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This is the first Scottie, Sophie. She was born September 24, 2001 and was given to Mom by our human Sissy. Sophie actually started out as someone else’s Scottie. She was sold by her breeder at too young an age to a girl and her family. It was not a good match. Sissy worked with the girl, was aware of the problem so she was able to buy Sophie for Mom that December. Thus began Mom’s love affair with Scotties. Within the first year, Mom realized that Sophie had a disorder in the breed known as ‘Scottie cramp’. Cramp is a hereditary neuromuscular condition, usually induced by excitement and exercise, which causes contraction and stiffness of muscles. Most of the time it was controlled by eliminating the onset of the symptoms leading to cramping episode so Sophie was able to lead a wonderful life. Sophie crossed the Bridge in November, 2011. She died of cancer which Mom believes was originally TCC that had metastasized to her lungs. She died three weeks after diagnosis. She was a great Scottie. ~ Indy and Lucy
Skyler Braveheart said:
Yippee Sissy and Sophie ! And of course Mom, and Dad for giving Sissy such a loving home. Such a wonderful story…we are just so sorry that Sophie had cramp.looks like Mom found a way to ease her condition. Of course, Mama is reaching for the tissues…..
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indyandlucy said:
She was wonderful. Wish you could have known her.
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Leah Mcintosh said:
Oh, my goodness! We are so glad that your human Sissy was smart enough to get Sweet Sophie into your Mama’s hands and heart! Like Skyler’s Mama, this Scottie Mama is reaching for the tissues, too . . . 💗!!!
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indyandlucy said:
She was such a loving Scottie girl; you would have liked her.
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Leah Mcintosh said:
I may not have met her “with skin on” but love her anyway! 💗
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Robin said:
Never forget that first Scottie! I’m still waiting for my 2nd one! What is TCC? I so enjoy Indy and Lucy’s adventures!
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indyandlucy said:
Transitional Cell Carcinoma
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indyandlucy said:
The cancer probably started in her bladder and went from there. At the time, we were unaware of the high incident of cancer in Scotties. Maybe because we were so concentrated on the cramp. We did not know what to look for…then it was too late. Our hearts were broken. Still are.
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Robin said:
Thank you – that’s too bad. My little guy just keeled over at 15 years old.
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indyandlucy said:
What a long lovely life for a Scottie.
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pennyandthecount said:
Awe bless her ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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daisydoya said:
Precious sweet Sophie – Scotties provide a bond that remains even after they cross rainbow bridge. Much love to Sissy for sending Sophie to “their” mama. Ms. Judy
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indyandlucy said:
So true, Ms Judy. Thank you.
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fergusnguinness said:
It is so nice to meet Sophie. Fergus is thought to have cramp. When he runs he starts to goose step but corrects himself and goes into a stride. He is 11 and Docs could never diagnose it and he is not in pain so this is just the way he is. You love them in any way they are.
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indyandlucy said:
Sophie’s back would arch till she could not walk. Sometimes she actually toppled over. Painful for pawrents only.
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corkscot said:
We don’t know how we missed this post. Your Sophie and our Drew had similar starts. They could be considered rescued if you think about it.
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