Suffering, Surrendered, and Still So Sweet — Help Chiquita Get the Treatment She Needs

In the past two weeks, D&A Animal Rescue has taken in several dogs in urgent need of care—but one in particular has touched every heart on the team: Chiquita.

Chiquita was surrendered by her owner in heartbreaking condition. From the moment she arrived, it was clear she was in pain and had been suffering for quite some time. Her anus was severely swollen, making it difficult for her to even sit or move comfortably. On top of that, her teeth were in terrible shape—likely causing her constant discomfort with every bite and every breath.

D&A Animal Rescue rushed her to the vet, where the initial exam raised even more concern. The vet suspects that Chiquita may be suffering from TVT (transmissible venereal tumor)—a form of cancer. A specialist appointment is scheduled for next week, but in the meantime, her condition remains fragile and painful.

Now, D&A Animal Rescue is asking for the community’s help to continue providing the care Chiquita so desperately needs. Please consider giving today and being a part of Chiquita’s healing journey. She deserves to know what it means to be healthy, safe, and loved.