Stella is a 7-month-old Bernese Mountain Dog in Lake Placid , NY, who needs $2,000 for TPLO Surgery.

Stella came to us at her early age, she 7 months now , she fills our household with love & joy.
Stella has an older brother Sherman , they are great for each other,Stella tries to keep up with him , she loves playing with him .
Stella gets so excited when the grandkids come over , she has to be right in the center of everyone to get those lovings , she brings joy to everyone!
There's so much love

Stella's favorite spot to sleep is in our bedroom, because she gets on our bed for some morning cuddles.Then Sherman & her get their yogurt , while I fix their breakfast.
Stella loves her squeaky toys for sure !
Stella has to be with myself or my husband specially if we are doing something , she likes to help!
Stella keeps our household busy , that's for sure! With her love & her stubbornness to

Stella is really special , she has her own personality!
Sherman & her love when I hide on them , they find me for a treat , she loves all treats!
She's really smart I work with her to do puzzle games too.
They both love to go for car rides, that's a daily thing for them .
Sherman & Stella can just lay out on the deck enjoying the view , specially in the winter months , summertime in the shade,pool

Stella was diagnosed with OCD in both of her hind legs , she had X-rays , MRI she went to a specialist, her medical condition is now she needs TPLO ( they cut the bone & then plate & screws) surgeries in both knees .She young so we have to wait for her growth plate to close, which continues with X-rays .Healing process for each knee is 6 - 8weeks.
First knee, then second knee after 6weeks long

Stella's diagnosed surprised us , we are shocked !
We will continue with the X-rays & her meds.
Stella is just to young to be put down , she has her whole life ahead of her.
After her surgeries she can have that normal life to run & play like a puppy should.Keep her prayer