Shorty is a 9-year-old Terrier Mix in Oak Harbor , WA, who needs $2,000 for Gallbladder Surgery.

My dog Shorty is a puppy from my previous dog Harmony. I kept him and his sister, his sister was hit by a car and passed away. I was living in California and lost my job and developed COPD, I became homeless eventually with Shorty. My daughter in Washington state saw my suffering and took me and Shorty into her home. I have lived with her for the past 8 years. Shorty had no medical concern until now

Shorty sleeps next to me every night. He never leaves my side. My daughter has 2 other dogs that he really loves to interact with. He's not vocal but he's really playful.

Shorty has been by my side through my darkest days and he still is til this day, I will do anything possible to help him as he did me. Him sleeping under my blanket and grinning his teeth is what I love most.

He was taken to the emergency clinic due to swelling in the abdomen. They discovered he has ruptured a gallbladder and needs immediate surgery to save his life.

I don't have an income and live with my daughter. I also have COPD and Shorty is all I have that can help me emotionally. It will mean everything in the world to have him back home again.