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Oncology

Compassionate cancer care for your pet — from diagnosis through treatment and quality-of-life management.

Oncology

Overview

About Oncology

A cancer diagnosis is devastating, but treatment options for pets have never been better. At Clix Family Hospitals, we guide you through every step — from initial diagnosis and staging to treatment planning and quality-of-life monitoring.

We offer in-house tumor evaluation (cytology and biopsy), staging diagnostics, and certain chemotherapy protocols. For advanced cases, we partner with board-certified veterinary oncologists to ensure your pet has access to the full spectrum of treatment options.

Category

Specialty

Typical cost

$200–$500+ (diagnosis/staging)

Location

St. Louis, MO

Why Clix

Why Choose Clix for Oncology

Rapid Diagnosis

In-house cytology and biopsy submission for fast results.

Comprehensive Staging

Bloodwork, imaging, and lymph node evaluation to understand the full picture.

Oncologist Partnership

Direct referral to board-certified oncologists for specialized treatment.

Quality of Life Focus

Honest guidance focused on your pet's comfort and wellbeing.

The Process

What to Expect

1

Evaluation & Biopsy

Mass assessment, fine-needle aspirate or biopsy, and staging diagnostics.

2

Results & Options

We review pathology results and discuss all treatment options openly.

3

Treatment Plan

Surgery, chemotherapy, palliative care, or specialist referral based on your goals.

4

Ongoing Monitoring

Regular rechecks to monitor response, manage side effects, and maintain quality of life.

How Much Does Oncology Cost in St. Louis?

Typical range: $200–$500+ (diagnosis/staging)

Factors That Affect Pricing

  • Biopsy and pathology costs
  • Staging diagnostic workup
  • Chemotherapy protocols (if in-house)
  • Specialist referral fees

Our Transparency Promise

At Clix Family Hospitals, we believe in upfront, honest pricing. We will always provide a detailed estimate before any procedure and explain your options so you can make the best decision for your pet and budget. No surprises, ever.

Frequently Asked

Oncology FAQs

Not necessarily. Many lumps are benign (lipomas, cysts). However, any new or growing lump should be evaluated — a simple needle aspirate can often tell us quickly.
Pet chemotherapy is generally much gentler than human protocols. The goal is quality of life, and most pets experience minimal side effects.
We use quality-of-life scales and have honest, compassionate conversations to help you make the right decisions for your pet at every stage.

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