Helia is a 12-year-old Golden Retriever in Abingdon, MD, who needs $950 for Stelfonta.

Helia is a mixed breed Labrador retriever. She has a beautiful happy life with our family. I was a veteran fresh home from Iraq and felt I had no purpose. I thought a dog would bring me a purpose. She has been my comfort, companion, and best friend to travel with through life. She loves walks and swimming. Being the last one of the litter to find a home, I was blessed to find my best friend.

Helia has her soulmate Dozer who is a mixed breed pitbull rescue. From the day I rescued dozer they have been inseparable. Playing and running and considerate of each other. Dozer and Helia have grown together. My fiancé Teresa and Helia have a special bond. The most special thing about Helia is how she gives support when she knows when your sad or hurt.

She must catch a squirrel so we finally got her a plush squirrel to tear in to. Every single day you walk in the door Helia will have a toy ready to play. She loved to dance in her younger years. If you scratch a good itch spot she has the most funny side smile. You can’t help but laugh. She truly brightens up any room and is so gentle and caring to everyone. Boy does she love to swim. She fetches

Helia has developed a mast cell tumor on her right front paw. This can be a life threatening cancer diagnosis. There has been a new FDA approved treatment known as Stelfonta. This would require Stelfonta treatment, prednisone, famotidine, and potential pain medication. As well as post wound care. This is such a fantastic option for Helia.
Dr. Kristen Vance
Homeward Bound veterinary clinic

Our need for this campaign is to raise funds $950.00. With bills piling up and time passing with the tumor growing, We have to reach out for help paying for the treatment that will prolong My best friend’s life and give us more time to make life long memories.