Roxy is a 12-year-old Pit Bull Mix in Kingston, NY, who needs $2,000 for Lung Cancer Surgery.

My name is Dawn and I adopted Roxy in October 2019. She is 12 yrs old. I wanted a senior dog because they are filled with so much love and unfortunately are hard to get adopted. I've had cats all my life but Roxy is my first dog as an adult. She was in foster care for a month when I adopted her. The moment we met, our eyes locked, and we knew it was meant to be.

Having cats for so long, I wondered how they would react to Roxy and vice versa. But now, they really love each other. They love Roxy's big, wet kisses. She even chases around my one cat, and loves playing with cat toys. My other cat always wants to be by her side, making sure that she is ok. Sometimes they all snuggle into my bed together.

I just started working again & was about to get pet insurance when they found the mass.Now I need to find a way to pay for this expensive surgery.I know adopting an older pet comes with a shorter life span, but I hope, with your help, to provide Roxy a life far beyond 12yrs.

This past Fall, when taking xrays of her right elbow, the Vet found a mass on her right lung. I consulted with two oncologists, both suggesting surgery was the best option and was assured it's a routine surgery. A ct scan will be needed first, followed by surgery. The majority of animals live a long life, adding years. Newtown Veterinary Specialists in Connecticut will be doing the surgery.

Despite her severe arthritis, Roxy loves going on walks and just laying in the warm sun. She is always happy and smiling. She waits patiently during meal times and never begs for food that I am eating. After the Vet, she gets special treats from McDonalds:) She loves whip cream!!!She can be goofy and playful. Most of all, she inspires me to never give up.