Missy is a 4.5 year old Maltese in El Cajon, CA, who needs $2,000 for MRI, Pain Relief, and Spine Surgery.

I've had Missy since she was a little fluffy jelly bean, and I instantly fell in love with her. She attached herself so hard onto my mom and me, she IS our baby. We currently live in my grandparents' house, renting from them, but we can't pay rent because of the vet bills. My mom is a hairstylist, and I am still in high school.

Missy was diagnosed on Wednesday with IVDD. She needs an MRI, and she needs surgery done ASAP! My mom and I are trying everything to get the funds for it all, but we're extremely behind and completely unsure if we can get this done for her. I do not want her in pain, and I don't know what to do. We are so desperate for any help right now; she is in so much pain.

Missy's personality is huge; she makes everyone smile. She greets people by flipping over onto her back, and she'll request tummy rubs right away, or her little attitude when she's acting spoiled. Her energy livened up the room in a way that I feel like it cured my chronic depression. She is an amazing dog and one of the best good girls. She is so smart and empathetic.

My mom and I are at an all-time financial hardship. I am attending Diego Valley HS in El Cajon, and now with Missy's condition, I cannot get a job. My mom is a hairstylist and makes minimum wage. All we want is for our baby is be happy again and get the chance to walk again.