Bella is a 12-year-old Black Lab in Los Angeles, CA, who needs $2,000 for Radiation.

My ex-husband and I adopted Bella back in 2008 when she was a puppy. We immediately knew we have adopted a special child: so smart, kind, polite, loving, and just a bundle of joy! Since my husband and I had separated back in 2016, Bella and I live together in Los Angeles. She's the love of my life. I've never loved anyone in the world the I love her. She is truly a gift!

Bella is my support as much as I am her support. We do everything together: hiking, swimming, walks (of course), going to the drive-in movies, and when I was able to afford it, we traveled together. Bella loves her father (my ex-husband), and when he comes to visit us, it is always such a great time! Bella and I have daily conversations. She understands me. You see, she's my daughter, not my dog.

I am divorced and out of work. I am a full time student, pursuing a degree in law. But I am just at the beginning of my educational journey. Her amputation surgery has drained all my savings. Bella is my life! I cannot see life without her. She means EVERYTHING to me!

Bella is a healthy pup with the exception of residual cancer. She had to have her toe amputated since there was cancer there. The surgery was expensive, but I was able to come up with the money. However, the surgery drained all of my savings and I am left with nothing in my bank account. The residual cancer needs to be addressed with a one-time radiation treatment.

When I speak to Bella, she listens. She tilts her head and processes the words. She will respond to many words, such as: walk, nap, treat (her favorite!), park, hike, beach, play, love, and many other words and sentences. She loves my home made bread, so I can no longer say "bread" out loud. She freaks out and drags me to the kitchen to bake it for her immediately! Haha :)