Tadpole is a 3 year old German Shepherd Dog in Bellefontaine , OH, who needs $2,000 for PRAA Surgery.

Tadpole is 3 months old. He’s a sweetheart! He was the runt of our unexpected litter. It was not a planned litter as I had back surgery in December and my husband was not able to focus 100% on the dogs with working and taking care of me also. Our plate was full at the time. When the weaning process started and kibble was introduced is when we notice he had issues. A vet visit confirmed he has PRAA

Tadpole was diagnosed with PRAA we were told if we can’t afford surgery then the chances of surviving are slim. We can’t afford this huge unexpected expense. With the help of our vet, Irwin Vet Hospital tried everything to find a rescue but we had no luck since all of them nearby are full capacity. He’s currently feeding upright on my lap with me and doing good for now.

Tadpole is great, he’s small but mighty and gives life all he has. He tries to run with the big dogs but eventually his coughing and wheezing from the PRAA wears him out. He loves to eat on my lap, upright with his specially blended food. I use a baby spoon to feed him, it seems to help him eat slower and take his time rather than eating fast. I just want this dog to have the life he deserves.

My husband is the only one who works in this household. I’m disabled and due to have another back surgery but it’s been put on hold because I need to give Tadpole 100% attention right now. The surgery is a dire need for him to survive and thrive.