~ Kincaide ~

Little Kincaide has been in our care for quite some time, battling skin issues and chronic ear infections. When one was "fixed" the other reared it's ugly head.  But we did finally get his skin issues resolved, and were constantly working on his ears. He was always a champion when it came to medicating his ears, which could be painful at times.  Never once did he put up even the slightest amount of resistance.  In fact, he normally wagged his tail the entire time his ears were being cleaned and medicated. He knew he was being helped.

Recently, we were contacted by a highly experienced Scottie home, who wanted to adopt a special needs dog.  It didn't matter if the dog needed daily treatments, they wanted to help a dog in need.  They decided Kincaide would join their family as soon as they could arrange to meet Kincaide in person and bring him home.

But it wasn't meant to be.  Kincaide became ill.  He was taken to our vet for IV fluids and medication to control his upset stomach. X-rays revealed nothing.  Blood tests revealed some anemia, after which a bone marrow test was performed.  No signs of tumors or cancer were found.  We treated the anemia for three weeks, and then retested his blood.  The levels were now normal and the vomiting had also been resolved.  Then, just 10 days later, out of nowhere, Kincaide became ill again.  His blood tests showed a high white cell count (a sign of infection).  More x-rays were taken, which revealed our fears.  Kincaide had a fast growing tumor on his stomach and another in his lungs, with fluid leaking into his abdomen.  Within a matter of just a few days, our handsome Kincaide had been ravaged by cancer.  There wasn't anything left to do to help him, but to say goodbye.

Sometimes, no matter how hard we try, or how long we try, the bad guys win.

It was indeed a pleasure knowing you Kincaide.  While we grieve at your loss, we have solace in knowing that we tried our best.

Run free at the Rainbow Bridge.

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