Smokey is a 9 month old Labrador Retriever in Nampa, ID, who needs $800 for Cheat Grass Removal Surgery.

Hi, my name is Smokey. Mom and Dad call me that because of my Silver Lab Coat. I came from a breeder on the other side of Idaho. I don't remember a lot about that, but I do know that since then, I have had a bunch of fun with my new family. Mom and Dad play Frisbee every time we go outside. I have a whole yard to run around in with my BIG brother Dredd. He is a mastiff. Whatever that means...

Smokey has been to Viking Veterinary Hospital in Nampa last week for cheat grass stuck in his left rear paw. He was sedated and cheat grass was removed. He needs a followup to remove the remaining cheat. He will need another exam fee, sedation,surgical removal of cheat, pain meds, and antibiotics. Last time cost $780. All other vets are booked out until August or later.

Smokey is a ball of energy. He is always curious in whatever is going on and loves to play/wrestle with our mastiff Dredd. He likes fetching anything and everything for Dad, deep snuggles with Mom, and cool hangouts with with our daughter. He is the life of the party and likes to be the center of attention. He is always smiling and happy. Unless he can't be around his family.

I have been without work for two months. I recently got a job starting on July 7th. I was able to pay for Smokey's initial visit with a line of credit from Cherry. That bill was around $780 and will be again. I can't lose this dog to an infection. He is our son,brother,world