Clinical Trials for Canine Lung Cancer
Primary lung tumors in dogs, while less common than metastatic lung disease, are serious and often diagnosed late. Adenocarcinoma is the most common type. Clinical trials at veterinary universities are researching new treatment approaches including immunotherapy and targeted molecular therapies that may be available at reduced or no cost.
14 active trials currently enrolling
Trials available at institutions in:
Understanding Lung Tumors in Pets
Primary lung tumors in dogs arise from the lung tissue itself, with adenocarcinoma being the most common type. They are typically diagnosed in older dogs and often found incidentally or after respiratory symptoms develop.
Who it tends to affect
- Typical size: Can affect dogs of any size
- Typical age: Most commonly diagnosed in older dogs, typically 10 years or older
Can my pet join — does breed matter?
Trials typically enroll based on tumor type, extent, and whether it has spread, along with overall health and prior treatment. All breeds are generally eligible.
Most trials are open to all breeds and set requirements by size, weight, age, and diagnosis instead. Our matching service checks your pet's specific details against each study's actual requirements.
Where Lung Tumors Trials Are Running
Active research locations are spread across the country. Current coverage by region:
States with active sites include: MO, WI, CO, KS, NC, PA, IL. We expand the search to nearby states when there's no local match.
What Lung Tumors Trials Typically Cost
Many trials cover part or all of treatment costs. Of the 14 trials we're currently tracking for lung tumors:
The trials themselves are run by research institutions — we don't charge for them. Funding status changes as studies open and close, so we confirm current coverage when we match your pet.
What Lung Tumors Research Is Focused On
Current studies for lung tumors are exploring approaches like:
- •Targeted molecular therapy
- •Immunotherapy approaches
- •Minimally invasive surgical techniques
- •Systemic chemotherapy protocols
How it works
Tell us about your pet
Share the diagnosis, your pet's age and size, and your location. It takes a few minutes — no account needed.
We research current trials
We check open studies against your pet's actual eligibility — diagnosis, stage, location, and prior treatment. Most matches come back in 2–3 days.
You get your matches
A personalized list of trials your pet may qualify for, with locations, funding status, and exactly how to enroll.
The trials themselves are free and run by research institutions. Our fee covers the research and eligibility matching — and if we don't find any matches for your pet, you don't pay.
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Our matching service screens all 14 active Lung Tumors trials against your pet’s specific profile — age, breed, stage, and location.
$7 to see your matches · $23 only if trials are found
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