This heartfelt episode highlights the enduring impact one dog can make.
Highlights:
• Introduction to Indy and his diagnosis of T-cell lymphoma.
• Insights into the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study and its goals.
• Dr. Mike Lappin’s role in the study and his efforts with the DNA Repository.
• Kim’s reflections on Indy's unique legacy and the supportive community.
• Lessons learned about spay/neuter timing, cancer risks, and proactive care.
Your Voice Matters!
If you have a question for our team, or if you want to share your own hopeful dog cancer story, we want to hear from you! Go to https://www.dogcancer.com/ask to submit your question or story, or call our Listener Line at +1 808-868-3200 to leave a question.
Related Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEvFhsC_TyY
Related Links:
Morris Animal Foundation’s Dog Cancer Research podcast episode: https://www.dogcancer.com/podcast/trials-and-research/morris-animal-foundations-dog-cancer-research-dr-janet-patterson-kane-deep-dive/
Golden Retriever Lifetime Study: https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/golden-retriever-lifetime-study
Golden Retriever DNA Repository: https://grca.org/about-the-breed/health-research/dna-repository/
OFA DNA Repository: https://ofa.org/about/dna-repository/
The Golden Retriever Foundation: https://goldenretrieverfoundation.org/GRF/
Canine Valley Fever Project: http://www.caninevalleyfeverproject.com/
PetDx Clinical Studies: https://petdx.com/clinical-studies/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:30 - Introducing Kim Peri and Dr. Mike Lappin
01:15 - Meeting Indy: A Secret Santa Story
02:30 - Indy's Lymphoma Diagnosis
04:00 - Inside the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study
07:15 - What We’ve Learned About Spay/Neuter Timing
12:00 - The Emotional Connection Between Participants
16:45 - DNA Repository: Advancing Canine Research
22:00 - Indy's Final Days: A Family’s Farewell
28:00 - Kim’s Advocacy for Dog Cancer Research
34:15 - Continuing Indy's Legacy: Joining New Studies
40:00 - How Training Builds Bonds Between Dogs and Humans
45:30 - The Community of the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study
53:00 - Closing Reflections: A Dog’s Impact on the Heart
Get to know Dr. Mike Lappin: https://www.dogcancer.com/people/mike-lappin-dvm/
Get to know Kim Peri: https://www.dogcancer.com/people/kimberly-a-peri/
For more details, articles, podcast episodes, and quality education, go to the episode page: https://www.dogcancer.com/podcast/
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10 Nov 2025
Lost Pets, Free Vaccines, and Cancer Research: Petco Love's Game-Changing Initiatives | Susanne Kogut #296
Susanne Kogut, President of Petco Love, talks about their inspiring mission to help pets and their people. Learn how Petco Love supports dog cancer research, funds treatment for pet parents in need, and even pioneers groundbreaking initiatives like lost pet facial recognition and free vaccination drives.
Topics Covered:
• Why the Petco Foundation became Petco Love
• Petco Love Lost: The lost-and-found pet database revolution
• 1 million free vaccines for dogs and cats: How it’s saving lives
• $18 million invested in dog cancer research and subsidized treatments
• Groundbreaking immunotherapy and ultrasound research for canine cancer
• How you can support Petco Love’s mission
Donate:
Support Petco Love’s life-saving initiatives by donating at your local Petco store, online at https://www.petcolove.org, or during checkout at Petco’s online store.
Your Voice Matters!
If you have a question for our team, or if you want to share your own hopeful dog cancer story, we want to hear from you! Go to https://www.dogcancer.com/ask to submit your question or story, or call our Listener Line at +1 808-868-3200 to leave a question.
Related Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEvFhsC_TyY
Related Links:
Petco Love: https://petcolove.org/
Petco Love Lost: https://petcolove.org/lost/
Petco Love Care vaccination program: https://petcolove.org/care/
Morris Animal Foundation: https://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/
Mosby Foundation: https://themosbyfoundation.org/programs/
FACE Foundation: https://face4pets.org/
Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA: https://www.caspca.org/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:15 - From Petco Foundation to Petco Love
03:00 - Love Lost: A New Solution for Lost Pets
06:30 - Free Vaccination Drive for Preventable Diseases
09:15 - Petco Love’s $18 Million Dog Cancer Initiative
12:00 - Cutting-Edge Canine Cancer Research Highlights
14:30 - Immunotherapy Vaccines for Dogs with Lymphoma
16:00 - Breakthroughs in Focused Ultrasound Technology
18:45 - Subsidized Cancer Treatment Programs at Top Universities
21:00 - How Pet Parents Can Access Petco Love Funds
23:30 - Susanne’s Journey: From Corporate Attorney to Animal Advocate
27:00 - How You Can Support Petco Love’s Mission
Get to know Susanne Kogut: https://www.dogcancer.com/people/susanne-kogut/
For more details, articles, podcast episodes, and quality education, go to the episode page: https://www.dogcancer.com/podcast/
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Who has been a guest on Dog Cancer Answers
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Dr Robert Silver
Kim Agnew
Charlotte Hacker
Tara Diehl
Dr Doug Thamm
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1,074,222
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86
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