Sir Seamus is a 5-year-old Scottish Terrier in Chicago, IL, who needs $2,000 for CHOP chemotherapy.

Sir Seamus came into my life 5 years ago as a puppy. I always desired to have a Scottish Terrier, so I was elated when he was born, and eager to bring him home. My fiance' passed away several years earlier, and Seamus became a welcome companion and catalyst to help work through the grief and loss.

Seamus is the only pet in my household. He is also the only pet in my mother's household (his GiGi) and loves to spend time with her. Seamus helped my mother to overcome a lifetime of fear of dogs. Seamus's gentle and loving personality enabled her to get close to him at her own pace and overcome fear.

Seamus is a friendly, patient, fun-loving dog. He loves playing in the snow, playing tug-of-war, belly rubs, and snuggling with me and his favorite "lambie" (Lamb Chop) toy. He loves people and makes strangers on the street smile as they notice his typical Scottie gait, beard and eyebrows. Seamus does not meet strangers as he seems to sense when people desire to meet him - he is always right.

I received confirmation of Seamus's diagnosis of lymphoma on December 24, 2021. I took him to the vet earlier in December for the annual exam. I have been in shock since then as I do not want to even imagine life without him. We were able to get appointment with Dr. Mark Byrum, an Oncologist at Premier Veterinary Group in Orland Park, IL. I would like to take Seamus to UW - Madison for treatment.

I would like to get the CHOP protocol for Seamus (chemotherapy), but emergency funds have been depleted due to COVID - 19 , and a loss of job due to lay off. Treatment and having Seamus healthy would alleviate the anxiety that I have felt since receiving the diagnosis.