How can I help prevent my dog's cancer and keep him healthy?

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How can I help to pervent my dog from getting cancer? I know there is no ways to guarantee that he gets it but,is there any thing I can do to keep him healthy ro reduce the risk? Like are there any foods, supplements,exercises.... Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Male | neutered | 6 years and 11 months old | 16 lbs

Catherine Stecyk · Accepted Answer

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. While there are no anti-cancer foods, medications, or supplements, we recommend keeping pets at an ideal weight and body condition score (BCS), regularly exercising them, and feeding them a consistent diet. Avoiding human foods or very fatty foods can help reduce the risk of developing diseases such as liver disease or pancreatitis. Do not smoke cigarettes around your pet. That being said, cancer in dogs is unpredictable, and can occur even if you do your very best to keep Oscar as healthy as possible. I recommend at least annual check-ups at the veterinarian, and having him evaluated any time you feel that he is not acting himself! Sometimes subtle clinical signs such as hiding, skipping a couple meals, etc, can be signs of underlying disease. I hope this is helpful!

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