Chanel is a 9 year old Chihuahua in Los Angeles, CA, who needs $2,000 for Ovariohysterectomy.

Chanel is a rescue dog, who we found so skinny that you could see her ribs clear as day. She's been our family's dog for over 9 years now, and is recognized by all on our street as the tiny, loveable chihuahua. While we've had other pets during her time with us who have passed, she plays the big sister role with our 3-year-old Rottweiler. Until recently, she always cried of excitement at herleash

I've been heartbroken seeing how much she has changed because of her pyometra, a uterine infection. It is a one-time surgery, but because of her age and other medicines that were recommended not working, she now requires surgery as her last hope of survival at Ark Animal Hospital. She has refused to eat, rarely gets out of bed, and now only stares at her leash, and will be alone for her firstnight

Not only does she love her sister and her family, but she is loved by all. While she remained active, she would constantly follow my mom in the evening, knowing it was almost time for both of them to relax on the couch soon. She is very mellow, but gets scared easily, always wanting to be in our arms when something spooked her. She is a very special dog and has changed the lives of many we know

We're already paying for my grandfather's funeral expenses, and we've already lost 2 pets in the same manner where we couldn't afford to pay for their medical bills, but we can't stomach losing a third when we finally take them to a vet. Please help me, I'm a college student