Iker is a German Shepherd who needs $2,000 for chemotherapy.

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Nancy A. knows how to prepare for a challenge, her husband is in the U.S. Navy, and they've moved around many times, deployed in different parts of the country. But now their family is preparing for a different battle: To help their beloved dog, Iker, who has been with them through every move, fight cancer.

"Iker was diagnosed with cutaneous lymphoma," Nancy tells Waggle. "His chemotherapy just started at Southeast Veterinary Oncology and Internal Medicine. The good news is his cancer hasn't metastasized. The fight just started!"

Nancy says they've had Iker since he was eight weeks old, and he is a member of their family. "Iker is priceless," she says. "He (and his doggie sister) have been my companions while my husband was deployed with the Navy. They have been my support, always by my side during the toughest moments. They put and smile on my face when I only wanted to cry."

Iker has always been very active, always ready to work and play. He loves walking, running, hiking, swimming, as well as learning. He is very well-behaved and protective of his family. He is kind and gentle with kids and people. "At night, we can hear him walking around the house, checking all the rooms; we believe that he is watching, ensuring that we all are good," Nancy adds.

Please help this military family win Iker's battle against cancer!