Alaric is a 5-year-old American Pitbull Terrier in Johnston, RI, who needs $2,000 for Splenectomy.

Alaric and I have been trying to live our best lives since I adopted him 4 years ago. It’s been a crazy ride with his Babesia treatment and my ailments. But we’ve always had each other. He is my baby boy, my child, my guardian. I can not imagine my life without him especially at such a young age. As much as it bothers me to ask, we need some financial help for his spleen removal surgery.

Alaric’s favorite hobbies include bone chewing, ball squeaking, and walks. It doesn’t matter where we walk because he’s always the happiest boy. Most days he sleeps and especially as of late. He has not been himself since he started eating dirt. The dirt stemmed from the anemia which stems from the mass on his spleen.

Alaric is a lovable jerk and there’s no other way to put it. He is adored and loved by so many including all the ladies at the groomer. People who have seen our photos say how amazing is ears are. And honestly, they are some of the best bat ears around! He’s still quirky with new people. He’s been enjoying pack walks with his doggy friends for over year. But sadly, he can not participate right now

Alaric’s full story is a strange one. He was a doggy blood donor 2 years ago. Upon initial tests he had a clean bill of health. Then his blood started making other dogs sick. His blood work has been part of a study at NCSU since then. Alaric has always been asymptomatic. 8 weeks ago he started eat dirt in the yard. His blood work showed anemia. His ultrasound showed a mass on his spleen.

Alaric’s surgery will cost close to $4,000. I had to give up his pet insurance this year for my own. So this will be out of pocket. Any help will be great fully appreciated!