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Golden Retriever Tucker Enters Partial Remission After Lymphoma Treatment

9/1/2026

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Courtney Budzyn announced her 8-year-old golden retriever Tucker began cancer treatment and entered partial remission after one week.
Veterinarians diagnosed Tucker with lymphoma two weeks before the Aug. 30 announcement.
Veterinary oncologist Aaron Banick is overseeing Tucker’s treatment, which could extend his life one to three years.
Tucker, though “dumpier,” continues swimming, walking and visiting parks while his story appears in a November picture book.

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Courtney Budzyn announced her 8-year-old golden retriever Tucker began cancer treatment and entered partial remission after one week.
Veterinarians diagnosed Tucker with lymphoma two weeks before the Aug. 30 announcement.
Veterinary oncologist Aaron Banick is overseeing Tucker’s treatment, which could extend his life one to three years.
Tucker, though “dumpier,” continues swimming, walking and visiting parks while his story appears in a November picture book.