Luna is a 7 year old Golden Retriever in Silver Spring, MD, who needs $2,000 for LOPP.

We got Luna from Amish Country in Pennsylvania. She was a gift for my wife, and she's been part of our family for seven wonderful years. We name her after the Harry Potter character, Luna Lovegood - she's always had that same sweet, quirky, and gentle spirit. For most of her life, she lived with us in Washington, D.C. but recently moved to Maryland.

Luna was recently diagnosed with T-cell lymphoma at Apex Vets in Silver Spring, Maryland. We took her to the emergency vet after she stopped eating and began losing weight - it was clear something was wrong. Since her diagnosis, she's been receiving care from an oncologist at Friendship Heights Hospital for Animals in Washington, D.C.

Luna has been a joy ever since we brought her home. She's not much of a cuddler, but she insists on ear scratches - and we're happy to oblige. She loves exploring the woods and can't resist diving into any water she finds. Some of her happiest places are in Connecticut and Florida, where her grandparent live. For Luna, those visits are like a beachy Disneyland - pure excitement, freedom, and fun.

My wife and I recently welcomed our first daughter, Sofia, just two months ago. Living in D.C. is expensive, and Luna's vet bills have placed a real strain on our budget. Luna is our first dog-daughter, and we want Sofia to have a chance to create some memories with her.