From the AdministrAtor Potsy

Research projects and clinical trials abound in the field of canine cancer, partially because of the value THE that this work may have toward the cure, treatment and management of human cancer. Ongoing projects and trials are conducted within the veterinary and medical communities. But to the caretaker of a dog with cancer, the primary objective in treating that dog MAGIC is not to advance medical science. It is to spare or prolong the life of a beloved companion. chloe The Magic Bullet Fund brings the issue of canine cancer out of the laboratory, pharmaceutical company ULLET and veterinary clinic and into the of the B caretaker. Every day, thousands of people learn that their pet has cancer.Although 50% of our pets will have cancer in their lifetimes, most caretakers respond to the diag- FUND nosis with shock and despair. Caretakers are unaware of steps that can be taken to reduce a pet’s exposure to cancer.They are uninformed about early warning signs that may be found during monthly at-home emmA checkups and are uneducated about existing treatment giving more dogs options after cancer has been diagnosed. The fund’s educational projects aim to inform caretakers about canine cancer prevention and to A Fighting chAnce promote responsible guardianship, including regular at-home checkups and medical insurance plans. to survive cAncer The Magic Bullet Fund helps those who have made regAl room in their homes and in their hearts for a canine companion but who do not have the resources to provide treatment for their pet with cancer.The fund helps those who would be heartbroken watching their pets succumb to this disease without making an effort to fight it.

Thank you to the Magic Bullet Fund for making Regal's treatment possible... You have no idea how thankful I am. The Magic Bullet Fund is Regal's guardian !Shirley Stack, Turnersville NJ

WWW .t he mAgic Bullet Fund .org T HE M AGIC BULLET F UND July 18, 2000 The Magic Bullet Fund (MBF) provides assistance to Cancer treatment is expensive and MBF relies on the people living in the U.S. who have dogs with cancer and support of the community. The veterinary community Bullet is a 9-year-old Siberian. He’s strong, he’s happy, he’s cannot pay for treatment. The fund seeks to assist dogs helps by discounting treatment, pharmaceutical the picture of health...and he’s diagnosed with lymphoma. who would not receive treatment at all without the companies provide discounted drugs and generous Bullet’s “mom” is medical animal writer Laurie Kaplan, fund’s help. individuals make donations to the fund. editor of Catnip newsmagazine from Tufts University On acceptance into the MBF program, the diagnosis, Donation incentives include T-shirts and wristbands School of Veterinary Medicine. Kaplan says, treatment plan and cost estimate are provided by the printed FIGHT CANINE CANCER, pins, wall calendars, veterinarian. The dog’s cancer treatment bills are paid, sympathy cards and more. Additional fundraising Cancer may take Bullet from me but in full or in part, by the fund directly to the veterinarian programs and public awareness pet cancer seminars or the clinic. NOT TODAY AND NOT WITHOUT A FIGHT! are in production. In light of the estimate that 50% of pets will develop cancer, responsible pet ownership includes a medical hoW you cAn helP Kaplan’s crusade against Bullet’s cancer includes research insurance plan. Recipients of fund assistance agree to ` Donate to the fund at large so that we will be able to into every facet of cancer survival.Treatment, nutrition obtain medical insurance policies for other and future help more dogs. and supplementation are paramount. Bullet survives pets. Currently, two veterinary medical insurance chemotherapy and he survives lymphoma. providers offer a discounted MBF group policy. ` Donate in memory of any dog. This is a lovely way to extend condolences to a friend who’s lost a pet. July 2004 oncology consultAnts ` Donate toward medical expenses for any dog currently in treatment through MBF. Kaplan’s award-winning book, Help Your Dog Fight Cancer, Kevin A. Hahn, DVM, inspires thousands fighting for When I diagnose cancer, I ask “What's the ` Veterinarians providing treatment for MBF PhD, DACVIM (oncology), best way to treat this cancer? What's best dogs donate in tribute when treatment ends the lives of their beloved dogs Gulf Coast Veterinary for this pet? What's best for this family?” for an MBF dog, or for any dog in their care. with cancer.The author says, Specialists in Houston, As a consultant to the Magic Bullet Fund, “Those of us who are able to TX. Director, the Cancer I'm thrilled to share the commitment to ` Any veterinarian or clinic staff can donate in provide treatment for our dogs Prevention Foundation helping the families that can't afford the memory of a client’s dog. with cancer are very fortunate. for Animals. care their beloved dogs so urgently need and deserve. ` Donation boxes for MBF are provided to Those who don’t have the —Kevin A. Hahn veterinary offices on request. resources must receive help.”True Clients suffer greatly when ` Corporate donations sponsor fundraising campaigns. to her word, Kaplan establishes they can't afford the treament Alice Villalobos, DVM, that might extend or could ` The author of Help Your Dog Fight Cancer donates the Magic Bullet Fund. save their dogs’ lives. The Director of Oncology Magic Bullet Fund is doing Consultation Services in proceeds from book sales to the fund. November 20, 2004 amazing work in honor of the Woodland Hills, CA. human-animal bond and I am President, American Assoc. donAte proud to be playing a part as Bullet has a happy, healthy 4-year and 4-month remission. of Human-Animal Bond a consultant for this fund. Veterinarians. ONLINE www.TheMagicBulletFund.org At nearly 14 years old, still cancer free, he develops acute —Alice Villalobos (www.aahabv.org) renal failure and, on the wings of angels, Bullet goes to the BY CHECK TO Rainbow Bridge. The Magic Bullet Fund AdministrAtor PO Box 2574 Briarcliff NY 10510 November 20, 2005 Laurie Kaplan, MSC. Author, Help Your Dog Fight Cancer: An Overview of Home Care Options. Editor/contributor, VOLUNTEER The Magic Bullet Fund assists the first group of dogs, seen Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology: Honoring the call (914) 941-0159 on the back of this brochure, through cancer treatment Human-Animal Bond. [email protected] and begins public awareness campaigns. WWW .t he mAgic Bullet Fund .org