Grateful Client Program
Dave and Eddylee Scott,
Heather Davis ('09 DVM) and "Cassie"
Dave and Eddylee Scott were referred to the WSU Veterinary Teaching
Hospital in 2008 by their veterinarian Dr. Lance Campbell ('99 WSU DVM)
for a tumor on the top of their then 7-year old Golden Retriever's
head. “Cassie” received surgery and radiation therapy, but the tumor
returned 10 months later. With all standard options exhausted, Cassie
began a Palladia (toceranib phosphate) regimen, a new cancer drug
therapy, and pamidronate, an osteoporosis treatment in September 2009.
These new therapies combined to keep her symptom-free and enjoying life.
So grateful were the Scotts for the care their beloved Cassie received,
they decided to do something to give back. They hosted an event in 2010,
which raised nearly $7,000 to honor their dog “Cassie” and the
veterinarians who cared for her when she was diagnosed with cancer. The
Scotts have continued their commitment to the WSU Teaching Hospital and
to the medical staff who helped their beloved Cassie. They hosted their
second event in 2011 raising $14,000 for the Veterinary Teaching
Hospital. Shortly after the 2011 event, Cassie finally lost her nearly
2-year battle with cancer.
The Grateful Client Program is a way for pet owners to show their
appreciation for the extraordinary care their local or WSU veterinarians
have given to their animal companions. When clients give through the
Grateful Client Program, they honor those who have personally touched
their lives, while supporting outstanding patient care at the WSU
Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
