Pasha is a 10 year old Pug in Waren, RI, who needs $227 for Urgent Cancer Screening & Diagnostics.

Pasha came into my life 10 years ago when a friend visited with her. Pasha wouldn’t leave my side—she chose me. We live in a small apartment with friends who are like family and their 2 little dogs. I’m disabled, and after 11 months in rehab—including nearly 7 weeks in a coma—the longing to hold and walk my precious girl again was the driving force that pulled me back to life and brought me home.

Pasha has several mammary tumors, one with suspicious cells, and a painful toe growth needing evaluation. She is scheduled for X-rays, a biopsy, and full bloodwork this Thursday, July 31st, through Rhode Island Community Pet Project. These diagnostics will see if the masses have spread and are required before scheduling her surgeries. She is a sensitive, sweet girl, and time is of the essence.

Pasha is sweet, gentle, and full of love. She leans into you to say “I love you,” and still plays like a puppy with her pink bunny. She’s obedient and loves to sit in the morning sun on the step, watching the world go by. I missed her pug snores during my 11 months away—it broke my heart. She owns my heart. With her, I feel safe in a way only pure love can bring. She’s why I keep going every day.

I’m disabled and live on a very limited fixed income—just enough to get us by. Pasha is well cared for, but I have no cushion for urgent medical costs like this. Dr. Sarah Crain said the cells are suspicious—it may be cancer. This visit may save her life if we catch it early