Canelo is a King Charles Cavalier Poodle mix puppy in Plano, IL, who needs $600 for Parvovirus.

Canelo came into our lives from a family member's dog and he's been a fighter since he was born! He's normally doing puppy things, playing with our pittie, and is 10 weeks old. He's a gardener and loves digging up the dirt and plants we put down. He hides under the couch and will give our toes a nip if can catch them. He's the only "son" we'll have in our house full of girls.

Canelo loves rough housing and playing. He's usually following one of us in the house (husband/wife and four kids) like a little duckling. While one of us works on house projects or getting the kids ready for school, he often grabs the one thing you need and runs with it! He loves toys, and his dinosaur basket with a pillow that says "no bad day."

We are choosing to do the home treatment option, after my family was declined through the vet care financing option. My husband is the sole income earner at this time, and is currently on FMLA from a back injury so our income has reduced for the foreseeable future.

We recently learned a neighbor's dog tested positive for Parvo, and was letting their dog use our yard for their business during their morning walks. Within days of learning of the dog's illness, our Canelito started slowing down. He's drinking, but not eating and my husband took him to the vet where it was confirmed he has Parvo. He's been treated at River Heights Vet Hospital by Elizabeth.

Canelo is our "golden boy." He has a unique coat and color and is literally like a golden teddy bear. He's so small, and it's funny to see him be so rough when all you have to do is pick him up. He loves grabbing things, digging in the spots where I plant my plants, and he always trys to jump in the tub whenever his human sisters take a bath.