Comprehensive Cancer Care for Pets: Integrative Treatments for Comfort and Quality of Life

19 August 2025

Pets with cancer often benefit from more than one type of care. Integrative veterinary treatment combines oncology with supportive therapies and a range of specialty services to maintain comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life.

Core Cancer Treatments

Surgery: Early tumor removal can improve outcomes and, in some cases, be curative.
Chemotherapy: Designed to fight cancer while minimizing side effects.
Radiation Therapy: Helps treat tumors that can’t be surgically removed or provides palliative care to reduce pain.

Supportive and Complementary Care

Rehabilitation: Physical therapy and water treadmill sessions help pets maintain strength, mobility, and energy during treatment.
Pain Management & Hospice Care: Focus on comfort and daily quality of life.
Nutrition & Monitoring: Tailored diets and ongoing health checks support overall well-being.

Integrated Specialty Care at DoveLewis

At DoveLewis, oncology is part of a broader network of veterinary specialties, which allows us to provide truly comprehensive care. Neurology and neurosurgery, internal medicine, and cardiology help manage underlying or concurrent health conditions that could affect treatment or recovery. Surgery and radiology support precise diagnostics and interventions, while urgent care and 24/7 emergency services ensure pets receive attention whenever unexpected issues arise. Rehabilitation, pain management, and hospice care focus on comfort and quality of life throughout treatment. By connecting oncology with these complementary services, we can create personalized treatment plans that support every aspect of a pet’s health—from diagnosis and active treatment to rehabilitation, comfort care, and ongoing monitoring.

Partnering With Your Veterinary Team

Observing changes in your pet’s behavior, appetite, or mobility and communicating these to your veterinary team helps guide effective treatment and supportive care. Your primary veterinarian is an essential partner in this journey, working alongside you and your oncology team to coordinate care, monitor progress, and make timely decisions that support your pet’s health and comfort.

At DoveLewis, our oncology team collaborates closely with families and primary veterinarians to design integrative care plans that prioritize comfort, mobility, and quality of life. From surgery and chemotherapy to rehabilitation and palliative support, our full spectrum of services ensures pets receive the best possible care at every stage.