Ellie is a 7 year old Golden Retriever in Conway, SC, who needs $2,000 for TPLO Surgery.

Ellie is my 7 year old redheaded golden retriever. We live in SC and she has one big sister, Jenny, an 11 year old dachshund terrier. She was once very active, loved to run and play. Now her activity is limited to going out to do her business. Walks aren’t possible. She no longer stands at her bowl to eat, but has to sit. Other times, she even lays down or has someone hold her bowl.

Ellie has torn ligaments in both of her knees and requires surgery to repair them. Her left knee is worse than her right so that will be the one we want to repair first. She is being treated by Charleston Veterinary Referral Center In Charleston, about two hours from our home.

Ellie’s favorite toy has always been her lamby, as you can see in the pictures, but she loves all of her fluffy toys. She is a love bug and loves to snuggle. She can be a bit of a doofus, but we love that about her. Big sister Jenny has been her best friend for her whole life. But she has a special fondness for Grampy.

Ellie’s knees have been bothering her for a couple of months, but we have only recently confirmed that she needs surgery. This is an unexpected expense for me, and not one that I am able to afford without assistance, as my income alone is not sufficient.