Dixie's Story

Dixie

Dixie came to our attention after she was discovered on the roadside, in agony, tears in her eyes, and a swollen front limb. Concerned about the possibility of cancer, Animal Services arranged for PETS ER to conduct radiographs on her swollen limb and chest to rule out any cancer. Regrettably, the radiographs revealed that the swelling in her limb was indeed cancer, specifically Osteosarcoma, an excruciatingly painful form of cancer. However, the chest radiographs provided a glimmer of hope, as there was no sign of cancer in her chest cavity. Animal Services promptly scheduled an appointment with a surgeon to amputate her affected limb. She was then placed in a loving foster home to aid in her recovery. Subsequent lab tests delivered unfortunate news, as the cancer had spread. The Canine Oncologist Informed Animal Services that Dixie had only a few months left to live, so our priority became ensuring her comfort and well-being. Dixie is currently in a hospice foster home where she is being tenderly cared for and loved until her time comes.