Canine lymphoma is a wide-ranging group of cancers and is one of the most recognized cancers diagnosed in dogs. When taken as a whole, this group of cancers accounts for approximately 14% of all cancers diagnosed in dogs.

National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day was created to increase awareness about the ongoing research efforts to treat this group of diseases. It’s also a day to remind pet owners of the importance of monitoring their dog’s health and having them regularly checked by a vet so that any health problems that might arise can be treated as soon as possible.

The History of National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day

This holiday was created by CLEAR, also known as Canine Lymphoma Education Awareness & Research, in 2015. CLEAR was started by dog agility trainer and competitor Terry Simons when his dog Reveille was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2011. This organization is a 501(c)(3) cancer foundation dedicated to providing people with research, resources, and timely information about canine lymphoma.

Important Facts About Canine Lymphoma

To help educate as many people as possible about canine lymphoma, we’ve decided to list some common facts about this group of cancers that pet owners should know.

• More than 6 million dogs will be diagnosed with cancer this year alone.
• Early cancer detection can lead to better treatment outcomes.
• Some of the dogs with the highest risk of developing cancer are Rottweilers, Bernese Mountain Dogs, German Shepherds, Great Danes, and Golden Retrievers.
• Spaying and neutering can help prevent some cancers.

Observing National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day

This day can be observed by pet owners simply by learning more about canine lymphoma and some of the common symptoms of this group of cancers. People can also donate money to organizations that research canine lymphomas or provide dog owners with support and education. The word about this holiday can also be spread using the hashtag #CanineLymphomaAwarenessDay on their social media accounts.