Leonard is a 11-year-old Snorkie in Atlanta, MO, who needs $1,985 for Diabetes/Cushing's Treatments.

Leonard was born in my home on June 20, 2011. He has been with me his entire life. His mama dog (Millie)was a pregnant stray Yorkie brought in at our local vet clinic in need of a home. I was in college at the time, and adopted her. Leonard loved his Mama Millie so much, I obviously had to keep him too. Not that it took much convincing...

Lenny loves to be anywhere I am. We love to go hiking and on car rides together. Leonard lost his eye sight in 2020, but he still wants to go every where I am, so he often rides in my backpack. Leonard is my little protector. He sleeps right next to me at night, and even sleeps on the ledge of the tub when I'm taking a bath. If you haven't noticed, Leonard loves sleeping.

Lenny is a hilarious, clumsy, and lovable boy. In my opinion, adorable as well. His favorite words include: hungry, ride, and bedtime. He also has his own Instagram account leonardsnorkie where you can follow some of his adventures. Leonard has become a bit of a celebrity with my elementary students, thus his Instagram account was created.

Leonard has ongoing medical concerns. He is an extreme diabetic. Due to his diabetes being so out of control, Leonard is totally blind and had his left eye removed in May. Leonard wears a diabetic Libre sensor and requires an expensive perscription diet. We have spent all summer, including two surgeries, trying to find the right treatments. He is a patient at University of Missouri Animal Hospital

I am a second grade teacher at a small rural school. Leonard's needs have outgrown my teaching salary. I became very ill last year and missed a lot of work. Because of that, I am having to take a big pay cut. All that aside, I just want the best for my best friend. 💙