Laurie Kaplan Author

LAURIE KAPLAN, MSC

Author of "Help Your Dog Fight Cancer"

Administrator of the Magic Bullet Fund

Advisor, Canine Cancer Action Plan

Medical Animal Writer.
See Happy Tales and Search and Rescue dogs at the World Trade Center, 9/11/2001

Mental Health Counselor

Co-author "Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology." Blackwell Publishing, Inc., Jan 2007.

Member Dog Writers Association of America

Host, Cancer Pet Loss support group

Former editor-in-chief, Catnip newsmagazine, Tufts Vet School

Co-founder of volunteer program, SPCA of Westchester

Laurie Kaplan lives in Ossining NY with Parker (black lab mix, 14 years old who spent 8 years at the SPCA until Laurie emancipated him in June 2005) and kitty TipToe, 18 years old (same shelter, adopted in 1991). Laurie enjoys hiking, playing bridge, reading, writing and doing puzzles.

A Letter from Laurie

When I wrote Help Your Dog Fight Cancer, I hoped it would reach everyone trying to give their dog a chance to survive cancer.

I love that Bullet's book is helping so many people and dogs their fight cancer. I hate that there is such a tremendous demand for that help.

The thousands of copies sold are an indication of the overwhelming statistics. Canine cancer is affecting millions of dogs at this moment. I am haunted by thoughts of all of the people who have dogs with cancer but who cannot afford treatment. After completing the first printing of Help Your Dog Fight Cancer, I founded the Magic Bullet Fund to help these people and their dogs. My donations from book proceeds were the first influx to the fund and they continue although now they are dwarfed by the generous donations of so many others.

By the second printing of this book in 2005, Bullet had left me, taken by old age, still cancer free. On the first anniversary of his departure, the Magic Bullet Fund began to accept dogs into the program to help them through treatment. The fund provides financial assistance. I offer the families guidance in all medical decisions, diet and supplement, general home care and emotional support.

In the 2nd Edition, released summer of 2008, I updated medical information and added a final chapter to discuss palliative care, euthanasia and grief.

Magic Bullet Fund
At best: The fund gives dogs a chance to beat cancer.
At least: The fund allows owners time to create more precious memories and have a long goodbye with their beloved friend.

Laurie Kaplan is the author of “Help Your Dog Fight Cancer: An Overview of Home Care Options.” This book, Bullet’s legacy, has helped thousands of dogs and caretakers in their fight against cancer.

Laurie Kaplan is the administrator of The Magic Bullet Fund, a program of the 501(C)(3) Perseus Foundation. The Magic Bullet Fund helps caretakers with financial constraints get cancer treatment for dogs with good prognoses. Apply or donate online HERE or by mail: Magic Bullet Fund, PO Box 2574, Briarcliff NY 10510.

Laurie co-authored "Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology." Blackwell Publishing, Inc.Jan 2007. Order using author's discount code PRGC67. Book covers cancer treatment for veterinary school students and veterinarians. Published by Blackwell Publishing, Inc., Jan 2007.