Cancer in Dogs: What’s Really Behind It (& What You Can Do) with Dr. Judy Jasek

Cancer in Dogs: What’s Really Behind It (& What You Can Do) with Dr. Judy Jasek

From Mystic Dog Mama by Dr Alexia Mellor

April 18, 2026 · 56 min · Episode 131

About this episode

This episode features a discussion on cancer in dogs with integrative veterinarian Dr. Judy Jasek, exploring its causes and how to support affected dogs holistically.

Cancer in dogs is one of the most confronting diagnoses a guardian can face. It often arrives suddenly, bringing fear, urgency, and a sense that decisions need to be made immediately - before there is even space to fully understand what is happening. In this episode, I’m joined by integrative veterinarian Dr. Judy Jasek for a grounded, holistic exploration of cancer in dogs - what’s really behind it, and what we can do to support our dogs in a more informed, conscious way. We begin with the basics: what cancer actually is in the body, and how it develops within the wider internal environment of a dog’s system. From there, we explore the deeper terrain - how toxicity, chronic inflammation, stagnation, and gut health may all play a role in the conditions that allow disease to develop. We also discuss the importance of species-appropriate nutrition, and how everyday lifestyle and environmental factors can either support or challenge long-term health. For guardians navigating a diagnosis, we talk about how to approach decision-making in a way that stays centred on your dog’s overall wellbeing—not just the disease itself. This includes: What to consider when exploring treatment…

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