This is a splendid first edition of "Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology, Honoring the Human-Animal Bond," by Alice Villalobos, DVM. The text is introductory so that sophisticated, caring pet lovers like you as well as vet students, GP's, and staff will have no trouble understanding it. The motivation for writing this book was to inform.

The topic pulls at the heartstrings of pet lovers everywhere. The book deals with the issues that face families when their older pets encounter cancer. This text is a hybrid because it approaches medicine while honoring the human-animal bond in each and every case.

Not only does it guide the layperson in understanding treatment options & guiding difficult decisions, it is also a valuable reference for practicing veterinarians, technicians, hospital staff, and professionals involved in supportive counseling for pet caregivers. With 35 years experience in the field of animal oncology, Dr. Alice Villalobos heads the Animal Oncology Consultation Service with various offices in southern California.