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OncoTails Oncology Insights
Veterinary Oncology Support: When Should You Involve a Specialist?
When is the right time to seek specialist input on a cancer case? Dr Sarah Mason explains how veterinary oncology support can help with staging, diagnostics, treatment decisions and complex cases.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
4 min read
Nasal Tumours in Dogs: Signs, Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Persistent sneezing, nasal discharge or nosebleeds can sometimes warrant further investigation. Dr Sarah Mason explains nasal tumours in dogs, diagnosis and treatment options.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
4 min read
MDR1 Mutation in Dogs: Why It Matters During Chemotherapy
Why are some dogs more sensitive to chemotherapy? Dr Sarah Mason explains the MDR1 mutation, P-glycoprotein, at risk breeds and why genetic status can matter when planning cancer treatment.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
3 min read
Plasma Cell Neoplasia in Dogs: Plasmacytoma, Multiple Myeloma & Treatment
From localised plasmacytomas to multiple myeloma, Dr Sarah Mason explores plasma cell neoplasia in dogs, the clinical signs to look for and how treatment options differ.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
2 min read
Making Advanced Melanoma Treatment More Accessible for Dogs in Essex - Vet Jet® & ONCEPT® Canine Melanoma Treatment | OncoTails
OncoTails now offers the Vet Jet® needle-free injector for ONCEPT® canine melanoma immunotherapy, helping veterinary practices across Essex access advanced cancer care closer to home.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
2 min read
Canine Thyroid Tumours: The Quiet Cancer You Might Not Expect
Most dogs with thyroid tumours feel completely normal at first. Often discovered as a subtle neck swelling, these quiet cancers can easily go unnoticed. In this blog, veterinary oncology specialist Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS explores how canine thyroid tumours present, how they are diagnosed, and why early treatment planning can make such a difference.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
2 min read
Veterinary Chemotherapy Safety: Safe Handling Guidelines for Clinical Teams
Safe chemotherapy handling is an essential part of modern veterinary oncology practice. This article explores chemotherapy safety protocols, PPE, oral and injectable drug handling, and how practices can support safer oncology care for patients, owners and clinical teams.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
3 min read
Understanding Canine Anal Sac Gland Carcinoma (ASGC): Treatment Options and Prognosis
Canine anal sac gland carcinoma (ASGC) is a common but often complex tumour seen in dogs. In this article, Dr Sarah Mason a specialist veterinary oncologist at OncoTails discusses staging, metastatic patterns, treatment options and how management decisions can vary depending on disease stage, prognosis and quality of life goals.
Dr Sarah Mason FRCVS
3 min read
Practical veterinary oncology insights, case discussions and educational articles from Veterinary Oncology Specialist Dr Sarah Mason. Covering tumour staging, treatment planning, chemotherapy safety and quality of life discussions, OncoTails Oncology Insights aims to provide clear, evidence based guidance for vets and pet owners navigating cancer care.
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