Help Aura get TPLO surgery — Waunakee, WI

Aura is a 6yrs. Old , Female, Australian Cattle/German Shepard mix. I adopted her when she was 6 months old from a shelter in Southern Ca. When she was brought out at the shelter to meet me she had a smile and it looked as if there was a purple Aura around her. Hence, her name Aura. She immediately ran to me and I knew then we were meant for each other. Some may say I saved her but she came into my life exactly when I needed her.

Around 9 months ago she was diagnosed with a torn ligament in her left hind leg. I bought a brace and didn't work so well. Now her right hind leg also has a torn ligament. Much worse than her previous injury. Trying to find a good, low cost surgery I came across Mission Animal Hospital in Edwn Prairie, MN. 4 hrs from where we live. They have great reviews and better prices.

I am a Navy Veteran with mild PTSD, anxiety and major depression. Aura is my emotional support animal. She knows when I am having issues and is always around me when those issues happen. We are inseparable, she goes where I go and loves being with me. She is so protective of me and will not let anyone get to close without keeping a watchful eye on me .

With all my physical and mental issues I have filed and submitted for disability benefits through the VA. I am waiting for an answer. I work for my sister watching her children and odd jobs around her house. Which she pays me cash every week but it only is enough to pay rent and utilities. I am supported by the local food bank and have very limited income.