Mellie is a 9 year old Miniature Schnauzer in Millcreek, UT, who needs $2,000 for Cystolithotomy.

We got Mellie as a puppy 9 years ago. She’s always been such a central part of our lives and has been a constant companion to her two sisters. Earlier this year she lost one of her sisters to GDV and she has been struggling with grief, but has at least had her other sister to keep her company. They usually play together and spend every moment of every day together, especially working from home.

Mellie started having issues with eating a little over a week ago and we took her to VCA Cottonwood in Utah to be evaluated as she could barely move. They had let us know that she looked okay, but does have a large amount of bladder stones that need to be removed. Without these she is not able ti function normally or even walk because of the pain of having them.

It goes without saying that Mellie is such an important part of our family dynamic. Her and her sister have always been close and it is so heartbreaking to see that she can’t stay by her sister because of the illness she is facing and the amount of rest she is having because it’s easier than her doing anything physical. Even eating or drinking or going potty has been almost impossible for her.

It’s been a very difficult year financially for everyone. Unfortunately we have lost both of our cars due to insurance totaling them out. We also had medical challenges with Mellie’s sister that came with unexpected medical bills. We just want to give her the care she needs.