Heinz is a 9 year old German Shepherd Dog in Ambridge, PA, who needs $10,000 for ACL Surgery, Ortho Xrays, Joint Aspiration.

My former fiancé adopted Heinz to be protector to me. Within a year of Heinz joining the family my fiancé suddenly passed away. Heinz is what got me thru the tragic loss. If it wasn't for him, I don't know what I would have done. Since then, he has been a loving, devoted, protector to myself and my whole family. He is my beagle's best friend, and he would be lost without him.

Heinz became very ill. We took him to blue Pearl Animal Hospital where he tested positive for lymes and anaplasma and a possible auto immune we are hoping is caused from this. He stayed for 2 days and was able to come home. He was improving every day. On the way to his follow-up appt, he slipped and tore his ACL. He now needs to have surgery to ensure he heals properly.

Heinz is not just a dog or pet. He is our family member and best friend. He is truly loved by everyone. He has gotten me through the worst times of my life. Knowing that no matter what, he is always here and happy for no other reason but to be by our side and to be our protector. Heinz is very friendly, but he also makes sure that nobody will harm us. We love him with all of our hearts.

My husband and I both work FT. After vet bills, hospital stay, medications, our bills are $7,500. This does not include upcoming $1,600 for testing's and another potential $8,500 for surgery. I am willing to do anything to have my best friend healthy and pain free.