CandyCorn is a 11-year-old Exotic Shorthair cat in Edinburg, PA, who needs $2,000 for urgent surgery.

The holidays were filled with a devastating series of events for the Connolly family, even for their cat, CandyCorn.

CandyCorn's human mom, Marge, was admitted to the hospital on Christmas day and transferred to a nursing facility for rehabilitation. Now CandyCorn is heartbroken and sits in Marge's chair, waiting for her to return.

Confused and missing her mom, CandyCorn was then diagnosed by a veterinarian with multiple mammary gland tumors. After discussing treatment, it was determined that removing these tumors would not suffice, and she needs a mastectomy. The family tells Waggle they are trying to raise the money for CandyCorn's surgery immediately, so Marge returns home to a healthy kitty, who means the world to her.

CandyCorn was born in Marge's home in 2010. Her husband and grandchildren coined her name after the colorings in the candy. When Marge's husband died in 2012, CandyCorn became her constant companion. Marge has other rescued cats too.

VCA Northview Animal Hospital is standing by to schedule CandyCorn's surgery. The Connolly's hope you will give to this campaign so they can all breathe a sigh of relief and hope that 2022 brings no more unexpected medical issues.

The Connolly family tells Waggle that CandyCorn spends her days lounging with Marge in her recliner, watching Days of Our Lives and the Hallmark Channel. At night she sleeps on Marge's pillow. Marge says CandyCorn, and her friends, help her handle Alzheimer's. When CandyCorn requires attention, she will reach her paw out and pet you until she gets her way. Since Marge's admittance to the hospital, CandyCorn has sat in her recliner waiting for her.

CandyCorn is an extremely personable kitty cat. She is a great snuggler and will notify you of her needs using her paws to gain attention. She spends her days within a foot of Marge at all times. Her favorite game is to run in circles around the house, nimbly maneuvering obstacles in her way, climbing the cat trees and furniture with ease. This game generally takes place around 2 am, as purr usual.

Please help CandyCorn get better in time for her mom to come home!