Copper is an 8-year-old Red Bone/Blue Tick Coonhound in McMinnville, OR, who needs $2,000 for diabetes treatment.

I got Copper as a baby and she has been living with us in my families household since I was in high school. She was my own first dog, I saved up money from my high school job to buy her. I had always dreamed of having my own Red Bone hound dog since I was little. My grandparents had a female Red Bone while I was growing up and I wanted one just like her, so I got her for my high school graduation.

Copper has always been a very loved member of our family. She frequently goes camping with us and spends lots of time on walks following her nose and taking naps. My sister had twin girls 3 years ago and Copper has been their protector ever since, those are HER babies! We recently got a puppy after having to put down my sisters dog this winter and they have become best friends!

This recent diagnosis has come up unexpectedly. My partner is in school and I am our sole provider making money tight. My family is willing to help the best they can, but with 3 year old twins, our funds are tight. The initial treatment is the hardest par for us financially.

Our Copper was recently diagnosed with Diabetes. We took her in a week ago because she was having some issues with bowel movements (she couldn't poop). She spent the night and had that taken care of. The next day we got her back home and she was shaking uncontrollably and drank an entire bowl of water. We took her back to the vet for blood work where they determined she was diabetic.

Copper is more than just a dog; she is our best friend and companion, a true member of our family. Ever birthday she howls along, in her hound voice, singing "happy birthday". She has done this since she was a puppy and it is now our families favorite birthday tradition. She also gets so excited for car rides that she will howl the ENTIRE ride!