Cancer

Much like in our human world, there are many types of canine cancer. The most common types in labradors are: lymphoma, hemangiosarcoma, mast cell tumour, melanoma, osteosarcoma, and mammary cancer. Current statistics show that about one in four dogs will develop cancer.

Taking care of your dogs nutrition and weight are important protective factors, as well as minimising or hopefully eliminating exposure to known carcinogenic substances. Having female labradors spayed after one or two cycles is also evidenced to be a strong protective factor, especially against mammary tumours.