Angus is a 13 year old Mix-Breed in Tucson, AZ, who needs $1,500 for Diagnostic Surgery.

Angus was a gift to my daughter for her 18th birthday from one of her Future Farmers of America (FFA) teachers. While she was in school, Angus spent his days with me, so we bonded. When my daughter turned 19 years old, she moved into her apartment, taking Angus with her. My depression got worse.

On March 22, 2024, we took Angus for his annual check-up/vaccines. Dr. Hailey Griffin, D.V.M. of Old Pueblo Veterinary Clinic, noticed a growth in his mouth, The possible tumor grew quickly and is about the size of a walnut. Angus needs diagnostic surgery; Dr. Griffin is concerned about him having cancer. We need $1,500.

When Angus first came to us, we had two cats. Lady was 11 years old, and Pandora was 6 months old. In 2014, Lady became very ill and had to be euthanized. Pandora went outside and lost her way home. She eventually found her way home but ran away because she was feral and afraid of the 6-month-old puppy my daughter had gotten me. I never saw her again and the puppy had to be re-homed.

My husband and I live on a fixed income and the up-front cost of the surgery is more than we can afford. Though suffering severe pain, Angus is still a loving, cuddly, and happy dog. To have him healthy again means keeping our family complete.