velvet is a 6 year old Mix-Breed in Orlando , FL, who needs $2,000 for Ovariohysterectomy.

After losing my husband of 15 years, my second-oldest son gave me Velvet as a gift. She quickly became my emotional support dog during that difficult time of grieving. I chose the name Velvet because of her soft, velvety hair and because I wanted a name that started with the letter "V," just like mine.

After taking Velvet to John Young Parkway Hospital, she was diagnosed with pyometra. Pyometra is a serious and potentially life-threatening infection of the uterus that causes it to fill with bacteria and pus. The preferred treatment for Velvet's condition is to surgically remove her uterus and ovaries through an ovariohysterectomy (spay). However, the surgery costs around $2000, I cant afford.

Velvet is very special to me because she is so protective and affectionate. She gave me strength during a time when I needed it the most. She's so loving and caring and really enjoys our daily walks around the neighborhood. She's like my gentle giant, so unaware of her size by the way she jumps on me. Yet she wouldn't harm a fly.

I was recently involved in a car accident that caused not only physical damage to my car but also emotional distress. I've had to start physical therapy three times a week, and not being able to work as I did before the accident has added significant financial burdens.