Chico is a 7-year-old Yorkie in Saint Charles, MO, who needs $1,300 for Cystotomy - Bladder Stone Removal Surgery.

I have never had to do anything like this. But under the advice of my youngest daughter. I am asking for help.

My dog "CHICO" is my licensed medical "companion!" I have had him since birth dating back to approximately 2015. He was so small and all black. And used to sleep in bed with me since that time. He would always end up at the top of my head on my pillow. And he still does to this day!

My dog "CHICO" is such a kind and caring dog. He "LOVES" all of my family members and closest friends. And when he encounters a friend or someone he does not know in the home. He barks up a storm. But if they call out to him and put their hands down to receive him. He immediately goes directly up to the to receive all the love, kisses, and hugs we all give him!

My dog Chico "LOVES" to hear and make me laugh. He will play with his toy balls and growl and shake his head back and forth. And once he hears me laugh. He does it even more. He "LOVES" sleeping with me. Even though he has his own hideaway bed. He barks up a storm as soon as he hears someone is at the door. And will run up to the door as if he were a trained police dog.

I have a small Yorkie ( 7 1/2 years old - 5.71 pounds) who has a wellness program with Banfield Hospital inside PetSmart. He was diagnosed with an infection about 1 1/2 weeks ago. That had him throwing up with blood in his stool. Nevertheless, I paid for the charges at Banfield for his medications, and prescribed food. All totaling $460. But he now has "BLADDER STONES" requiring surgery ($1,300)

I have been diagnosed with "SEVERE" Spinal Stenosis (3rd surgery required). I am now on a low-fixed disability income SSA/SSDI and am struggling financially. I have rent, utilities, car note, car insurance, etc. And I only receive $20 per month from SNAP/EBT Benefits. HELP