Finding a Lump, Bump or Tumor with Dr. PJ Broadfoot on Your Natural Dog Podcast
Lumps, bumps, or tumors are often a normal part of aging for dogs, so it can be difficult to know when one is serious. In this episode of Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino, we’re joined by Dr. PJ Broadfoot, integrative veterinarian of 40 years, who advocates for natural medicine, and believes if you give the body the right tools, it can take care of the bulk of problems by itself. Angela and Dr. Broadfoot share their perspective on the variety of holistic remedies that can help dogs experience pain relief, longer life, and often better health outcomes than conventional treatments. They also discuss what to do if you find a lump, bump or tumor on your dog, and some common signs that indicate a tumor might need to be removed.
Episode Recap:
- We have to advocate for our pets, because vets don’t always know what’s best
- Natural medicines can do everything pharmaceuticals can do and more
- Pharmaceuticals and conventional treatments sometimes make conditions worse
- What causes lumps, bumps and tumors on dogs
- The immune system does not recognize cancers
- Cannabis for post-surgery pain relief, rather than opioids
- Signs that a dog tumor might need to be removed
- Weighing the risks of anesthesia, biopsy and surgery for dogs
- As pet parents, we must be informed and advocate for our pets
- Conventional treatment of tumors is not the only option
- Natural remedies like medicinal mushrooms, deer antler velvet for dogs
Resources:
- Broadfoot Veterinary Clinic
- Thymus extract & Colostrum for Dogs with Dr. PJ Broadfoot
- Have a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com
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About Angela Ardolino
Angela Ardolino, a certified cannabis and fungi clinician, brings over 20 years of expertise to the field of holistic pet wellness. As a graduate of the inaugural Medical Cannabis for Therapeutic Use program at the University of Vermont School of Medicine, she is a passionate advocate for safe, natural, and ethically-grown whole plant and fungi medicine tailored for pets.
Committed to the highest standards, Angela continues to educate and inspire pet parents through her popular podcast, Your Natural Dog, where she hosts experts to discuss holistic pet care, natural remedies, nutrition, and training. Follow Angela Ardolino on her website, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to stay updated on her mission to educate and empower pet parents everywhere.
About Dr. PJ Broadfoot
Dr. Paula Jo (PJ) Broadfoot graduated from Kansas State in 1981, married her classmate Jeff, and they have 4 children – Brannon, Barrett, Burke, and Brea, and 5 grandchildren. She started her own practice in Van Buren Arkansas in 1982, and developed an interest in complementary medicine, with a very diverse and eclectic collection of therapeutics. PJ served as a veterinary consultant for Heel. Board Member American Society of Bioregulatory Medicine (ASBRM), Registration of Alternative and Integrative Veterinary Education (RAIVE) board member. And has served as an Instructor in the College of Integrative Veterinary Technologies (CIVT) an international online college. She has also lectured internationally for the Vetri-Science Company.
She is a member of the AVMA, the Arkansas VMA, and the AHVMA, and has had articles published in the U.S. and Europe, and was interviewed for The Truth About Pet Cancer 2018 online series with Ty Bollinger. She has co-written books, including “Integrating Complementary Medicine into Veterinary Practice”, and “The Efficacy of Velvet Antler in Veterinary Practice”. Her current focus is on promoting wellness in pets.