Benji is a 12 Year Old Mix-Breed in Elgin, IL, Who Needs $1,500 for Echocardiography.

We got Benji from a friend when he was 10 months old, back in 2014. He just turned 12 on Dec 9th! He was the first dog my sister and I ever had. He as always lived with either of us sisters, and he currently lives with me (Erika) by his own choice most likely due to him being the only dog here.

Benji was diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure in August of this year. His primary vet is Dundee Animal Hospital of Elgin but has been seen at Thrive a couple of times since diagnosis for emergencies.

Benji loves his human friends and family. He loves to get belly rubs, and especially his treats and will even do special tricks, such as saying please, speak, shake, dap, roll over, and play dead to earn them. He loves cuddling and spending time outside sniffing. He's super smart and understands a lot. Though he isn't a dog's dog, and tends to be reactive he still shows love.

Though there are 2 of us caring for Benji we both have very limited funds especially after dealing with multiple pet emergencies (2 for his sister, and 2-3 for him) current funds and savings have been depleted. We are both struggling with income, and are both adult students.