Axel is a 7-year-old Rottweiler in Port St Lucie, FL, who needs $3,000 for tibial tuberosity advancement surgery.

Axle came home to us when he was released from the litter. He was the runt. It is hard to believe he is going to be seven years old this week. A year ago I was assaulted teaching in a maximum-security prison for girls. He has been my emotional support dog since then and goes with me everywhere. People that see him comment on how well behaved he is, especially when we are in a store shopping. He knows if he wants something he must carry it all the way to the register. He has learned to be picky. He sleeps with me every night. He senses when something is wrong.He brings joy to my life and I don’t know what I would do without him. I know he knows that I am having a hard time and the times when I melt down, Axel is right next to me giving comfort.