Emma is a 4-year-old Newfoundland in SSC, NE, who needs $2,000 for UTI.

I am a retired service animal breeder, we raised Emma from birth to nine weeks old. At nine weeks she went to what we thought was her forever home via ground transportation. After being in that home health issues become noticeable. The now previous owners decided that they couldn't afford to treat Emma so they returned her to us. She is now four months old, we've had her back for two weeks.

Since Emma has been back in our care I've kept a daily detailed log of her health for our veterinarian. She is a very happy puppy that has adjusted back into our household quickly. Emma loves to play with the other animals and fetch our kids. Emma is a very smart puppy, she likes to show off her commands. She is with us all day and crated at night when we are sleeping to ensure her safety.

Emma is learning a lot from our adult dogs. Our oldest golden has taught her how to use her voice when she has to go outside to potty. She tries to be the best helper while cleaning up the house. Like most dogs she doesn't like the vacuum cleaner. Otherwise she is the best puppy. I am so happy with her temperament and disposition.

When she was with her previous owners she had contracted a UTI with an E-COLI infection. Emma did not get immediate treatment, her illness worsened. She has had this infection for over a month and is now being treated for it. She is on a dual antibiotic and scheduled to see a VCA Specialist September 28th. To see what the untreated UTI has done to her body, or if she will have life long effects.

With her regular vet care and seeing the VCA Specialist I am turning to you, the public, to ask for help if you are able to. This is an unexpected major expense that I'm not able to fully cover. All we want is for this puppy to get back up to the healthy dog that she was.