Yelena is a 3-month-old Domestic Shorthair Kitten in Greenfield, WI, who needs $1,900 for Abdominal Exploration-Uncomplicated Foreign Body.

Yelena was a kitten I found in my back yard. In August I lost my dog, Buddy, after 17.5 years. As an only child, he was my best friend and one constant. When I found Yelena, I wasn’t expecting to keep her. She didn’t have a microchip and I couldn’t find another home for her. I tried to arrange the accommodations to keep her. It seemed fitting after losing Buddy so recently.

Yelena is a new family member, but she is very kind to both of my parents and to me. She is very timid, but she has come a long way in just the couple weeks I have had her. She is quirky and has her moments of random energy, but she also loves to cuddle. Yelena is also very strong and has surprised all the vets she has encountered with how long she has made it with her current condition.

Yelena loves a very specific blanket and instantly purrs and kneads when she is on it. This blanket was gifted to me by my best friend after my dog passed away. She makes me smile every time she goes on it. Yelena has also enjoyed sitting next to me while I paint and is very attentive to what I am doing. She recently started following me everywhere, so I know she loves me too.

Yelena needs an urgent surgery. The specialist did an ultrasound and found that Yelena’s GI tract has gone up into her esophagus. They know the surgery that is needed, but I am unable to afford it. The surgery estimate is $6000. Any funds are appreciated.

I am a newly college graduate and have not have a stable income due to covid. I do not have a credit score, so I am unable to apply for Care Credit. I live with my parents while I am saving to move, but this surgery is a huge blow in my budget.