Alfie is a 7 year old British Shorthair in Elk Grove, CA, who needs $8,000 for Cystotomy with HCM-Safe Anesthetic Management.

Alfie is a beautiful soul we adopted a year and a half ago. We were originally looking for a kitten and had no intention in adopting an adult cat. However, he quickly changed our minds. He had the cutest cheeks and friendliest personality. We knew we had to bring him home. Alfie bonded quickly with the entire household, including his kitty sister, Pippa. He was the best decision we ever made.

Recently, our lives were turned upside down when Alfie was diagnosed with a large bladder stone that requires surgical removal. Prolonging treatment risks painful urinary obstruction, which can be deadly. To make things even more difficult, he also has HCM, a heart condition that requires specialized care. The estimated cost of surgery at VCA Loomis Basin Veterinary Specialists is around $8000.

Alfie adores music and loves to lie by the piano while it's being played in our home. He is also very patient—even with the tiniest of little humans who are far from gentle. He doesn't have an aggressive bone in his body. Everyone who comes in contact with him comments on his confident and friendly demeanor. Meeting Alfie has inspired so many of our friends and family to get cats of their own.

We are a low-income family made up of two young kids and two student-parents working hard to better our lives. We have used most of our savings on vet bills, and taking on thousands of dollars in debt simply isn't something our family can realistically manage.