Cocoa is a 5 year old American Shorthair in Woodbridge, VA, who needs $2,000 for Enterotomy, Post-Op Gastrotomy.

Cocoa is my first cat and the reason I became a cat person. I rescued her five years ago when she was a tiny kitten found outside with an upper respiratory infection. My sister named her Cocoa because of the warm brown color of her toe beans. We live in a cozy home shared with friends, including two other cats. Cocoa’s gentle presence brings so much warmth and calm. She’s a huge part of our family

Cocoa was diagnosed with a linear foreign body obstruction, a life-threatening condition that required emergency surgery. Thanks to the team at Pender Veterinary Centre, she received care in time. While the surgery was necessary, it was completely unexpected, and the cost has left me stretched far beyond what I can manage.

She’s always been anxious and cautious, but she’s come a long way, slowly warming up to the two other cats we live with and finding joy in watching birds out the window, playing with her favorite colorful foam eggs and snuggling up for quiet cuddles. Having her healthy and home means everything to me. She’s my little baby, my support system, and my source of comfort.

I’ve recently accepted a new job and am currently saving up to purchase a car so I can reliably commute and build some financial stability. Watching her go through surgery and recovery has been emotional, but also a reminder of how deeply I love her.