Jax is a 7-year-old Dachshund Mix in Ocoee, FL, who needs $1,500 for Perineal Mass Removal/Neuter.

Jax was given to me as a gift by my mother as I was struggling through a hard time after my best friend passing away at the age of fourteen. As soon as I received Jax, we bonded immediately. He’s been my entire world since. I currently live with my mother as well as my older brother. I have two dogs ; Jax and Duke.

Jax is a sweet heart deep down, but he isn’t afraid to be sassy. He tends to get anxious around new people, but when he’s around is immediate family he is more then happy. He loves to cuddle, belly rubs, and to hog an entire comforter! He spends his free time taking naps, barking out the window if the wind blows, and chasing his tale around.

Jax admires his older brother Duke. Duke is a pit bull but he seems to act more like the smaller dog than Jax. Jax is the mastermind behind things such as having duke use his body to knock of the trash can so Jax can get into it. He lie fascinated by squirrels and even just saying the word gets him excited. Jax has a huge personality, and once you get to know him you can see it very clearly.

Jax recently developed a perineal mass, which has grown rapidly over the course of a few months. I’ve taken him to his local vet to do testing such as ultrasound, blood work, and x-rays. They referred me to helping hands of orlando to perform a removal surgery and spay. His vet heavily recommended that he get the surgery as soon as possible as it is growing rapidly.

I am a current student in college as well as working a part-time job. I have already covered a lot of vet fees in order to get him through this, and it’s just nearly impossible for me to do the rest on my own. My mom is incapable of lending me the money, as she’s struggling.