Alberta's Story

Alberta came to us from a pound because her time was up. We were horrified to see what this small girl had endured for an unknown period of time. When we first met her she was depressed, very thin and covered in her own feces. When we took a closer look we noticed she had a very large tumor, which was later determined to be a mammary tumor. It was obvious she had never been treated. She was immediately brought to the vet where it was discovered it had spread to her liver and lungs. Vets also suggested she may have only lived another 2-3 weeks on her own. X-rays also revealed she had a 22 bullet lodged in her body and most of her teeth were broken off. We are very sad to say Alberta was put to sleep because the cancer had already spread throughout her tiny body and there was nothing we could do for her.

It is very discouraging and sad to rescue these helpless animals and then find out there is nothing that can be done to save them. Though she was with us for such a short time and her story is one of sadness, we hope that sharing Alberta's tragic story will inspire people like you to support SCARS. We want to continue to help dogs, such as Alberta, to receive treatment and care even when all we can do is help end their suffering. We believe that is the least society can do for an animal whose life may have only been one of hardship and suffering.

Alberta is gone, but not forgotten.