Mercury is a 6-month-old Brooder Collie Mix in Winnemucca, NV, who needs $775 for Medication, X-rays & Potentially Surgery.

Mercury came into my life when she was about 16 weeks old. She was the last of her litter to find a home, and also the runt. I had recently moved back home from across the country and looking for a companion for myself and my kiddos. Our family immediately fell in love with her and she has been the bestest of friends to us ever since. She has made our hearts so full; we’re so lucky to have her!!!

Merc (Mercury) normally sleeps in her kennel with her favorite penguin stuffed animal, or in bed with mom and dad! She loves to nap on the couch with her “hey gorgeous” pillow during the day. When she’s not outside playing fetch, she’s inside following her three, 2-legged siblings around! Merc also has two hairless cat siblings, and we can never decide if she’s scared, or disgusted by them😂

One thing that stands out about Mercury is although she may have been the runt of her litter, her heart is SO big! Her favorite way to communicate and show you how happy she is, is by giving you a giant hug. Everyone is always so surprised when she gives hugs but it is always followed by awe’s and laughter. Our gentle fur bestie is overflowing with love.

Unfortunately for Mercury, it is believed that she was either poisoned or her intestines have become tangled. This has been an unexpected and expensive journey so far. We are willing to do anything for Merc, even if it means asking for help. Mercury’s first vet trip so far has only provided us with borrowed time on fluids. Our next step is X-rays, then surgery more than likely.

This has been completely unexpected for our family. Rent is due and it’s also the holidays. Given the current time of year, it was extremely difficult to even get Mercury in to see an emergency vet. Mercury is part of our family, and we’d do anything to keep her around.