A week ago one of our long term foster families, Bill and Brandy Barton, had to let go of their permanent foster Casey. He had been having issues with eating, sometimes he would, sometimes he would vomit what he ate, and at times would be very lethargic. After a week or so of nausea meds, it was decided to do x-rays which led to an ultrasound. Casey had a tumor in his intestines and possibly more in his lungs. It was decided to help him cross the Rainbow Bridge on a day when he got his favorite food, bacon, lots of bacon. Casey was one of the most gentle and easy going shelties, he adored his foster family, and they adored him. Casey will be missed by many.

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Jan 2023: Let’s welcome Casey to Austin Sheltie Rescue. He’s an owner surrender because she is unable to care for him anymore. Casey is a sable merle and is 9 years old. He’s neutered and a little nervous about the transition. But I’m sure he will settle in and be as happy and friendly as his previous owners describe. 

UPDATE – Casey is now up to date on all vaccinations, is back on heartworm preventive, and has had a dental.  He did lose many teeth when our vet went in to clean them, several were abscessed or had so much tarter they had to be removed.  He is healing well with lots of soft food.  Casey is about 16 inches tall and weighs 43 pounds.  His bloodwork indicates some unbalance in his kidney values, so we will be watching them close.