Valentino is a 17 year old West Highland White Terrier in Ocean Grove, NJ, who needs $7,000 for Excisional Biopsy for Head Mass & FNA of Prostate.

Let us introduce Valentino. He was found in a pet store. We loved him immediately! He had a squeaky hamburger in his mouth. He was born 11/15/08. We brought him home on 2/3/09. Tino came home to a 125 pound Doberman named Annie. Tino got a little chocolate Lab, brother, Rhett at 2 1/2 years old when Annie passed. They love each other dearly and have been together for 14 years. Tino is the King!

Our sweet, handsome boy has 2 major issues. Tino has a head mass and possible prostate cancer. The head mass will be removed by a surgeon at Garden State Veterinary specialists in NJ. While under anesthesia, a FNA will be performed to determine if prostate cancer is present. Further treatment needs and options will be determined. We are fearful but hopeful having Tino undergo these procedures.

Tino is a friendly guy with 2 Westie neighbors who he loves seeing on walks. His extended family showers him with gifts and treats. His favorite treats other than dog treats his are ice from the fridge and snow, in which he loves playing with his Lab brother. For Christmas Tino got a plush unicorn with whom he plays and sleeps. Tino expresses his excitement for meals by doing twirls and barking.

I have a small dog walking business. Tino‘s veterinary services are extremely costly. Most of my earnings are spent trying to keep him healthy. Due to my limited income, this additional financial burden is catastrophic. I have never had to fundraise in the past.