In our practice, we discontinue progesterone supplementation between 9 and 12 weeks of gestation. Available evidence suggests that the most common forms of progesterone supplementation are safe in early pregnancy.
Insulinoma in Dogs. Insulinomas are malignant neoplasms -- fast growing cancer cells -- of the beta cells in the pancreas. The beta cells primarily secrete insulin, among other hormones. Insulin produces a variety of effects in the body -- the primary one being to regulate glucose levels throughout the body's cells.
Hemangiosarcoma is an aggressive cancer that arises from the blood vessels. The cancer can occur anywhere in the body, but there are several locations that are more common. Early and aggressive treatment can lengthen the dog's life but this cancer is often metastatic and complete remission is rare. Which dogs are at risk for developing hemangiosarcomas? Hemangiosarcomas can occur in any dog regardless of breed, age, or sex.