DJ is a 9-year-old Chihuahua Mix in Last Vegas, NM, who needs $1,174 for Dental Treatment.

Hello, this is Dennis and DJ and we live alone. I have a severe spinal injury and DJ has saved my life from depression. Our bond is so tight that DJ is a 'lap' dog not a 'floor' dog! I only receive enough from SSI ($794) a month to pay for our basic needs in life. He needs dental work so bad and although I got him an exam, I cant pay for his dental treatment plan.

DJ, being a lap dog, is always on my lap and sleeps in bed with me. He loves to steal treats and have me try to get them from him. He loves to go for walks but he hasn't felt good lately and it makes me so sad. He loves car rides and my caregiver takes us out frequently! And he is the best alarm system but he is not a barker. He likes to watch TV with me and talk to the TV dogs.

I am just a 48 year old divorced disabled man living in low income housing alone. I was in an accident where I fell off a ladder while working and destroyed my spinal column. I am unable to work and barely get around except for my caregiver. I need help with DJ's dental .

DJ has been healthy the time that I have had him. I don't know his previous medical history. I just get his nails clipped and vaccinations at the local Vet. I took him to Dr.Esteban Armendariz DVM at VCA Arrighetti Animal Hospital, 1882 Plaza del Sur, Santa Fe, NM 87505. 505-471-2888. His dental needs are extensive. At least a molar and 3 incisors must be removed before x-rays.

DJ and I live alone but some neighbor dogs come visit and he shares his biscuits. He loves their daily visits as he has a heart of gold and is very noble. He is so funny when he sits up on his hind hunches...I laugh out loud. He knows when I am hurting and comforts me like a sweet little nurse. Even if I try to hide my pain from him he still knows instantly. He is absolutely my life line.