Ellie is a 3 month old Great Dane in Burlington, CT, who needs $2,000 for Hospitalization and Prednisone.

Three years ago, I adopted my sweet Great Dane mix, Ellie, from KC Pet Rescue. She was just 11 weeks old at the time — a shy, leggy puppy with big paws and curious eyes that hinted at how large she might grow one day.

Ellie had been part of a litter that came to KC Pet Rescue after being found in need of safe homes. The rescue volunteers cared for her until she was healthy and ready for adoption.

After a series of tests, the veterinarians diagnosed Ellie with Addison’s disease (hypoadrenocorticism) — a condition where her adrenal glands don’t produce enough essential hormones, especially cortisol and aldosterone. This can cause extreme fatigue, dehydration, low blood pressure, and even collapse if untreated.

Now, three years later, Ellie has grown into a beautiful, tall, and graceful girl — but in her mind, she’s still that little puppy who wants to curl up in your lap. She has a soft, calm presence that fills the house with warmth. No matter how big she gets, she’s happiest when she’s right next to us — leaning her head on a knee, resting a paw on a shoulder, or just quietly following us everywhere

Our financial situation is extremely tight right now. My husband recently underwent back surgery and is still on disability, which limits our household income. Between his recovery and Ellie’s medical needs — including Percorten-V injections, daily prednisone, and antibiotic