Source: AAHA
The article outlines the contributors and framework behind the 2026 AAHA Oncology Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. Developed by a multidisciplinary task force convened by the American Animal Hospital Association, the guidelines draw on expertise from Veterinary oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, feline practitioners, and academic leaders across the United States. Jaci Christensen and Kim Johnson serve as cochairs of the task force, supported by contributing reviewers from major Veterinary institutions.
The guidelines are advisory rather than prescriptive, allowing flexibility based on individual patient needs, available resources, and practice limitations. Recommendations are grounded in available scientific evidence where possible, supplemented by expert consensus and clinical experience, with acknowledgment that further research is needed in some areas. Conflict-of-interest disclosures are provided for transparency. The guidelines’ development was supported by industry sponsors and facilitated through professional editorial and organizational assistance, reinforcing their role as an evidence-guided resource for Veterinary oncology care.