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Our Golden had lymphoma a few years ago. He was put into a "study" program at the oncologists. All dogs were treated with a high dose of chemo to put them in remission and afterwards received the study drug or a placebo. Zack went into remission right away and stayed in remission for 6 months, after which he was ineligible for the study. He was put into a standard chemo treatment and once again went into remission and stayed there another 6 months. I never knew if he was receiving the drug or the placebo (the vet said he didn't know either); however, the vet did say he didn't notice a difference between the study groups.

Zack tolerated all his chemo very well - was never sick and never missed a meal. He received his chemo about once every three or four weeks and I don't recall that it cost thousands of dollars. Zack lived about a year after his initial diagnosis and had a very good quality of life. I would do it again if it ever happens with my Rottie.