Help Ramos get MRI, potential surgery — Austin, TX

I adopted Ramos, better known as Moos, when he was 4 months old. He's been with me through the best & worst periods of my life. Always by my side as my rock.

He is extremely intelligent, has a big personality and an even bigger heart. I've had dogs before, but never have I experienced a connection like this. He is my heart, my soul dog and we love each other unconditionally.

Moos suddenly couldn't move his neck or lay down without whimpering in pain, struggled to stand up and stopped eating/drinking normally. Vets suspect a cervical disc injury (IVDD) pressing on his spinal cord. He also has reduced kidney function, complicating anesthesia and medication. He needs an MRI in September to confirm the diagnosis and guide treatment: rest, medication, or possibly surgery.

I'm not exaggerating when I say I love him like a child. Moos has such a grounding, calming energy which always had a positive effect on me and the people around us. He's my biggest mirror and source of growth. He's always by my side, traveled with me to the other side of the world and I'm not done showing him the world yet. I would do absolutely anything for him too keep him safe and happy.

I'm a Dutch tourist in Austin with no income and insurance, and he's too sick to fly home for treatment in the Netherlands. I feel helpless watching him suffer so I want to give him the care he needs right now but I can't afford his MRI alone (≈ 4,000 USD). Every bit helps!