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Persephone
Persephone is a 10-year-old Scottish Fold Siamese in Spring Creek, NV, who needs $361 for x-Rays.
Spring Creek, NV
Persephone was found by an elderly woman living under a small trailer home, abandoned by her previous owners. This woman cared for her the best she could, but could not afford her medical needs. I happened to work at the facility she came into and decided to foster her and take her to the vet to find out what was wrong with her paws, get some bloodwork, and also a general wellness exam. Persephone loves to head-butt and gives lots of love nibbles to anyone she can. She is incredibly sweet and loving, especially for how much pain she’s endured throughout her life. She enjoys curling up on my stomach and will fall asleep with her loud motor going. She enjoys being near us, even if we’re working or watching a movie, and actively seeks out our attention. She has the kindest heart. I have grown so attached to this bundle of love over the short week that I’ve been caring for her. It seems like I’ve had her for months with how close we are. I am currently a full-time college student, so my budget is small. Anything at all will help, even if it’s a share. Dr. Warner at Elko Veterinary Clinic discussed that there is no definite cure for osteochondrodysplasias and treatments at this stage would not do much to help her arthritis. Persephone will be on pain medications and steroids for the rest of her life to keep her happy and healthy. She will also need a dental in the near future, but to what extent (cleaning or extraction), we are not sure yet. Persephone is special, because even when she was in pain, she was still a cuddly and playful cat. Being a Scottish Fold, she likely has osteochondrodysplasias and has possibly been in pain for the majority of her life. It’s plausible that being in pain has become normal for her, which absolutely breaks my heart.
Sunny
Sunny is a 3-year-old Calico in Dingess, WV, who needs $1,000 for surgery.
dingess, WV
This is sunny. She's three years old and last night after two days of missing we heard her making noise outside like she was fighting with something. We were scared and ran outside and there was a coyote grabbing her by her leg and shaking her around. My boyfriend grabbed a rake and made the coyote run off. Sunny is the kindest, sweetest cat ever. I live in West Virginia and there are tons of coyotes so we keep her inside of course but two days ago she pushed open the screen to our window and escaped. We were worried sick; we have looked for her are are horrified by what happened. She doesn't deserve this because she's the kindest soul I've ever met and I can never forgive myself but she needs help. I'm a student who lives in a one bedroom loft, if I had to lose her even to get her some help it would kill me but I would do it because seeing her in pain is killing me. I have nothing to sell worth the price of the surgery and the humane society says they would put her down. Sunny has never had any medical problems before, I tried contacting every single vet within 3 hours of my home to found someone, anyone who can help with a payment plan but no one can. I tried care credit but I'm a student with student loans so I cannot get approved. I've begged and pleaded but no one will help me. Everything about her makes me smile and laugh and I'm scared to death to lose her. I would be willing to do anything in this world to not see her in pain, and it's completely my fault for owning a cat and not being able to help her if something happened. I'm a 22 year old college student and i never thought this would happen. I'm desperate.
Big Stink
Big Stink is a 7-year-old Pitt Bull/Mastiff in Chenango forks, NY, who needs $1,300 for Mast Cell Tumor.
Chenango forks, NY
Big Stink is 7yrs old. He is a 140lb. Pitt/Mastiff. He has been with us since he was born. We took his mother in at 6mo old. She gave birth to two males in 2013. We kept Big Stink, the first born. Ava passed away in 2018, leaving our family and Big Stink feeling empty and alone since they had never been apart. Big Stink sleeps in our bed with us at night. He loves going for walks and running around at the ball field across the street. He loves his ball and playing fetch.... but rarely will let you have the ball. Also, loves the tug toy. Tug toys are his absolute favorite! Him and his mama would tug each other all day long. Due to the coronavirus, lost wages and spike in expenses we are unable to afford the cost of surgery for our dog. I cannot express how lost we would be if we didn't have him. He is the best dog ever. To come home and not see him waiting in the window would be devastating. Diane Wittner and Leslie Personett at Fur and Feathers Veterinary Care will be doing the surgery to remove a Mast Cell Tumor on Big Stinks back leg. This needs to be removed as soon as possible before it starts affecting other parts of his body, like his organs. This will definitely give him a longer life with us. He has a chair he sits in so he can look out the window. He is always there in the window when we arrive home to greet us. If he is hungry, he paws his food bowl and lays next to it with paw in bowl. Has a specific bark/howl he does that makes us laugh. He loves to run up the hill chasing chipmunks. They taunt him...
Zelda
Zelda is a 1-year-old Husky Mix in Moab, UT, who needs $2,000 for Stifel (knee) fracture repair.
Moab, UT • Underdog Animal Rescue and Rehab- Moab
Zelda was rescued from the Navajo reservation and brought to Underdog Rescue and Rehab. When this 8 month old, husky mix girl arrived at the Ranch, we knew she needed emergency medical attention immediately. X-rays showed that she had a broken hip and would require surgery and therapy to recover. 6 weeks post-surgery, she now enjoys life with her foster mom and furry sister and now new family! Zelda was in a foster home for 6 weeks. She loves to play with other dogs. Any time there is a hand nearby, Zelda will find a way to receive some love-check out her video meeting her new fur-ever family! She has a morning routine of going in and out of the dog door continuously and loves parading around the house with her stuffed chicken. Zelda is gaining confidence and is such a goofy gal. Underdog Rescue has saved over 954 dogs. We never turn a dog away because of their medical needs. We are a small rescue that relies on our supporters to help us through financially hard times. COVID, and multiple intense medical cases last month mean we need your support. Mill Creek Animal Hospital has been treating Zelda since she came into Underdog's care. Dr. Scott performed surgery on Zelda's hip to stabilize it. Now, the new bone isn't growing correctly and Dr. Scott will need to perform another corrective surgery. Zelda has been vaccinated, dewormed, and spayed. She is ready for her adopters home, but medical costs and treatments still remain. Zelda is a survivor. We don't know her past or how her hip was broken, but she has given us the chance to save her. She trusts us completely with her happiness and health and we cannot let her down. There are a variety of ways she could have broken her hip including at the hands of humans, but regardless, this girl has so much love to give and we will support her recovery until she is adopted.
Monkey
Monkey is a 8 year-old Domestic long hair in Olympia, Washington who needs $471 for Infection/abscess surgery.
Olympia, WA
Monkey has been with us since day one. She is 8 months old and we have her mother as well. Monkey is a part of our family and my son loves her dearly. We recently took her to get spayed and she almost immediately got an abscess and deep infection. A couple days later she had to undergo emergency surgery. Her wounds opened up due to the infection spreading and a new wound has opened up on the inner part of her leg to drain. She is in need of another surgery to clean out her wound and place a drainage tube in. It has been a very long week and a half. She is currently on antibiotics and we are doing everything we can to help her and make sure she has the best care ever. My son has been extremely upset and told me he wishes I never took her to get fixed. It's sad to see Monkey not being active and always laying down. We were told this shouldn't and doesn't happen. We love her so much and don't want to lose her.
Meatball
Meatball is a 11-year-old Domestic Medium Hair in North Fort Myers, FL, who needs $590 for Dental work and de-matting.
NORTH FORT MYERS, FL
My daughter actually found Meatball on an ad on Craigslist in 2008. I did not really want any pets but got him for her as she had previously gotten a kitten 2 months prior named Jasper. So they were mainly my daughter's cats, but after a while me and Meatball developed a bond and he became like my son and best friend. It's just me and Meatball, he is all I have in this world. I treat him as if he is my son. He is very spoiled for what I can afford as I am disabled. He was diagnosed with diabetes last year and needs insulin twice a day. He was separated from Jasper 2 years ago and ever since he doesn't play much but I try to play with him all the time. He is my little king. My Meatball is my best friend. I am disabled and am barely surviving. I wasn't when I got meatball and I will never get rid of him. I am worried sick for him suffering. I would appreciate any help. He has gotten matting due to his diabetes and also needs a few areas shaved. He visited Small Animal Hospital. He had to have 2 teeth pulled last year and now again they said he has 2 lesions which are like cavities and they are probably causing him pain. I wonder if this is why he will bite and just hold it sometimes lately. I am unable to get credit and my vet will not accept payments. Since his diabetes diagnosis he has not been grooming himself and has gotten matting. He says "yeah" when I ask him if he's hungry. He does a cute chirping sound when he is being talkative. I always say he is more like a dog than a cat. He is very lovable and cuddles alot. He is very large and loves to try to catch lizards and bugs. He used to love to watch squirrels and birds but where we live now he doesn't have much to look at and I want to catify my home but it costs so much.
Sweetpea
Sweetpea is a 1-year-old Grey Tabby in Hamilton, ON, who needs $500 for dietary requirements.
Hamilton
I rescued her mother off the streets. She had been beaten and starved and was pregnant at the time. It took 5 weeks for her to come around and trust me and unfortunately died giving birth. I took sweetpea on as my own. She is less then a year old and unfortunately needs to see a vet she's very sick. I do not want to have to give her up. Sweetpea is the friendliest cat never hisses never claws. She always sleeps beside me and my fiance's head and loves her belly rubs. Sweetpea was born on family day. She loves everyone. She will sleep on your lap while watching tv. Friendliest cat I have ever met love her to death. She has to always sleep on the bed or she will be upset. I had lost my job when I had my son and my fiance was just let go due to covid and I would do absolutely anything to keep my baby girl healthy and safe and happy please help us give her the life she deserves. Unfortunately her condition is permeant her mother had it and it is passed on. She will need a special diet and medications to stay healthy and happy. Sweetpea seemed healthy when she was born always joyful and happy, but one day she started getting sick thought it was something she ate but I tried 20 different foods, nothing worked. Now we need to get her help. Her favorite toy is my hair elastics. And she loves belly rubs. My favorite thing about her is she always talks to you. I always have conversations with her. She always hops in the shower right after you have just gotten out its funny and leaves little paw prints all over the place. She will always sit like a human and it's weird but it makes my day. She always greets us at the door.
Pita
Pita is a 10-year-old Short Haired Tabby in Kihei, HI, who needs $1,091 for Dental/Feline/P C Grade 3.
Kihei, HI
Pita was the baby of one our cats who unfortunately passed away a few years ago. For a cat who has dental issues, she is very sweet. She is a indoor/outdoor cat and likes to drink milk water. We currently live in a 2 bedroom apartment thst consists of myself, my husband, our 2 kids and 2 other cats. When she's not in pain and feeling good, she will ask for attention. Nuzzle against you so that you will pet her. She will purr a lot when she is happy. She hangs out and will get along with the other cats and our kids. She loves to be hidden or buried under blankets. Sometimes when she goes out, she will make you chase her before she comes to you. We want Puta to be healthy and able to eat without pain. We feel so bad that we can't help her ourselves. My husband and I have both been laid off due to Covid19. We feel we have let her down and deeply sadden that we are helpless in helping one of our family member. Prior to her dental issues, she was the chunky monkey of our house. Because of her issues, she will often pay at her face and run away in pain. She constantly drools and has very bad breath. Because of the pain, she shy's away from eating. Sometimes you have to coax her into eating. We contacted Wailuku Pet Clinic in the hopes that they can help us. When she is feeling good, her playful personality will come out. She will playfully swat at you if you pass by her and not pet her. It's like she is saying hey don't forget about me, I would love to be petted now! It makes me laugh when she does that. She loves to be scratched on her head and purr like a happy kitty!
Stray
Chloe is a 6-month-old Shih Tzu pup in Columbus, GA, who needs $600 for wound care and treatment.
Columbus, GA
I found this sweet pup on the side of the road just the other night. She was very lethargic and couldn’t stand up on her own. I brought her home to find large knotted hair on her front feet so I took her in to Dr Glass where it was determined she was in need of amputation on one front leg as well as wound care on the other. Was also informed she needs IV antibiotics for the infection. Since I haven't spent much time with her I am unaware of her favorite things (as of now) but I can tell you she is the sweetest puppy (even the Veterinarian commented as much). She instantly rolled over and let me rub her belly despite being scared and in pain. And the nurse said when she comes to open the door to check on (Chloe) Stray she tries to jump into their arms for attention. I'm recently divorced after 25 yrs living on a fixed income and these pets are my world. Please help me with this unexpected circumstance so that I can welcome this beautiful girl into a happy & loving home which she deserve. With this help I can take great care of her! This is an emergency situation to have her leg amputated and her wounds cared for from the severe neglect she has suffered. My goal is to get her surgery complete and get all her medical needs current and up to date so that my main focus can be on her healing as well as getting her acclimated to her new home and family. She is being treated at Macon Road Vet Clinic in Columbus GA by Dr Glass. I have 2 other Shih Tzu's named Phrank & Theodore as well as a cat named Jaxson. Most days we start out with sunbathing on the porch until the mailman stops by to say hello. After that we take our morning walk around the pond/park. Then its lunch/dinner time followed by a well needed nap. Jaxson usually waits by the door until we return from the park so he can pounce while they are still tired.