About canine cancer and the Modiano Lab
Cancer is the leading cause of death in humans under the age of 85, as well as the leading cause of disease-related death in dogs. The estimated lifetime risk for cancer in both people and dogs is approximately 1 in 3, so as a group of diseases, cancer represents one of the major medical priorities for our society. We have focused much of our effort on studying cancers that occur naturally in people and dogs. Our pet dogs share our environment closely, allowing us to examine not only the heritable risk factors but also those associated with the environment.
Canine cancer information
Resources
Resources for cancer patients and families
Find detailed information on cancer causes, prevention, treatment, and support for cancer patients.
National Cancer Instituteopens a new window
American Cancer Societyopens a new window
Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesotaopens a new window
University of Minnesota resources for families who have a pet with cancer
Resources for canine cancer patients and families coping with cancer
The University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center’s Veterinary Social Work Services is an amazing resource for families coping with a pet’s cancer diagnosis or grieving a pet’s loss. Visit Social Work Services at the VMCopens a new window
The Masonic Cancer Center’s clinical partner is University of Minnesota Health. For resources available to human patients and their families coping with cancer, visit Caring for Our Patientsopens a new window