Animal models for examining human breast cancer (HBC) carcinogenesis have been
extensively studied and proposed. With the recent advent of immunotherapy, significant …

Cancer is a common problem in dogs and although all breeds of dog and crossbred dogs
may be affected, it is notable that some breeds of pedigree dogs appear to be at increased …

Canine mammary tumors (CMTs) have high incidences and mortality rates in dogs. They are
also considered excellent models for human breast cancer studies. Diagnoses of both …

Epidemiological studies enable us to analyze disease behavior, define risk factors and
establish fundamental prognostic criteria, with the purpose of studying different types of …

Mammary neoplasms are the most common neoplasm in female dogs. This article describes
the embryologic development, normal anatomy, and histology of the canine mammary gland …

Canine mammary tumours (CMTs) are the most common neoplasms in intact female dogs.
Although the prevalence of these tumours decreases in regions where preventive ovari …

In contrast to European countries, the overwhelming majority of dogs in the US are neutered
(including spaying), usually done before one year of age. Given the importance of gonadal …

This chapter considers the factors that are directly associated with the development of
mammary neoplasms in the dog and cat. The mammary glands are modified subcutaneous …

Background Canine cancer registry data can be put to good use in epidemiological studies.
Quantitative comparison of tumour types may reveal unusual cancer frequencies, providing …

Although mammary gland tumors (MT) are the most-common type of tumor in intact female
dogs, there is little information about their incidence in dog population. Data on MT in female …