Lucias Xavier is a 12 year old Rottweiler in Albuquerque, NM, who needs $11,787 for Diagnosis and Electrochemotherapy.

Lucias Xavier is my 12-year-old Rottweiler mix and loyal best friend. We live in Albuquerque, staying with a group of friends who have truly become family. While we have all rallied to support Lucias through his illness, he is actually the one giving us quiet strength. Despite our shared hardships, his steady, loving presence is the anchor that keeps our newfound family united and resilient.

Lucias faces suspected oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma. His 2024 pathology was inconclusive, yet the required bone biopsy was never performed. We are now seeking a "clean slate" evaluation and life-saving Electrochemotherapy at Veterinary Cancer Care in Santa Fe. We are determined to get the definitive diagnosis and specialized treatment that was previously delayed due to diagnostic oversight.

Lucias is a "gentle giant" with an intuitive soul and calm temperament. He is famous for his "Rottie lean," sensing when we need comfort. He is incredibly gentle with everyone, including children, and has shown amazing resilience during medical treatments. Even with his current challenges, his tail never stops wagging when he sees his people; he is truly the heart of our home.

Our family is currently navigating the hardship of recent homelessness and medical trials; Lucias is my best friend and our anchor. We are fighting for justice after a 2024 misdiagnosis nearly cost him his life. Getting him healthy means righting that wrong and keeping our fa