Tobi is a 4-year-old Domestic Short Hair Cat in Raleigh, NC, who needs $2,000 for Abdominal Surgery.

I got Tobi when I was at one of my lowest points in life and just wanted someone to come home to. As soon as I met Tobi, I knew he was coming home with me. I felt like he chose me, and I chose him. Tobi is my only pet and he is 4 years old. He loves people and is the sweetest cat I have ever met. He enjoys sitting on the cat tree to look at birds, playing with his toys, and most of all eating!

Tobi loves my mom, and he's a real people person, quite the charmer! All my friends love him. On rainy days he'll wait for me to turn on the TV, so I can play bird watching videos. He can be a bit mischievous as I said, he loves food! If I'm cooking or eating he's right by my side, and even though I know it's because he wants to steal my food I think it's because he enjoys my company.

I've always had dogs growing up, so Tobi was my first cat. Sometimes we play fetch or people watch. When I visit my mom, he likes to antagonize the dog, Nutmeg. They'll play during the day, but once it gets late both of them will be curled up on the couch together. Sometimes Tobi will sit like a human, or clean himself with his legs in the air. He's got a great sense of humor for sure.

Tobi has had FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) since before I adopted him, however, he can still live a long happy life with it. Recently, he was diagnosed with pancreatitis and after an ultrasound they found a blockage in his gall bladder. If he does not get better in a couple of days, he will need surgery. The surgery would be done at BluePearl Pet Hospital where he has been treated somewhat.

Unfortunately, the surgery would cost $4,000 to $5,000. I cannot afford that, and I do not even have that amount in my account. I have already spent $2,000 for treatment. I go to school thanks to financial aid, but I lost my job after the holidays due to it closing down.