Rusty is a 10-year-old Chihuahua Mix in Newville, PA, who needs $2,000 for Heart Murmur Diagnostics.

Rusty came into my life at a point where I needed him. He is a rescue baby, that is full of life. His Spunky personality is what drew me to him. He is the most cuddly dog I have ever met. He is my rock with my depression. He has been with me for years now and has recently developed a heart murmur. He is a youthful 10 years old.

He is the ball of the party. He is entertaining on many levels and is deeply loved by many people in my family. He has a brother who loves him deeply and can't be separated from him. He is both energenic and funny.

He is definitely a character. He thinks he is a Doberman in a Chihuahua body. He hates commercials and other animals. He is definitely a feisty little thing. I can't help but to love him.

In the last 6 months my baby has developed a Grade 4 Heart Murmur. It has developed quite quickly. He has episodes of fainting when overly excited. He has been seen by his vet Dr. Ritter at Newville Animal Hospital. She wants me to have him seen by a cardiologist. I work part time and can't afford $1,000+ in medical bills for my beloved pet. He is like family to me.

It has come suddenly when I work part time and take care of my grandma when not working. I do not make enough right now to cover the cost for extensive testing to get to the underlaying cause of his condition. Any and all help will be appreciated.