Tyus is a 7 year old Mix-Breed in Durham, NC, who needs $8,000 for Stomach De-torsion GDV correction) w/Gastropexy.

Facebook marketplace rescue 7 years ago in a gas station parking lot. He had worms and was left outside as a 7 week old puppy. Now he is at home and a big snuggle bug but only with those he trusts.

We are lucky to have Tyus because of NC State Vet Services. They supported us every step of the way after finding out Tyus needed life saving surgery for a GDV (gastric dilation and volvulus). All we knew is we didn’t want him to suffer and they were able to give him that chance and keep our little family together.

Tyus is our cuddle buddy, best friend, and loves to keep watch of the house from the top of the stairs. He had puffy eyebrows that tell everyone anything they would need to know. He loves a good cheese ball but is a picky eater just like his Dad. Careful if you give him any pets because he will grab your arms with both his paws to make sure you never stop.

Sudden major expensive with no emergency funds. We both work in the healthcare field and have fixed incomes with student loans. This has put our family in a very complicated situation and are facing how to support ourselves and him.