Duke is a 6 year old Mix-Breed in Tucson, AZ, who needs $1,008 for Sedation, Labs, X-rays, and Medications.

Hi, I’m Duke! I am named after The Duke, John Wayne. He is my dad’s favorite, so dad named me before we even got home from the shelter! I have mom and dad, and three human brothers. Don’t tell my other brothers, but the youngest is my favorite. My nicknames are Doofy Dog, Whats in your mouth, and No jumping. 🤣 I love playing with my family, and snuggling with Mamma in her recliner, and treats!!

Duke has been peeing more frequently, & only pooping every 2-3 days. He has lost almost 10 lbs in the last 6 months, & his liver enzymes are VERY high. X-rays showed nothing, but a radiologist needs to read them to know for sure. Liver meds might help, but only if something serious isn’t happening, we don’t know that yet. He needs future visits.
Rita Ranch Pet Hospital, Tucson, AZ

I (Dukes mom)have severe anxiety & PTSD from childhood trauma. He is a very special dog in a lot of ways, but the help he gives me is invaluable. From just sitting by me when he senses my mood change, to, quite literally, licking the tears from my eyes, he always knows what to do when I am struggling. I truly don’t know what I would do without him. He isn’t a trained service dog, but he could be.

I am currently not working due to life circumstances, so money is very tight. We can afford some, but not all, of today’s visit, labs, X-rays, and meds. I am worried that the meds may turn out to be a long term thing, or there is something worse going on, and we are worried.