Veterinary Chemotherapy
The Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital veterinarians offer chemotherapy treatment planning by referral, providing dedicated care to support your beloved pet's health and well-being after a cancer diagnosis.
Cancer Care for Halifax Pets
Many cancers in pets can be successfully managed with modern veterinary treatments, helping cats and dogs maintain their quality of life and continue enjoying their favourite activities with their families.
At Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital, our team of veterinarians provide exceptional care for pets and meaningful support for the families who love them. We develop personalized treatment plans tailored to your pet's specific needs and your family's goals.
What is chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy uses anti-cancer drugs to slow tumour growth, shrink tumours, or achieve remission in dogs and cats with cancers like lymphoma, mast cell tumours, and osteosarcoma. The medications can be given orally, intravenously, or by injection, targeting cancer cells while maintaining your pet's quality of life.
Most appointments are outpatient, with your pet returning home the same day. Our team is dedicated to helping your pet live well with the care they need and is available to answer questions throughout the process.
Please Note: Specialty services require a referral from a primary care veterinarian.
Veterinary Chemotherapy Referrals
Our veterinary team is happy to announce that we offer safe, specialty-guided chemotherapy treatment plans for patients with various cancer diagnoses through our referral portal. Please contact us with any further questions or to arrange an in-person visit with Dr. Sadie Griffin to discuss the service in more detail.
Chemotherapy Consultations & Treatment
Our treatment process is designed to be straightforward and comfortable for both you and your pet.
Most appointments are completed as outpatient procedures, with your pet going home the same day. Throughout treatment, we monitor your pet's progress with regular check-ups to ensure they're responding well and feeling great.
Our team is always available to answer your questions and provide guidance at every stage of your pet's care journey.
How it Works
Dr. Sadie Griffin collaborates with board-certified oncologists Dr. Chris Pinard and Dr. Sam Hooker to provide treatment plans for cancers in cats and dogs.
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Submit Your Referral
Primary care veterinarians can refer confirmed cancer cases through our online Chemotherapy Portal. If cancer is suspected but not yet diagnosed, please consult our board-certified veterinary internists for a diagnosis.
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Treatment Planning
Our veterinary chemotherapy team reviews each case and develops a clear, personalized treatment plan tailored to your patient's specific needs and circumstances.
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Client Consultation
We will schedule a comprehensive consultation with the client and patient to discuss treatment recommendations, potential side effects, prognosis, and associated costs of chemotherapy.
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Delivery of Cancer Care
Once the client chooses to proceed, we collaborate closely with the referring veterinarians to provide timely treatment.
Our oncology team guides and supports families through their pet's cancer journey with the main goal of improving quality of life and extending the precious time they have together.
Caring for Pets in Atlantic Canada
Our specialists are pleased to accept new patients by referral from primary care veterinarians. Our emergency service welcomes all clients – 24/7/365.