11/07/2026
🐾💜 **National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day** 💜🐾
Did you know that lymphoma is one of the most common types of cancer diagnosed in dogs?
Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell that plays an important role in the immune system. It can affect several parts of the body, but one of the most common signs is enlarged lymph nodes.
**What should pet parents watch for?**
🐶 Swollen lymph nodes, often felt as firm lumps under the jaw, in front of the shoulders, or behind the knees.
🐶 Changes in appetite or unexplained weight loss.
🐶 Lethargy or decreased energy.
🐶 Increased thirst or urination.
🐶 Other changes in your dog's overall health or behavior.
New diagnostic tests can even allow us to catch it early - before symptoms even begin to show!
The good news is that lymphoma is often responsive to treatment, and chemotherapy can provide many dogs with meaningful additional quality time and a good quality of life.
Early evaluation is important. If you notice unusual lumps or changes in your dog's health, don't wait to have them checked. Better yet, a simple test can catch it before those changes!
💜 At Bellalago Veterinary Hospital, we're here to help you recognize changes, answer questions, and support you and your pets through every stage of life.
**Knowledge, early detection, and compassionate care matter.**