Trooper is a 2 year old Labrador Retriever in Goshen, IN, who needs $6,500 for Hernia Surgery.

Meet Trooper, this handsome fella came into my life as a puppy while I was picking up hay for my goats at a local farm. I had previously rescued an adult male chocolate lab, Cooper locally through a rescue facility and had him for about 10 years until his passing of age. It was within this time that I found out what great companions Labradors really are. Loyal to the end..

Recently trooper had stopped eating and losing weight. This was a concern to me obviously, and I took him straight to the vet. They completed x-rays, stool samples, bloodwork etc. The X-rays showed that his intestine shifted behind his lungs and had pierced a hole in his stomach, causing a blockage and making it difficult to breathe and allow food in with this type of hernia. He needs surgery.

Trooper is only 2-1/2 years old and is the friendliest dog to everyone. He’s always near me on the couch, in bed or at my feet. If someone broke into my home he would simply lick them to death. He’s a quiet soul who simply enjoys company and a couple of pats on the head or a hug everyday.

2026 has been a tough year for myself. Lost my job in January. Lost my foot in February and now this news. In April I was awarded a prostheses and building back slowly.. I am still unemployed and my dog has been my companion through these difficult months. He deserves this