Dink is a nine-year-old Fox Terrier in Melbourne, Florida who needs $2,000 for hernia surgery.

Dink has been with his human mom, Tara, through thick and thin--- even during times in Tara's life when she was homeless, he never left her side.

Now Tara is facing financial challenges again, like so many families are as the world emerges from the pandemic. The problem is Dink needs surgery immediately to fix a dangerous hernia that is also causing him pain, but Tara can't afford the operation. The Street Dog Coalition wants to help. The nonprofit group provides care to pets of people experiencing homelessness.

"Dink is her world," The Street Dog Coalition tells Waggle. "Dink's mother is sweet and gentle and relies on him for companionship. Their human-animal bond is incredibly important to both of their well-being."

The group relies on donations to help as many animals in need as they can. Tara and Dink hope Waggle's thoughtful community will give to their fundraiser so both Dink can be the faithful, supportive dog he's always been, and his caring spirit will help his mom get back on her feet again.