When you're facing cancer, your pet can be a source of incredible comfort and companionship.8 But caring for them while managing your own health can be challenging. Below you will find helpful resources for managing pet care during treatment—whether you need practical tips, temporary assistance, or long-term support.
by Cancer Support Community
The Helpline is staffed by counselors & resource specialists who have experience helping people affected by cancer. They are available to provide emotional support, information about cancer, assistanc
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It’s a simple online tool that helps organize the community of people who want to help you. It coordinates their efforts to more efficiently support you and your loved one facing cancer, including c
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This resource discusses the comfort and benefit of having a pet while diagnosed with cancer, including the emotional support and connection they offer, how pets are integrated into treatment, potentia
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This program offers assistance to those who have been diagnosed with and undergoing treatment for cancer to keep and care for their pet. The program includes educational guides, factsheets, and videos
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This resource provides tips on how to keep yourself and your pet safe during cancer treatment. It discusses ways to lower your risk of infection from a pet, helping your pet avoid infections, pets
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This guide helps you navigate your pet's future care after being diagnosed with cancer. The guide includes information on communicating with your healthcare team and veterinary care team, resources to
Read Moreby 211
This general hotline for local resources can help you find assistance for different aspects of your cancer journey, including taking care of yourself, nutrition, financial assistance, pet care, and mo
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This factsheet reflects on the benefit of keeping a pet while diagnosed with cancer and in general, including the connection pets have to offer, the potential for exercise, stress management, and emot
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This database allows you to search for a variety of resources for your pet, including veterinary care services, pet pantry and supplies, boarding and services, adopting a pet, rehousing a pet, and mor
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