Luigi is a 13-year-old Maltese in Yorba Linda, CA, who needs $474 for Bloodwork and Medication.

Luigi came into our lives 13 years ago as a Christmas gift to my son from Santa. All her ever wanted was a puppy. We rescued him from a puppy mill in Arizona and the rest is history. He's been part of our family ever since. He brings us so much love, cuddles and joy. He's with at least one of us, by our side, throughout the day.

Luigi is every bit a part of our family pack. He brings us so much joy from the minute he wakes up. He trots downstairs and patiently waits for his breakfast and walk. He walked my son to kindergarten, middle school and took part in his high school drive through graduation, due to covid. Our hope is that he makes it to see our son graduate from college. It's a possibility.

For Luigi to stay on the current long term drug therapy that is working, he needs frequent bloodwork and X-rays that are expensive. It's been tough as Mom has had trouble finding work due to covid and treatment is expensive and long term.

Luigi was diagnosed with lung cancer on 11/4/20. He has a primary tumor in his right lung the size of a kiwi fruit. We were devastated and started treatment that day. We decided to treat his cancer with a chemo drug called Palladia that kills off the receptor cells to the cancer. So far we have seen success and in two months the tumor is shrinking, which means the treatment is working.

Luigi is simply the heart of my family. He is affectionate, playful, smart and has helped us get through some tough times. I don't know what we would have done without him during covid. He's been keeping us entertained with his playful disposition and he's been a great companion out on little walks to keep our minds away from the harsh reality of the world right now.