Coco is a 3 month old Shih Tzu in Salinas, CA, who needs $2,000 for Noncardiogenic Pulmonary Edema.

I’ve had Coco for less than a month and in the very short time we’ve had her, she has captured our hearts. She’s a riot; just like all puppies, all she wants to do is run, play, and sleep. She has also won over our other dog, Gizmo, who misses her. I’m a responsible dog owner and have never asked for help but the immense cost of an emergency is truly unbelievable.

Coco was eating when suddenly began to choke. My 70 year old mother was with her when it happened. I rushed home as quickly as I could but the emergency vet hospital was at least 30 minutes from home. We finally arrived and she was quickly admitted. She is still in the hospital, now two nights. She was in critical condition but we have hope she will recover.

Coco is a ball of love and has shared her love to those who have met her so far. She’s a tiny ball (2.87lbs) of love but mighty. We cannot see ourselves with out her running around like a Tasmanian devil.

This was certainly an unexpected expense. I’m a responsible dog owner but I’m also a single mother with an aging parent at home. According to the vet, a reason why pets don’t survive is because owners cannot afford the necessary care. I just can’t fathom not having Coco.