Guidelines for Enrolling Your Pet in Cancer Clinical Trials
Which types of animals are eligible for our clinical trials?
Currently, we are enrolling dogs and cats with various types of cancers.
Are only specific cancer types considered for enrollment in our trials?
Our trials have a broad scope, although several studies are particularly interested in sarcoma, melanoma, mast-cell tumor, renal, gliomas, squamous cell carcinoma, prostate cancer, etc.
What type of treatments are performed in enrolled veterinary patients?
Our veterinary treatment trials incorporate radiation therapy, focused ultrasound, and novel chemo-immunotherapy agents for tumor treatments.
Do owners need to cover the cost of treatments?
Yes, owners are required to pay a fee, although it is highly subsidized compared to market rates.
Does the Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic perform surgical procedures?
No, we do not perform surgical oncologic procedures; however, we can refer cases to our partner practices to assist with this.
How should pet parents reach out to us?
Please Paige.Neumann@UTSouthwestern.edu us. You can also request the referring practice to call and schedule an appointment.
How many therapy exposures (e.g. radiation) may be needed for my pet?
Depending on the severity of the disease, the number of exposures may range from one to 10 over a few months.
Do we hospitalize and anesthetize veterinary patients?
Yes, all canine and feline patients undergoing radiation and related therapy require anesthesia. Veterinary patients are returned to their owners on the same day.
When do you start accepting canine and feline patients?
We anticipate opening in January 2025.