Spice is a 2 year old American Pit Bull Terrier in Chicago, IL, who needs $8,900 for Abdominal Surgery to Remove Blockage.

I met Spice while going through a life altering experience, separating from my husband of 20 years. She was actually just born, and my cousin had her at the house when I came over. I held her and it felt as if she had brought life back inside of me. I asked my cousin If I could babysit and she basically never left my side. I have four boys and they developed a bond with her as strong as ours were.

I had to rush her to the emergency room after weeks of not having bowel movements and she finally stopped eating she was tested for numerous things and had her blood drown to see why she was dehydrated and not eating. they couldn't find anything wrong. I was scared of coming home and finding her unalive that I begged them to not let her die. Having very little funds and only working part time.

Spice is just what her name is, she brings flavor a special type of recipe. She's loving and extremely gentle. She's very lady like and protective of both her brothers and me. She is my first doghter and she adds some much-needed affection to our lives. I have four boys and this is their first pet. I must do everything in my power to avoid them feeling the pain and void of losing her. I can't let

I'm currently working part time and I'm on financial aid trying to make ends meet. Even with having a part time job this economy is making it almost impossible to keep food on our table let alone clothes on our back. Now I have to make a choice on to rather put my dog down!