Our Mission

Lord Murray Barkington was more than just our dog. From the day we adopted him, he was our child. Our world revolved around him, and we loved him more than words can say. On July 2, 2023, our precious boy died after battling cancer. He was only 7 years old.

Before Lord Barkington got sick, we were vaguely aware that dogs could get cancer, but that was all we knew. Humans have huge advertising campaigns to make people aware of the existence of various types of human cancers and to promote cancer screening. These campaigns are relatively non-existent for canine cancer. We are working to raise awareness about canine cancer to help other dogs avoid Lord Barkington’s sad fate.

First, we feel that dog owners should be made more aware of the symptoms of canine cancer and the prevalence of the disease. This will enable them to be the first line of defense of their dog’s health and make informed decisions about what to do.

Second, we have concluded that there is some sort of information gap in the veterinary industry regarding canine cancer. Lord Barkington was misdiagnosed 6 times by 5 different veterinarians before receiving the correct diagnosis of cancer. We have spoken with many other owners of dogs with cancer who had a similar experience. As with human cancer, time is of the essence. Delays in diagnosis can be fatal, but cancer doesn’t have to be a death sentence. Early detection and prompt treatment can save lives. It is our personal quest to figure out where the breakdown in the informational or educational system is, and then take action. Meanwhile, we are here to share the knowledge we gained during Lord Barkington’s cancer journey with dog owners everywhere. We will continue to share anything we learn in the future.

~ Kellee & Keith