Damu is a 1-year-old German Shepherd in Minneapolis, MN, who needs $2,000 for Femur Fracture Repair.

Damu was a gift, given to me on the Fourth of July in 2021, just shortly after my daughter found out she was going to be blessing me with a Grandbaby. My family is very close knit, and Damu took a special interest in my Grandchild before he was even born. Now that he's here, they are the best of friends. We live in a home in Minneapolis, MN.

Damu isn't 'just a dog', he's a member of our family. He's very social and loves the open door policy that comes with having family member close enough to stop in at random. He loves everyone, young, old, and everything in between, though he is especially fond of my six month old grandson. I think he would be happy if he could just kiss the baby all day every day.

Damu, being a King German Shepherd, can look so naturally regal-but he's a goof at heart, and I love when that comes out in his facial expressions when he's playing and having fun. He has had a special place in my heart since day one, but at a mother and grandmother, I am so appreciative of the love that he has for those I hold dear as well.

Damu was lured out of my yard on the morning of Monday, August 29th by a complete stranger. This man then shot Damu at least three times, twice in his rear left leg, breaking his femur, and at least once in the head. Thankfully the bullet didn't pierce his skull, but there were fragments embedded in his skull. He's being treated at Mission Animal Hospital, by Dr. Ashley.

When Damu was given to me, it was my hope to have him certified as my service animal as I have extensive medical issues. Because of my medical conditions, I am unemployed. It would mean the world to me to see Damu healthy and not in pain anymore. He didn't deserve this.