Kookie is a 4-month-old Pomeranian in Marana, AZ, who needs $1,900 for Liver Shunt Surgery.

Kookie came into the rescue when his family could no longer care for him. He came from CA where he was purchased from a backyard breeder. He was recently diagnosed with liver shunt and due to his age and the severity of his condition surgery is the only thing that will save him and provide a quality of life. In addition to liver shunt he also has a deformed penis that will require surgery as well

Kookie just wants to give and receive love. He is still active and happy despite his medical condition. He likes his squeaky toys and will cuddle into your neck when you hold him and he loves kids. He deserves a 2nd chance to have a full healthy life despite a rough start already being in 3 different homes including his foster family

Kookie is the sweetest little puppy, just full of innocence. He is still learning about the world and knows that the people in his life are trying to help. When you talk to him he does the cutest head tilt and just gazes at you with those big brown eyes. He is also enjoying meeting and learning from the "big dogs" in his foster home who are showing him the ropes.

Kookie has had digestive issues since he was born. Despite trying various foods and different home remedies the previous owners were unable to improve his condition and he continued to lose weight to the point of emaciation. The liver shunt diagnosis was made at the Animal Health Center of Cave Creek AZ. He will be receiving his surgery at Pet Urgent Care in N Phoenix.

Our rescue currently has 85 animals in our care including several with life threatening conditions. Donations have been down and the need/demand is higher than ever. The surgery cost is estimated at $3800 so we are trying to raise at least a portion of that!