Nino is a 13-year-old Yorkshire Terrier in Waterbury, CT, who needs $2,000 for Eye Enucleation.

Nino came to us when he was less than a year old. Our aunt had to move so we took him in despite my parents always being opposed to having an animal. My parents, two siblings, me, and Nino all live in together in a 3 bedroom home in Connecticut.

Nino is the sweetest, most laid back dog I’ve ever met. He loves people and, when he could see, would roll over on his belly for tummy rubs the second he met you. He loves to lounge, cuddle, and play tug-of- war with his little lamby toys

Nino loves treats and loves to smell whatever we’re cooking. When he wants a taste he’ll stomp his feet and attempt a howl which always makes us laugh. He loves to be held like a baby too and will flop over our arms… almost like a ragdoll kitten

Nino was diagnosed by an urgent care vet in November with diabetes. We are working diligently to get that controlled with Novolin but he developed cataracts and then glaucoma due to his diabetes. A primary vet recommended he see an ophthalmologist. Dr. Shari Greenberg at Newtown Veterinary Specialist recommended we remove Nino’s left eye for his comfort

Nino has been perfectly healthy up until this point. In the 3 month since his diabetes diagnosis we have spent $5,000 in treatment and have completely drained our savings for Nino. We do not have the lump-sum required for the surgery at this moment.