Neema is a one-year-old Cane Corso in St. Charles, MO, who needs $1,800 for eye surgery.

Janet A. is in a race against time. Her constant companion and new family member, Neema needs eye surgery right away; her sight is at risk.

"My children bought Neema for me," Janet tells Waggle. "I am a disabled woman on a fixed income that lives alone. I wanted a canine companion to love and grow older with but yet keeps me feeling young." Neema does all of that for Janet and also keeps her laughing and smiling. But now, Neema can't be as active because her eyelashes are growing into her eyes. If it goes untreated, the friction from her lashes could cause ulcers on her corneas. Sometimes Neema even spasms in pain from the condition.

The medical team at BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital is ready to get Neema into surgery, but Janet has to raise the money for the operation. "I am on disability and work odd jobs," Janet adds. "Due to COVID-19, some of my family and friends do not have much money. Her trainer paid for her initial exam. I want to see Neema play happily with her daycare pack and go for walks with me and enjoy being a mischievous puppy again."

Neema has been going to canine daycare since she was a puppy. She loves to play with her toys and cuddle. "She is 90 pounds and wants to sit in your lap," Janet says. "Our family is planning a birthday party for her since she was born on Halloween. My birthday wish for Neema is for her to see well, be out of pain, and enjoy playing with her pack at the puppy daycare again. She misses them very much."