Ariel has been his dad’s heart for 15 years. Now he needs urgent help.

Ariel is a beloved 15-year-old Chihuahua who has been by his dad’s side since he was a puppy — a constant source of comfort, companionship, and unconditional love through every hardship life has brought. Described as “love on four paws,” Ariel is more than a pet. He is family, best friend, and emotional support wrapped into one tiny dog with gentle brown eyes. But now Ariel is struggling with a painful condition that is taking a serious toll on his quality of life.

What began as a small growth has slowly developed into a large inguinal mass that now causes discomfort, limited mobility, and daily burden. Veterinary specialists have determined that Ariel urgently needs surgery to remove the mass so he can be comfortable again and continue enjoying the life he deserves.

Because Ariel also has a heart condition, he must undergo an echocardiogram prior to anesthesia to ensure the surgery can be performed safely.

Without this medical care, Ariel’s pain and immobility will continue to worsen. The cost of Ariel’s life-saving diagnostics and surgery is estimated at $2,830. Paws 4 A Cure has generously committed a $400 grant, but Ariel’s dad still needs help raising the remaining funds needed to move forward.

Living on a very limited income, he has already exhausted his resources simply trying to keep Ariel evaluated and stable. He is doing everything he can for the dog who has stood by him for 15 years — but he cannot get Ariel this surgery without help. Ariel is still full of love and still has time left to enjoy with his family. He deserves relief from this pain, not to spend his senior years suffering from a treatable condition.

Your donation will help cover:

• Pre-surgical echocardiogram

• Surgical removal of Ariel’s inguinal mass

• Anesthesia and monitoring

• Post-operative veterinary care

Every dollar helps give Ariel the comfort, mobility, and continued life his devoted family is fighting for. Please donate today to help Ariel get the urgent surgery he needs.