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Exploring the role of companion animals as sentinels for environmental exposures in people

Lauren Mingus | November 3, 2021

Without a doubt, our companion animals provide valuable information in our quest for understanding cancer. In alignment with that work, an emerging area of study is examining the role of environmental exposures in the health of companion animals. And because our pets drink the same water, breathe the same air, and are exposed to similar […]

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Clinician-Scientist Dr. Keara Boss Forging A New Path In Radiation Biology Research

Lauren Mingus | July 24, 2019

Combining a busy clinical schedule with a robust research program is no small task, but Dr. Keara Boss makes it look easy. Boss joined the Flint Animal Cancer Center faculty in August 2016 and hit the ground running to help expand the cancer center’s radiation oncology service and also focus on developing her own research […]

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Dr. Susan Lana named director of the Flint Animal Cancer Center

Kate Shelton | October 3, 2024

The Flint Animal Cancer Center (FACC) at Colorado State University’s James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital has earned a reputation as a global leader in veterinary oncology and comparative oncology. That legacy will continue with the center’s newly named director, Dr. Susan Lana. “Dr. Lana’s deep expertise as a clinician, educator, and researcher uniquely positions […]

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Dr. Thamm Awarded Alan Kelly International Veterinary Award

Kate Shelton | June 28, 2023

Dr. Thamm is integral to the operations and success of the Flint Animal Cancer Center both on the clinical and research side of our organization. His diligence and dedication earned him the 2023 Alan Kelly International Award for The Kennel Club’s International Canine Health Awards. This award is given in recognition of his work improving […]

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FACC Oncology Technician Shares Her Personal Pet Cancer Story

Kris Ibis | November 15, 2018

I’d like to think my career as an oncology technician at the Flint Animal Cancer Center has prepared me for my own dogs’ cancer stories. I’d love to believe that I’ve been able to think through the entire process in a rational and cerebral manner, never waffling through decision-making, only entertaining realistic thoughts, and certainly […]

Canine Cancer Prevention Vaccine Study Featured On CNN

CNN | June 21, 2019

In a new study led by Dr. Doug Thamm, medical oncologist at Colorado State University’s Flint Animal Cancer Center, owner enrolled dogs are getting a cancer prevention vaccine. If it works, humans could be next. Why dogs? “Cancer is actually the leading cause of death in adult dogs,” veterinarian Doug Thamm says. “They develop these tumors spontaneously […]

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Interview with Dr. Kate Vickery

Lauren Mingus | January 30, 2020

Dr. Kate Vickery joined the Flint Animal Cancer Center faculty in January 2020. She completed her medical oncology residency at the cancer center in 2008 and is a board-certified medical oncologist. Dr. Vickery worked in private practice for 11 years before returning to the FACC and Colorado State University. We asked Dr. Vickery a few […]

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Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Enters Seventh Year

Lauren Mingus | January 17, 2019

Later this year will mark the seventh year of the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study. Enrollment began in 2012, and the study reached capacity in 2015. Led by Flint Animal Cancer Center director, Dr. Rod Page in partnership with the Morris Animal Foundation, the study is gathering information on more than 3,000 golden retrievers, throughout their […]

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Dr. Dan Regan Searches For Answers To Combat Metastatic Disease

Lauren Mingus | August 8, 2019

When Dr. Dan Regan talks about his work in cancer research, he boils it down to a simple analogy known as the seed and soil theory. He wants to understand how cancer cells (seeds) know where to find welcoming locations to take root (soil). In science speak, Regan studies the tumor microenvironment and metastatic disease. […]