Monkey is a 15-year-old Dachshund in York, SC, who needs $2,000 for Mandibular fracture stabilization with wire and acrylic splinting.

My former roommate's dachshund stayed behind of his own choosing when the roommate moved out. He is now my emotional support animal going across the country on work runs. When he is not working he is lounging on the bed or marking his territory outside. He lives with me, my wife, kids, grandpa, Ethan the dachshund, Sunny the opossum, and three cats.

When Monkey is off the clock, he spends his days lounging around and eating. Though he is a boring dog so is his owner. We love to spend hours just sitting beside one another staring out of a window together, no television required. When we cook, Monkey is close behind ready to lay beside me while I cook.

After police nepotism last year, my family was left financially gutted. Problem grew worse in January of this year when Monkey experienced police brutality. He was dropped on the road by state troopers during an illegal stop and search. He deserves a good retirement.

His past medical history is full of unknown unknowns. Current events have exasperated and quickened the decline of his health, mainly the structural integrity of his jaw. Hospital for Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery was able to perform the repair but Monkey requires two more visits and we cannot cover the cost.

Monkey is special because he makes himself special. He inserts himself into every situation he is able to with a boisterous attitude. Just the other day we were on the job explaining what was needed to alleviate a workplace situation, and Monkey proceeds to visualize the situation by upchucking on the floor. His health mirrors mine in a lot of ways like the periodontal disease he suffers from.