Pepper is a Fox Terrier Mix puppy in Mattapoisett , MA, who needs $2,000 for Balloon Valvuloplasty.

Pepper joined the Churchill family at 12 weeks of age from a rescue this past July as the much awaited birthday present of Courtney’s youngest son. Pepper brought immediate joy and contentment to a young man that has been working to overcome anxiety and OCD. Pepper was instantly welcomed and showered with unconditional love. She not only brought happiness but settled a young mind.

At this time, Pepper is the most laid back puppy. She loves playing with her boys. Her favorite toys must squeak and she loves her orange ball. But most of the time Pepper is a cuddle bug. With her illness she cannot be too active. For a 6 month old puppy she is very chill. There are many restrictions on activity so we are very limited. She makes us all smile daily.

I am a single mother that has used most of my saving for the adoption and all the appointments that have followed. My savings does not have any more to assist.

When she joined our family I took her to the local vet who found the heart murmur. The month follow up with a different vet confirmed our fears and we were referred to a local cardiologist. That doctor did not have a good prognosis but my primary vet gave us hope and referred us to Tufts Vet Hospital near Boston. Dr. Emily Karlin has given us hope.

Pepper is the sweetest little girl. She is so trusting and protective of her family. She loves to bark at her shadow and always makes us laugh. She also has a fondness for chasing leaves and since we live close to the woods, our leaves keep her pretty busy. With her illness we are very limited on activity. We cannot go for walks or play too hard but she does go everywhere with us.