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Help Laila Find Relief From Her Painful Recurring Ear Infection

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Final update · September 7, 2026

When we first shared Laila’s story, this sweet young cat was struggling with a recurring ear infection that just wouldn’t go away. Despite previous treatments, her unilateral otitis continued to return, leaving her in need of more extensive veterinary care. Laila needed a thorough recheck, including ear cytology, sedation for an ear flush, and a deep otoscopic examination so her veterinary team could take a closer look and provide the care her ear needed. Thanks to everyone who came together for Laila, she was able to receive the veterinary care she needed. 🐾 For Laila’s mom, this support means so much more than helping with a veterinary bill. Laila is her emotional support animal and has been a steady source of comfort through some of her most difficult moments. Her calm presence helps ground her mom when anxiety and PTSD become overwhelming. Laila has spent her young life being there for the person who needed her most. This time, the Waggle community was there for Laila. 💜 Her family is incredibly grateful to everyone who donated and shared her story, helping make it possible for Laila to receive the care she needed and giving her the chance to feel comfortable and healthy again. Thank you for being part of Laila’s journey. Your kindness helped a beloved cat get the care she deserved—and helped ensure she can continue being the little source of comfort and love her mom depends on every day. Here’s to happier, healthier days ahead for Laila!

About this campaign

Laila has been diagnosed with recurrent unilateral otitis, a chronic infection affecting one of her ears. Despite previous treatments, the infection continues to return, leaving this sweet young cat in need of further veterinary care.

Her veterinarian has recommended a recheck ear cytology, sedation for an ear flush, and a deep otoscopic examination. These procedures will allow the veterinary team to thoroughly examine her ear canal, determine how the infection is responding to treatment, and provide the deeper cleaning she needs. Laila’s estimated veterinary bill is $874.

Thankfully, Paws 4 A Cure is providing a $400 grant toward her care. Laila’s mom is now working to raise the remaining $474 so she can move forward with this important treatment without delay.

Laila is so much more than a beloved cat to her mom—she is her emotional support animal and a constant source of comfort.

“Laila is a 1-year-and-9-month-old cat, and she's so much more than a pet — she's my emotional support animal, helping me manage anxiety and PTSD every single day. Her steady presence has gotten me through some of my hardest moments, and now it's her turn to need support.

Laila came into my life at a time when I needed her more than I even realized, and she has been my rock ever since. She doesn't just keep me company — she grounds me. When my anxiety spikes or the weight of PTSD feels like too much, she's right there, calm and present, reminding me to breathe. Caring for her isn't just something I want to do — it's something I owe her, given everything she's given me without even knowing it.

To potential donors: Thank you, truly, from the bottom of my heart. Whether you're able to give $5 or $50, every bit helps get Laila the care she needs and deserves. Your generosity doesn't just help a cat — it helps me keep the support system that helps me function day to day. I'm endlessly grateful for kindness like yours.”

Laila has spent much of her young life helping her mom through difficult moments. Now, she needs someone to help her.

A donation of any amount can help Laila receive the veterinary care she needs to get her recurring ear infection under control and give her the chance to feel comfortable and healthy again.

💜 Will you help give Laila the gift of relief?

Every tax-deductible donation brings her one step closer to the treatment she desperately needs. If you're unable to donate, sharing Laila’s Waggle campaign can be just as meaningful and may help her story reach someone who can.

Together, we can help this sweet girl get the care she needs and return to the happy, comfortable life she deserves.


🐾 Paws 4 A Cure Needs Your Help

Paws 4 A Cure is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance for urgent veterinary care to dogs and cats throughout the United States. We do not receive any government funding and rely entirely on the generosity of compassionate people like you.

Every tax-deductible gift—no matter the size—helps provide lifesaving veterinary care and gives families hope when they need it most.

Thank you for being part of the Paws 4 A Cure family and for helping dogs and cats like Laila receive the urgent veterinary care they deserve. Your kindness truly changes lives. 💜🐾

Location
MD • Paws 4 A Cure
Species:
Cat
Breed:
Maine Coon
Age:
1 years old
Sex:
Female