Diesel Diego is a 8 year old Pogona vitticeps (Bearded Dragon) in CHICAGO, IL, who needs $1,300 for Sedated Femoral Pore Lancing.

Seven months ago, I walked into a pet shop with no intention of bringing home a bearded dragon. But then I saw Diesel. He was a curious 8-year-old with the most striking, bright yellow color and an unusual face with big, bulging eyes that caught mine immediately. As soon as I held him I knew I was going to adopt him and he'd be leaving that day with me.

He is suffering from severely impacted and clogged femoral pores These impactions are incredibly painful and have reached a point where they cannot be treated at home. Without professional surgery to clear the blockage and prevent a deep-seated infection, my "little dinosaur" is at risk of losing his mobility—and his life. Niles Animal Hospital will be performing the surgery.

Diesel is universally adored! He steals the hearts of friends, family, and strangers alike. He is incredibly social, loves being the center of attention, and even enjoys dressing up for holidays. Whether he’s hitching a ride on a shoulder or posing for a crowd, he brings a smile to everyone he meets. He is a bright yellow ray of sunshine, and I need him back to his happy, pain-free self.

Living on a fixed Social Security Disability income, I wasn't prepared for this sudden, major surgical expense. It’s heartbreaking to see Diesel in pain when a cure exists just out of my reach. Having him healthy would mean the world; he’s truly a ray of sunshine.