Bear is a 9 year old Labrador Retriever in Bloomington, IN, who needs $2,000 for Sarcoma Removal Surgery.

I met Bear at the shelter while searching for a PTSD service/therapy dog. He was a living, breathing hug on four legs from the moment we met. We've been inseparable for 8 years now. He was my partner in crime on campus while I worked towards my B.A. He gave me the courage to move the two of us across the country to pursue my dreams. He's supported me through my own cancer diagnosis as well.

Bear suddenly developed lumps around his right hock joint on August 21st. His vet performed a fine needle aspirate and confirmed they were malignant sarcomas during an urgent care visit. He was referred to an oncologist at Purdue University's Small Animal Hospital, and his consultation is on September 10th. He urgently needs surgery to remove the tumors around his hock joint.

Bear loves to spend his days squirrel and people watching, cuddling with his human, and redecorating the house with beloved toy stuffing. His snores shake the house every night, his endlessly happy tail wags have toppled side tables, and his favorite part of the day is brushing "his teefies" with his chicken toothpaste. Everyone who knows him has said he's the happiest, kindest boy they've met.

I'm unable to work due to extensive medical treatment for my own cancer diagnosis and chronic immune disorders. Bear is my everything. He supported me for every surgery and radiation treatment, so now I'm rallying to give my precious boy the care he desperately needs.