Velvet is a 6-year-old Chihuahua in Des Moines , IA, who needs $1,400 for luxating patella and ccl repair.

Velvet was just a baby when she came into my life. I just lost my grandpa and wanted something to care for again. She’s been my rock since day one and has made me stronger than I ever thought. Unfortunately one thing I was not told was how bad her knees were and how she would need surgery at just 6 years old. Surgery or euthanasia.

Velvet loves to sleep under the blankets next to me or anywhere that has a blanket. She finds herself under the covers every single night no matter the temperature. Velvet has taken a huge liking to my roommate and loves to spend time sitting in her chair looking out the window at the outside world. Velvet loves car rides and loves treats.

My dog means everything to me. I’ve paid a lot over the last few months. However, I lost my job due to an emergency ankle surgery of my own and have pressing financial need now. Please help velvet get back to her healthy self again.

Velvet has really bad knees and needs surgery to correct the right one. This one has been out of socket for three days which is very painful. The treating veterinarian believes her ACL is also being damaged with every step she takes because her knee continues to pop. Surgery is the only thing that will fix this. The name of the hospital is Pet Medical center of Urbandale.

Velvet has a fear of loud nosies or the vacuum cleaner. She likes to sit and watch tv with me after a longs day of work. She also loves to play with other animals. Velvet has these cute eyes that look almost through your soul. She loves to rub on feet that have no socks on just to make me laugh. She loves stuffed toys.