Gordo is a one-year-old English Mastiff in Ukiah, CA, who needs $2,000 for an MRI.

When you look at the adorable pictures of Gordo and his human family, there is no doubt he is cherished and loved.

"Gordo, or as my daughter says, "GORDY," came into our life when he was nine weeks old, and he quickly stole all of our hearts," Amanda T., his human mom, tells Waggle. "He is now a little over a year old."

When Gordo was young, Amanda worried he might have hip issues, and now their beloved dog is in severe pain. His veterinary team believes his problems are likely neurological, and he needs an MRI at the Pet Emergency Specialty Center of Marin to get some answers.

The scan is $3500. Amanda doesn't have the money to pay for the MRI, but Gordo desperately needs it. "With our current living situation, we can't afford additional monthly expenses. Gordo is not just a dog; he is family. He is our first pet as a family unit," Amanda says.

Unfortunately, pet insurance won't cover Gordo's scan because veterinarians have treated him for this medical issue in the past, and now it's considered a pre-existing condition.

Amanda and her family are heartbroken and desperately trying to raise the money to help Gordo. "Every night, he sleeps right next to Olivia's (Amanda's daughter) bed. I don't think we could ever break this habit even if we wanted to. Gordo gets so excited and loves to be around people he has to be the center of attention," Amanda adds.

Will you help Gordo get the MRI he needs?