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.
A Ruptured, Bleeding Tumor on Spleen in Dogs, the Silent Killer. Golden Retrievers are prone to ruptured spleen from hemangiosarcoma. Among the many medical maladies affecting dogs, a ruptured, bleeding tumor on the spleen is sure quite devastating. This article is not to scare pet owners, but rather to spread awareness of a malignant form of cancer known as hemangiosarcoma.