So here we are 2 weeks post left front leg amp after an aggressive malignant melanoma diagnosis of the foot bed and paw.

We had some bumps in the healing process that includes an e coli infection of the incision. It's FINALLY clearing up. Kota had 80% of his staples removed yesterday. They kept a few in where the infection is still clearing for safe keeping. The best news is, he IS a candidate for this vaccine.

Saturday he gets the rest out and his kidney function checked since the high octane liquid antibiotic injection he's on can mess with them.

They removed his lymph node with the amp and want to do one more strain test just to see where they may have to go in the future IF the vaccine isn't performing as it should. The results of the new test do not affect him being able to receive the vaccine.

Starting this Tuesday he will begin his vaccine sessions. It's a series of 4 shots total, given 2 weeks apart with a booster shot given in 6 months.

Kota is feeling MUCH better and definitely getting his crazy spark back:)

Oncept uses the dogs own immune system to recognize a cancer cell as a threat to his system and destroy it.

We'll be starting K9 Immunity Plus to supplement and keep his system in tip top shape.

So a 10 month prognosis can be extended 3 fold and beyond if all goes well! We'll keep everyone updated! Thank you for the continued support and prayers!

Amy, Peter, and our super trooper Kota the Sheltie