Lucky Can’t Eat—Help This 14-Year-Old Dog Get the Surgery He Desperately Needs

Lucky has spent 14 years being exactly what his name promises—a survivor, a companion, and a deeply loved best friend. Rescued from a puppy farm all those years ago, Lucky finally got the life he deserved. Safety. Love. A home. Now, he needs help again.

This sweet senior Chihuahua–Jack Russell mix is suffering from severe tooth root abscesses, and the pain is taking a devastating toll. He’s struggling to eat. He’s losing weight. And every day without treatment means continued suffering.

His only path to relief is urgent dental surgery to remove the infected teeth—a procedure that will cost nearly $1,000. A generous $250 grant has already been provided, but there’s still hundreds of dollars left to raise before Lucky can get the care he desperately needs. And time matters.

At 14 years old, Lucky doesn’t have the luxury of waiting. Dental infections don’t just cause pain—they can spread, worsen, and become life-threatening if left untreated. His mom is doing everything she can, but she can’t do this alone.

In her words:

"Lucky means the world to me. He’s my boy. I love him so much. He’s not eating, he’s losing weight, and I really need to get this done for him.”

This is where you come in. Your donation—no matter the size—goes directly toward giving Lucky relief from pain, the ability to eat again, and more time with the person who loves him most. If you’ve ever loved a pet, you understand: They’re not “just animals.” They’re family.

And right now, Lucky is depending on the kindness of strangers to get through this.

Please donate today to help Lucky get the surgery he urgently needs. If you’re unable to give, sharing his story could be the reason he gets a second chance at comfort and healing. Together, we can make sure Lucky’s story doesn’t end in pain—but continues with the love he’s known for the past 14 years.