Stella is a 4 year old Mix-Breed in Millersville, VA, who needs $5,000 for Emergency Exploratory Laparotomy to Repair Ulcer.

Stella came into my life as a puppy from an owner who could no longer care for her, and from that moment on, she became my everything. Since she was a puppy, she’s lived by my side in my home, surrounded by love, and she sleeps next to me every night. She’s been my rock and my soul through life’s ups and downs—always there, always loving without condition. Stella isn’t just my dog—she’s my heart

My dog, Stella, recently experienced a serious and unexpected medical emergency that required immediate surgical intervention. She developed a severe ulcer in her stomach, and it was discovered that her gastrointestinal (GI) tract and stomach lining had torn. This complication was likely the result of prolonged use of pain medication following her yearly routine dental cleaning. She's at AAVEC

Stella is truly the heart of our home. She has a gentle, loving personality and an incredible ability to sense when someone needs comfort. Whether it’s a quiet moment on the couch or a stressful day, she’s always right there—either curled up beside us or resting her head on our lap as if she understands exactly what we need.

Stella’s emergency surgery exceeded $20,000, creating a major financial strain for our family. Any support helps ease this burden and allows us to focus on her recovery. Having her healthy again means everything—she’s truly part of our family.