Hey as most of you know my beloved Riley died of cancer. So to me it is so important to be aware and also to help research a cure. I have found a great website dedicated to finding cures for cancer and when you donate for every $ they send you a bracelet you can pass around to let others know or keep for yourself. So if anyone is interested the website is
http://www.petcancerawareness.org/research.html

Just as in people, early detection is critical. That's why it's so important to check your pet regularly

Early Pet Cancer Warning Signs as identified by the Veterinary Cancer Society.
Abnormal swelling that persists
Sores that do not heal
Loss of weight
Loss of appetite
Bleeding or discharge from any body opening
Offensive odor
Difficulty eating or swallowing
Hesitation to exercise or loss of stamina
Persistent lameness or stiffness
Difficulty breathing, urinating or defecating
(Information taken from the website)

Riley had the sore that would not heal. Please everyone be aware!! Thanks...through Riley's loss I hope many others can be aware and not have the same horrible outcome I did. Through his death I hope Riley can save other dogs lives by simply people being more aware that pet cancer is more common than you think...and not just to the breeds that are listed on the site...any animal is able to get it...unfortunatly