Lung Cancer in Dogs | The Right NATURAL Remedies to Go For

If we’re being honest, lung cancer in dogs is a very serious disease. But the thing is unlike what a lot of people mistakenly believe, resorting to “conventional” medicines isn’t just the only option you can go for when your pet is afflicted with this health crisis.

Interestingly, there are actually natural remedies you can go for when dealing with this condition. Make sure you follow along because I will walk you through what these natural remedies are as well as how to properly use them in just a bit.

How about we start things off by discussing what exactly dog lung cancer is?

What is Lung Cancer in Dogs?

Dog lung cancer is a type of canine cancer that is set off by an abnormality in the growth and development of cells that line the surface of the lungs. It is also referred to as “canine pulmonary carcinoma.”

It usually begins as a lung tumor and when this abnormal growth eventually gets out of hand, it already transforms into canine lung cancer. This disease seems to affect certain breeds more like the Bernese mountain dog, Australian shepherd, Doberman pinscher, Irish setter, as well as the Boxer compared to other pedigrees.

While canine lung cancer is the general term used to describe this disease, there are actually two types of lung cancer in dogs. The first one is primary lung cancer, which entirely originates in the lungs and is quite rare among dogs. The second one is metastatic lung cancer, which is cancer that affects the lungs, but originated from a different part of the body.

In some cases of dog lung cancer, some fluid may build up in the lungs and may have to be drained in a procedure called thoracocentesis since this will cause the health issue to aggravate. Now we’ve got that covered, let’s discuss the causes of lung cancer in dogs…

What Causes Dog Lung Cancer?

Despite our modern strides in science and medicine, the exact causes of dog cancer are still unknown up until now. However, there are a number of risk factors that could raise the possibility of a dog becoming afflicted with this serious illness, which we’re going to discuss briefly next.

These are the risk factors that could make your pet vulnerable to lung cancer in dogs…

1. Exposure to toxic chemicals

The proliferation of chemical-based products like carpet cleaners and similar goods is theorized to be the top risk factor when it comes to lung cancer in dogs.

Harsh chemicals like ammonium hydroxide, naphthalene, as well as perchloroethylene are linked to the development of canine lung cancer, particularly if a dog is exposed to them for prolonged periods.

It is deemed as the top risk factor for lung cancer in dogs because dog parents could unknowingly expose their canine family members to these chemicals at home. On the other hand, dogs could inadvertently get at them while playing as well.

2. Second-hand smoke from cigarettes and vapes

Believe it or not, a single cigarette contains more or less seven thousand toxic chemicals—seventy of which are confirmed as cancer-causing.

What’s really alarming is the level of exposure to a cigarette’s harmful effects, particularly the danger of causing pulmonary health issues like lung cancer, is just the same for the smoker as it is with the person or pet inhaling the secondhand smoke.

And while the vape or electronic cigarette is often marketed as the safer alternative to regular cigarettes, the harmful effects to the person using them as well as the secondhand smoke that it can release are pretty much the same.

3. Old age

When a dog is already over seven years old, his body’s immune system won’t be that responsive to deal with inflammation and oxidation, which are deemed as high risk factors for the development of various illnesses, especially cancer.

This risk of developing canine lung cancer is often commonly observed in the breeds that are more susceptible to the disease such as Bernese Mountain dogs, Australian shepherds, Doberman pinschers, Irish setters, and Boxers.

Next, let’s touch on the symptoms of lung cancer in dogs…

What are the Symptoms of Dog Lung Cancer?

Perhaps the most noticeable indicator that your dog has lung cancer is labored breathing.

However, there are also other symptoms that you have to look out for like chronic coughing, sudden weight loss, a significant decrease in exercise toleration, unexpected bouts of regurgitation and vomiting as well as lethargy.

Additionally, there are also some dogs who experience hair loss and gastrointestinal ulcers when they are afflicted with canine lung cancer.

Now we’ll cover the usual treatment options for lung cancer in dogs…

How is Lung Cancer in Dogs Usually Treated?

The most common “conventional” treatment for canine lung cancer is surgery. This procedure typically involves the removal of the affected area of the lungs where the cancer has developed.

However, in the case of metastatic cancer—or when the cancer has already spread to other areas of a dog’s body like the brain, bones, chest cavity, and lymph nodes, other “conventional” procedures can be applied such as radiation therapy and chemotherapy.

But the thing is that these medical procedures aren’t just your only options when it comes to supporting your dog during canine lung cancer. Like I told you earlier, there are natural remedies for lung cancer in dogs and you’ll be surprised that you may already have some in your kitchen or pantry right now…

Foods that will Help Provide Support During Lung Cancer in Dogs

So without further ado, here are the natural remedies for dog lung cancer that you can go for to help maintain your canine family member’s quality of life during this serious disease…

First on our list is blueberries.

According to Medical News Today, extracts derived from blueberries have been seen to reduce the abnormal cell growth that leads to the development of cancer. Experts add that these extracts may even have the ability to set off apoptosis or the death of cancer cells.

While further studies are still ongoing, the organic chemicals and compounds found in blueberries may have the potential for treating various types of cancers.

To use blueberries to support your dog during canine lung cancer, you can directly add around 4 or 5 berries in his regular meals. Make sure you don’t give your canine family member too much of these sweet berries each day since they could cause an upset stomach.

Another application would be to steep a handful of blueberries in warm water for a few minutes to make blueberry tea, which you can serve to your precious pet when the whole thing has already cooled down.

Next up is cayenne pepper.

As reported by a study published in IntechOpen, cayenne pepper is abundant in a natural chemical called capsaicin that has been observed to block the growth and development of cancer cells in laboratory studies.

Moreover, capsaicin has also been seen to help keep normal cells unharmed while inhibiting cancer cell growth. Experts emphasize that capsaicin “appears to induce apoptosis in more than 40 distinct lines of cancer cells.”

To use cayenne pepper to support your dog during canine lung cancer, add a very small amount of it to his regular meals. Keep in mind to mix the cayenne pepper as thoroughly as you can so it will be properly integrated with his food.

When using cayenne pepper to support your dog during lung cancer, though, make sure you don’t accidentally get it in contact with his eyes and nose since it can cause irritation.

Another natural remedy for lung cancer in dogs is collard greens.

The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) revealed that Brassica vegetables, particularly collard greens, are abundant in Indole-3-carbinol (I3C), which had therapeutic effects with regard to lung adenocarcinoma. The researchers also stressed that I3C may have lung cancer preventive effects as well.

To use collard greens to support your dog during canine lung cancer, finely chop these leafy vegetables and add them directly to your pet’s meals. Make sure you only give him a tablespoon preserving since too much can possibly make your canine family member feel bloated.

Next up is fatty fish.

Omega-3 acids from fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, anchovies, and tuna can help promote cancer cell death and may even have an immune-boosting effect if consumed regularly. Moreover, studies show that Omega-3 acids can also inhibit cancer cell growth and development by disrupting the signal pathways that these cells use to spread.

To use fatty fish to support your dog during canine lung cancer, feed your canine family member a matchbox-sized serving of fatty fish per day. Remember to only steam, grill or broil the fish plainly without any added flavoring or seasoning.

Another home remedy for lung cancer in dogs is saffron.

Extracts derived from saffron, particularly crocin and crocetin, possess anticancer properties and have been seen to help block the proliferation of lung cancer cells.

To use saffron to support your dog during canine lung cancer, steep a pinch of this spice in warm water for a few minutes to make blueberry tea, which you can serve to your precious pet when the whole thing has already cooled down.

Interestingly, despite saffron being quite pricey, you only need to use a very small amount for this application.

And last but not the least, turmeric.

The International Journal of Molecular Sciences shares that turmeric’s active component, curcumin, helped regulate and deactivate cancer cell growth pathways, leading to apoptosis or programmed cell death.

The study’s proponents also added that curcumin can be a promising therapeutic agent for lung cancer, among others, due to its various benefits seen in laboratory studies.

To use turmeric to support your dog during canine lung cancer, add a very small amount of it to his regular meals. It is recommended to grate the turmeric to get rid of the stringy bits.

Another application would be to steep a thumb-sized turmeric in warm water for a few minutes to make turmeric tea, which you can serve to your precious pet when the whole thing has already cooled down. Due to turmeric’s slight spicy kick, you can also add a little honey to mellow it down for your canine family member.

And now I’m going to share a natural product that’s specifically formulated to support your dog when lung cancer gets in the picture…

A Natural Product You Should Consider Including in your Home Dog Care Checklist during Lung Cancer

Zumalka’s PIPTOPET is designed to promote a strong immune system to keep your canine family member happy and healthy in the midst of this serious disease. This natural product also combines premium ingredients with a gentle holistic approach to help support long-term health.

The main active ingredient of PIPTOPET is Fomitopsis betulina, which has been mentioned by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) to have "exhibited various biological activities against cancer cells" and even have "revealed anticancer properties” in other scientific studies.

While PIPTOPET can be used as a standalone product to support your canine family member during lung cancer, this product can also be used in addition to more traditional treatments such as chemotherapy.

Before we wrap things up, let’s talk about the life expectancy of a dog afflicted with lung cancer…

What is the Life Expectancy of a Dog with Lung Cancer?

If we’re being honest, the life expectancy of a dog with lung cancer spans from two months to two years depending on how much the disease has already spread. This is the reason why you should immediately provide your dog with the right natural remedy such as PIPTOPET during this health problem.

A quick reminder, though. Keep in mind to get in touch with a pet homeopathy professional if your pet is suffering from lung cancer in dogs. Besides walking you through the best natural options to keep your dog happy and healthy, you will also discover a lot of useful and practical tips to really give your pet the quality of life he truly deserves. You can simply contact us at any time to reach out to a pet homeopathy pro today.

About the author

Suzie Cyrenne

HOMEOPATH & CO-FOUNDER OF ZUMALKA

Suzie Cyrenne has dedicated more than 20 years of her life in making and improving natural animal health solutions in the global setting.

Being the co-founder of Zumalka, Suzie is a forerunner in enhancing the lives of pets through natural and homeopathic options using the knowledge she has gained from the Classical Homeopathy School in Quebec.

Through the guidance of her mother-in-law and fellow natural health expert, Denyse Lessard, Suzie constantly devotes herself to create premium pet products that are aimed at dealing with the root causes of wellness problems and not just their symptoms.

Besides immersing herself in books, personal development and visiting new places, Suzie also enjoys keeping herself in tiptop shape by snowboarding and taking daily hikes with her husband and Zumalka co-founder, Matt Lessard, and their Golden-Doodle, Westin.

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