Coco is a 11 month old Chihuahua in Summerfield, FL, who needs $2,000 for Surgery to Correct Patellar Luxation.

Coco came into our lives when our friends could no longer keep her due to their own medical needs - his cancer and her flesh-eating bacterial infection. She is now a beloved part of our household, especially to my 15-year-old granddaughter who lives with me. Kyleigh cares for her faithfully, and she sleeps on Kyleigh's bed every night.

Coco's kneecap is out of joint (patellar luxation) due to hereditary leg problems. It's causing pain and a limp, and it will only get worse. She needs surgery to correct the problem, so she can run and jump again! We'll be taking her to Community Care Vet Specialists in Gainesville, FL.

She loves to play, and she snuggles with my granddaughter for naps. She thinks she's so huge, but she's terrified of little lawn signs - she growls at them and runs away! She's glad to see everybody, and gives lots of kisses! Coco is amazingly quiet and loving, and everyone loves her! She's very active and curious - fun to watch. She's even friends with Kyleigh's bearded dragon, Ziggy!

I am a widow raising my granddaughter, and live on a fixed income. She is very attached to Coco and worried sick (literally) about how we will be able to pay for her surgery. Coco is like an emotional support dog for her.