Hennessy is a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever mix in San Antonio, TX, who needs $2,000 for chemotherapy.

After losing my childhood dog and best friend, Molly, about six months prior, I had not considered bringing another dog into my life. After seeing a photo of a sad-eyed three-month-old puppy that needed a new home, I decided to throw caution to the wind and go meet her. I immediately knew the void in my life could be filled by the bubbly personality of this puppy. While speaking to the owners, I was informed of their inability to appropriately care for her. Within minutes we bonded, and the small brown puppy happily climbed into my car, eager to see her new home. My life was forever changed for the better. Fast forward 3 years and I cannot imagine how I ever lived a day without her. We developed a relationship like no other. She is the most happy, loyal, devoted, and family-oriented dog I know. If I’m feeling down, she’ll come nudge at me and give me kisses - or bring me her favorite toy to cheer me up. If I’m celebrating, she will jump around and spin in circles with me. And if I’m relaxing, you can safely bet she is by my side snoring.
Since the first day Hennessy and our family dog, Busta, met they have been inseparable. The two love to play, go on long walks, and always be near one another when relaxing. Busta is going on 11 and has taught Hennessy all he knows about being kind and gentle, but also playful and adventurous. Hennessy loves going to the dog park to meet new people and other pets. She loves when family comes to visit from other states and she gets to run around with children that have as much energy as she does. She is always ready for a ride in the car, as it is more exciting to her than the destination itself. Most of all, Hennessy LOVES spending time at her "grandparents" house where she is showered with love and attention and receives countless belly rubs. Since my mother has become disabled over the last year, Hennessy has demonstrated great empathy towards her "grandmother" and is extra careful near her. When my father suffered an accident and shattered his ankle, Hennessy lay by his side day in and day out during his recovery.
Hennessy has the ability to touch the lives of everyone she comes in contact with. Her energy is radiant and her free spirit is captivating. My bond with Hennessy is the purest form of unconditional love and friendship.