Sage is a 9 year old Maltese in Scottsdale , AZ, who needs $2,000 for Anal Gland Sacculectomy.

Sage came into my life through PetSmart adoption 9 years ago. Since then, she has been my best friend and I’ve been hers. Sage has been there for me through my high school and college graduation, my parents separation and everything that comes with life in-between. In one word Sage is sweetness. There is truly no sweeter dog on this earth and everyone who meets her immediately points that out.

At Sage’s last grooming we found what thought to be an impacted anal gland and they recommended getting it looked at. At Animal Hills Hospital, we discovered it was Cancer. Although all cancers are bad, this happened to be one of the most aggressive and life threatening cancers for dogs. Early detection is vital for the chance to save Sage’s life, and I’m so grateful to PetSmart for that chance.

Sage has never met a stranger. She loves humans and fury ones alike. Aside from me, her best friend is her sister Willow. Even when they’re play fighting, Willow is all attitude and Sage is all joy (prancing around instead of running). Walks with Sage are fun but can require patience since she has to say hi to every living creature she encounters. She is truly the ambassador of love.

No family is ever ready for a medical emergency, especially one that requires immediate action. We found out about the cancer and in order to save her life she had to get surgery immediately after discovery. I’m a food server, and this is happening during our slowest season