Dog Lovers Share Memories of Beloved Pets Lost to Canine Cancer at Cure Canine Cancer Web Site – Disease Is No. 1 Cause of Death in Dogs Over Age 2

Sharing and Celebrating Dog’s Life Eases Pain and Loss — Canine Cancer Web Exclusive Provides Latest Information on Treatment Options

DENVER, April 28 /PRNewswire/ — Dog lovers and pet parents whose dogs are suffering from or have been lost to cancer or whose dogs are successfully beating the dreaded disease can share memories and celebrate their dog’s life at www.CureCanineCancer.org. Go to the “Why Hope” section of the site and click on “Memories & Survivor Stories.” Sharing and celebrating the life of a loved dog helps ease the pain and loss, while others can share good news on how their dog is beating cancer. Morris Animal Foundation operates this site in conjunction with its Canine Cancer Campaign, a global effort to prevent and cure canine cancer, while also finding treatments for dogs suffering from the disease now.

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One in four dogs dies of cancer–it is the no. 1 cause of death in dogs over the age of 2. In fact, 60 percent of golden retrievers die of cancer, and many other breeds have a high incidence of the disease. Also at CureCanineCancer.org, dog lovers can watch a canine cancer Web exclusive that includes top canine oncologists answering questions on various kinds of canine cancers and treatment options. Dog lovers can also support canine cancer research.

About Morris Animal Foundation: Morris Animal Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 1948, is dedicated to funding animal health research that protects, treats and cures companion animals, horses and wildlife. MAF has been at the forefront of funding breakthrough research studies benefiting animals on all seven continents. MAF has its headquarters in Denver. Charity Navigator ranks MAF as a four-star charity, the highest rating. MAF is a BBB Wise Giving Alliance Charity Seal Holder. For more information, call 800.243.2345 or visit MorrisAnimalFoundation.org.

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