Summer Hours:

It has been a tough summer for us at the Cupboard. On Tuesday, June 11th we lost our beloved Calvin at just 6 ½ years old. Around the middle of April Calvin was diagnosed with EPI, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, a condition in which his pancreas stops producing enzymes needed to aid in the digestion of food and absorption of nutrients. We began treating his condition at once. In the course of additional blood tests and ultrasounds, Calvin was also diagnosed with IMHA, Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia. For those unfamiliar, this is a disorder/disease in which one’s immune system reacts by attacking and destroying healthy red blood cells. Attempts to treat and bring Cal’s immune system under control were unsuccessful and Calvin became severely anemic. Ultimately, we were faced with the excruciating decision to say goodbye.

 

Calvin was a ray of light. Full of life and personality. From the day he was adopted, a 9-week-old rescue from Georgia, Calvin brought joy and smiles to so many who met him. Calvin loved being outside goings for walks and hikes. His favorite places were the conservation trails at home in Kittery, downtown Portsmouth, Fort Foster, the Wiggly Bridge in York and the Newburyport Rail Trail. Calvin carried himself with such confidence, and was a true “Gentleman”. And no matter where we walked, someone inevitably would stop us to comment on Calvin. We would constantly hear “What a handsome Dog” or “Look at him smile, what a happy dog!”.

 

Calvin also loved his nosework training and competition trials. He would get so excited when it was “time to work”. He achieved his NW1 Title in National Association of Canine Scent Work and was well on his way to an NW2 Title. We could not have been any prouder of our boy. More importantly, was watching his sheer enjoyment of working to and finding those hides.

 

Calvin openly accepted his adopted brother Finnegan too. He was gentle, respectful, and very playful with Finn. And in the short year they were together, they became best friends. They truly enjoyed their time together. Walks side by side, playtime and epic wrestling matches, and naps on the sofa shoulder to shoulder.

 

There is just so much we can say about you Calvin. To us, you were simply an amazing dog and companion. Undoubtedly one of a kind. You will remain forever loved, forever missed, and will always hold a very special place in our hearts.