Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital
Copley, Ohio
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Cow
Cow is a 3 month old American Staffordshire Terrier in Akron, , who needs $10,930 for Balloon Valvuloplasty.
Akron
This cute 16 week old munchkin named Cow, came from a breeder. He was being sold as a perfectly healthy little puppy, but upon taking him to the vet (VCA animal hospital) it was discovered this little guy had a level 5/6 heart murmur and further testing would be needed. He had a busy couple weeks going to the emergency room for x-rays, and having an echocardiogram done @metrovethospital. He is diagnosed with pulmonary stenosis which is a condition of the heart that will require a balloon valvuloplasty surgery. This surgery will open a valve in his heart so the blood can flow through the correct way. If left untreated this condition will cause congestive heart failure very soon. He has a surgery scheduled for August 26th @metrovethospital. Cow is the sweetest little puppy who reminds me more of a little kitten than a dog. He has an older brother and they are inseparable. As he gets older, he wants so badly to run around with zoomies and do all the cute things puppies do, but I was given instructions to keep him very calm until the surgery, so no more damage is done to his heart. I have taken Cow to about 5 different appointments. Now I am faced with a $10,000 surgery. Our little family would be devasted without him. He brings us so much joy with his silliness and compassion. There are so many things this little guy has not experienced.
Batman
Batman is a 9 month old Mix-Breed in Akron, OH, who needs $500 for Possible Eye Infection Treatment.
Akron, OH
I found batman after a run to the put supplies plus near me. And I fell in love I was already looking for a kitten for my dog cry baby.. He's fun energetic a happy cat an I do my best to care for him an my dog. I live alone I have a full time job. An I love my animals I got him fixed about 2 months ago an he's been doing very well.. But then a couple weeks ago my neighbors found a kitten in the bad storm we were having an I took her in not realizing that she was sick an I think she gave what she had to my boy.. It started as just an eye infection an now its worse an he's very lethargic an eyes are swollen shut. My boy loves my dog they play great he has been a great addition to my household he's funny energetic his zoomies go crazy it's so funny to watch an to be loved by him. I'm on my way to take him to Metropolitan as I write this an my heart is breaking that I may not have the funds I need jic its more serious then I expect. I've never done this before asking for help.m But he's my baby an I don't know what else to do.
Charlie
Charlie is a 3 year old Siamese in Youngstown, OH, who needs $1,400 for Urinary Obstruction Catheterization.
Youngstown, OH
We brought Charlie and his brother Leo home about three years ago from New mexico. They were abandoned and we wanted to make sure they had a good home. I mean who could resist such a sweet and loving cat like him! Charlie was taken to the vet a few days ago because we noticed he was having some trouble going to the bathroom. He was treated for a uti but last night things took a turn for the worse as he was walking like he was in pain and uncomfortable. Today we took him to the emergency and was told he has a urinary blockage. We were told the cost to treat him was going to be 1400. Even though we have three cats in the house Charlie is everyone's favorite, hes so loving and affectionate with everyone. His favorite toys are the springs, we throw them and he plays fetch with us! He loves going outside and rolling around in the fresh grass and loves having his treats every morning, if you are not up by 6 to give him his treats he is in bed nudging your face to wake up. My fiance is currently in between jobs and we are financially strapped. We have exhausted every option possible to try and save our dear Charlie. Losing Charlie would be a major heartbreak for not only myself and my fiance but our son who's 9 and our daughter who is 6
Wilbert
Wilbert is a 10 year old Mix-Breed in Cleveland, OH, who needs $6,500 for Liver Lobectomy.
Cleveland, OH
Wilbert came unexpectedly into our lives about 5 years after the passing of our beloved Albert, a yellow lab. He was a rescue being fostered by a friend. He was only 5 weeks old and my friend allowed us to care for him over a weekend, and that was all it took. He was so calm, so loyal following us everywhere and always sitting as close as possible. Love at first sight. Wilbert is so energetic even at 10 years old. He loves long walks and playing. You would never know by looking at him the difficulties he has with his diet, protein absorption and Irritable Bowel Syndrome that requires a very specific, expensive diet that includes special enzymes, B-12 injections and multiple medications just to try and maintain him. Wilbert loves to talk and is very vocal. He plays, leaps, runs, skids still just like a puppy. He is a cozy snuggler that always finds his way to be close with us but he also has extended family that he enjoys visiting and always gets excited when we mention his name. Wilbert is a mix part boxer/pit bull and rottweiler. We heard all the negativity about this pit breed and he destroyed that myth. My wife and I have spent 10's of thousands on Wilbert's special care over his lifetime (as we did with our Albert before him that also needed numerous surgeries) We both worked and it was never a difficult decision. We now are both retired and on a fixed income.
Leonard
Leonard is a 6 year old Mix-Breed in Olmsted township , OH, who needs $1,600 for Endoscopy with Biopsy.
Olmsted township, OH
Ive worked in vet medicine for 8 years and always took in orphaned bottle feeders/criticals, I took in Leonard and his two sisters from over 30 cats who were very sick, he is now six years old and my first foster failure. He has four kitty and one k9 sibling, all who are very bonded with him and inseparable. He is deaf be he has no idea his world is different, his name came from of mice and men. For about six month lennybstarted showing pretty bad intestinal issues, diarrhea gas cramping blood in feces. I tried every prescription food and IBD medication before I finally had the ability to get him into the specialist at metropolitan veterinary hospital, this is where they suspect that Leonard has lymphoma cancer. I just need one more additional test done to confirm before chemo is started. during a very low time in my life my father had suddenly passed away and it was devastating to me, I could not get out of bed or function. Having to care and treat for Lenny created a bond so deep between us that I learned to open my heart again. With out him I never would've grown from my father death and hes helped me save hundreds more kittens from then on. They will not do the other test or treat lenny until I pay off my bill, i was not able to use my all pet card, so it left an outstanding balance i was not financially ready for. I have six other animals and max'd carecredit and no other platform to use so anything will help
Phoebe
Phoebe is a 3 year old American Cocker Spaniel in Greenville , PA, who needs $6,000 for Pelvic Surgery.
Greenville, PA
My parents got Phoebe for me for an emotional support animal as o battled depression and anxiety through my teenage years. She's literally gotten me through so much and she's so much more than a dog. Fast forward to now and me having 2 babies and a family. Phoebe is my son's best friend and we wouldn't know what to do without her. My husband is in school and our income is limited. Phoebe broke her pelvis when she jumped over a baby gate and fell down a flight of stairs. We need to raise $6000 for her surgery at Akron Animal Hospital. Phoebe is the sweetest and most loving dog. Her best furry friend is Maisy, a lab and her other 2 best friends are my 2 sons but she also loves our kitties. She is my emotional support always and I'm begging for help to get her out of pain. Please help phoebe. My husband is in trade school and I just finished nail school and we have a very limited income. Any help is greatly appreciated. I hope you can find it in your heart to help my sweet girl.
Elton John
Elton John is a 3 year old Mix-Breed in Hubbard, OH, who needs $7,000 for Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea.
Hubbard, OH
Elton came into my life after my dad passed in 2021. My mom and I needed companionship and Elton helped up in ways we didn't know were possible. This little guy is our whole world. Our family dog, Elton, is extremely sick right now. He is currently admitted at the Metropolitan Emergency Veterinary Hospital in Akron. I've never experienced this before with a pet, but this is one of the hardest thing l've gone through so far. They aren't sure the cause his sickness, but he is admitted in the ICU. Elton is the most loving, playful, and compassionate dog. He absolutely loves and adores everyone. Everyone that meets him falls in love with him. He is such a positive light. I would do anything to have Elton healthy again. He has only been hospitalized for one night and I have already spent $4,500. We are finding out in the morning if he needs surgery, costing another $5,000- $7,000. I've drained my savings account and this is just the beginning
Luna
Luna is a 2 year old American Pit Bull Terrier in Norton, OH, who needs $2,000 for Laryngeal Tie-Back Surgery.
Norton, OH
Luna, affectionately known as Lulu, came into our lives as a rescue at just 4 weeks old. We bottle-fed and weaned her ourselves. She'll turn 3 on July 7th and lives in a loving home with me, my 2-year-old son, my 10-year-old nephew, my mom, and our other two dogs. Lulu and my son have grown up together and share an incredibly special, unbreakable bond. Luna is facing a life-threatening emergency. She has laryngeal paralysis and struggles to breathe on her own. Any excitement can cause her airway to collapse, so we have to keep her sedated around the clock to keep her alive. She urgently needs surgery, which we plan to have done at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital. We're doing all we can to keep her stable until then. Luna is full of energy and personality - a total wild girl in the best way. She's playful, a little dramatic, and always keeps us on our toes. She's extremely attached to me and follows me everywhere I go - definitely a Mommy's girl. She also has a deep love for our other dogs and is always cuddling or playing with them. Her love is loyal, intense, and so special. Luna's surgery is estimated at $6,000-$7,000. We were approved for $4,000 through CareCredit, but we're struggling to cover the rest. Keeping her sedated at home has been physically and mentally exhausting. Luna's recovery would bring peace back into our home.
Winston
Winston is a 9 year old Miniature Schnauzer in West Salem, OH, who needs $2,000 for Cholecystectomy.
West Salem, OH
I have had Winston since since he was a puppy. He's always been the bestest boy. He currently has 8 doggy brothers and sisters, many of them coming to us from shelters or as pets that's their owner could no longer care for. He also has 3 kitty siblings, also all rescues. Winston is currently at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital in Akron, OH. He was transfered there on referral from our primary vet after learning he had a mucocele gallbladder obstruction. He had emergency surgery on Monday to remove the gallbladder and is currently recovering. Winston is a great dog and loved by everyone he meets. He is a typical Schnauzer that barks when he gets excited, is very loyal, and is the biggest mommy's boy. He loves his brothers and sisters, but recently lost his best buddy Trudy the Yorkie to Cushings Disease. This was an unexpected cost to our family. He have been trying to recover from the vet bills of one of our other dogs, Trudy, that had to surgery to repair an ACL, and was battling with Cushings and chronic pancreatist.
jax
jax is a 9 month old American Pit Bull Terrier in akron, OH, who needs $2,000 for Surgical Fixation for Fractured Femur.
akron, OH
I got Jax when he was 08 weeks old from a friend who had a friend that her dog just had puppies. We talked on phone, when I was picking from litter, I said pick me the one that was born in the middle, and a male.. Jax is who i got! So Jax has a broken femer bone in his left rear leg. Ive been told that its a costly surgery, and i have no insurence or funds to cover such a cost. The other option would be to aputate the leg,, this is not a option for me because he, needs his leg.... and it still requires money to do this also.. Jax is a very social dog, very friendly and has lots of energy. He is also a tough dog, even with his broken leg he still wants to play and run around. I just shake my head in disbelief, cause i know he is in very bad pain but wont make a sound about it. So Im on a fixed income, SSI disability. I recenty was suppost to have a knee replacement myself, but Ive had to postpone this because Jax needs to get better first,, both of us cant be laid up with bad legs,, cant wait to see him play again.
Carmello
Carmello is a 11 year old Shar Pei in Alliance, OH, who needs $2,000 for Emergency Diagnostics Testing.
Alliance, OH
I rescued Carmello at just 2 weeks old in 2013, he was infested with fleas and pulled away from his mother I bottle fed him and he has been with me ever since. We live with my mom currently I also have another dog who just turned 10 and they have grown up together and are brothers basically. I have a 3 year old autistic son with bowel issues and I’m constantly missing work for that and my income In January he started to lose weight but he was still eating and acting as normal at first didn’t think anything of it because he was acting normal. Towards end of January weight loss became noticeable and would throw up some and took to vet had bloodwork showed b12 deficiency his health is declining still after injection now he’s at emergency vet getting 3000 dollars worth of tests My dog Mello loves my other dog Taz, as well as my son and my whole family he has been with us almost 12 years his whole life. He is a good loving boy he hates getting his nails trimmed he is afraid of thunderstorms Low income due to only working part time constantly missing work due to my 3 year old son who has medical issues and I don’t have any savings, and am struggling and I don’t have any way to pay
baxter
baxter is a 10 year old Boxer in Fairview, PA, who needs $2,000 for Removal of Cancerous Tumor on Outside Left Leg.
Fairview, PA
Baxter was rescued from an amish puppy mill. I rescued him from horrific living conditions. He has behavioral problems and diagnosed with separation anxiety and. bipolar. He has destroyed my home continents but will never give up on him. He is loved so much and even more because of his issues!! He is so special and loves everyone he meets. Baxter has developed a cancerous tumor on the outside of his leg and it needs to be removed. The hospital is metro veterinary hospital in Cleveland. The cost is over $6,000 Baxter is a special dog. My life would not be complete without him. He has brought me so much love. Baxter rescued me when I lost my mom, I found him and he found me. He saved my life and now I want to save his. He has taught me so much about love, how to be happy again He is my protector and my best friend and I am not ready to say good-bye. He deserves to live longer I am a senior and on a fixed income. It would mean the world to me to have Baxter with me for more years!! Baxter had a rough beginning to life and I want his senior years to be special
Birdie
Birdie is a 5 month old Pembroke Welsh Corgi in North Canton, OH, who needs $1,500 for X-rays, Bloodwork.
North Canton, OH
We got birdie for my youngest son because he has been going through tough times in elementary school. He was getting bullied and birdie has been such an answered prayer for my son. His mood has increased and he’s dealing with things better. Birdie is such a sweet pup and is definitely always waiting for my son when he comes home. Birdie waits to wake him up in the morning. They are such buddies. Birdie woke up limping one day and hasn’t gotten any better over the week. But now he is having trouble breathing and we are at the emergency vet. We just can’t lose this dog as my 10 year old son would be crushed. Birdie is so special because of the bond he and my son have together. He has gotten his mood up and in better spirits since we have gotten birdie. Game changer We need help as it’s the holidays and I recently lost my job due to my son not wanting to go to school because of the bullying issues. So this is outside our means.
Repo
Repo is a 7 year old American Pit Bull Terrier in Akron, OH, who needs $2,000 for Obstruction Surgery.
Akron, OH
He was rescued off the streets. Tried finding owner with no success. He was very skin when we found him. He has my kids that don't want him to suffer but we're trying to find the money for his surgery. We've tried everything vredit wise and just need help. He has a blockage in his stomach going into the small intestines. He's unable to pass it. They gave him fluids and pain medication and they wamt thw money upfront. Metropolitan animal hospital Akron ohio He's been here through everything for the past 6 years and he's been the best dog anyone could ask for. He loves playing tug a war laying on you like he's a lap dog. He has been the swwetest and most carig dog we've had. Work hours have been cut and we've tried every creadit possible. Care credit, scratch pay and credit cards. Were3umable to take on this unexpected expess and don't want to put him down he has so much life left in him.
Itachi
Itachi is a 2 year old American Shorthair in Cleveland Heights, OH, who needs $250 for Specialist Visit w/Neurology Update Treatment Plan.
Cleveland Heights, OH
About two years ago, my son brought home an exuberant black kitty home to me. My son named him Itachi after one of the characters in his favorite anime. Itachi has been an absolute joy since he's been a part of our family. He is so sweet and he acts like he's my protector so he is almost always within 5 feet of me, unless he is on a mouse excursion in the basement. When Itachi was 11 months old, he started having seizures and was diagnosed with epilepsy. True epilepsy is super rare in cats, so we to drive him an hour away to a neurologist. His care is expensive and we have to pay for everything out-of-pocket because he is uninsurable. We will need an MRI and bloodwork soon, but right now we just need to see the specialist for meds and new treatment plan. Itachi loves playing with his cat sister, Chloe, and harassing his dog brother, Chopper. He has served as an emotional support animal for me and he takes his job very seriously. He is a completely normal cat when he is not having seizures so he has an amazing quality of life! We have had a lot of life changes in the time since Itachi has become part of our family. We have had divorce, a death, and 2 births. We didn't anticipate having a cat with a chronic medical condition, and we don't want to lose him because his care is too expensive.
Luna
Luna is a 5 year old German Shepherd Dog in Barberton, OH, who needs $1,200 for Testing, Injections & S-ray.
Barberton, OH
Luna is a German Shepherd Chihuahua mix. She came into my life July of 2019 shortly after my first dog had passed away. She came to me during a very hard time and I was very clingy with her and in turn we became inseparable to the point where we have separation anxiety with each other if we're apart for too long. In 2021 Luna had become a service dog after saving my life. This past week Luna had stopped drinking she refuses water outright. Where is she still tries to play and run and chase squirrels and act normal she won't drink. AKRON METROPOLITAN EMERGENCY VET had done various tests on her all of which have come back normal we can't seem to figure out what's wrong. Luna is a very sweet loving vocal dog who gets along with everything. When she sees someone or another animal that she hasn't seen before she gets excited and immediately tries to make friends with them. There's not a mean bone in her body and she means the world to me after saving my life. If it wasn't for her I probably would have been dead back in 2021, she learned how to do chest compressions To have Luna back in my life at full health again would mean more than I could ever hope to explain. She's my world, my rock, we're each other's angels. Being stuck on SSDI makes it impossible to give her the help she needs. She saved me & I can't seem to save her.
Ruby
Ruby is a 7 year old Poodle in Kent, OH, who needs $2,000 for Radiation therapy..
Kent, OH
Ruby came to me in 2020 from a previous bad situation. She was being fed pork fat on a regular basis and wasn’t receiving proper veterinary care. She is now living her best life with me and her sister, Sedona. On March 21st, Ruby had an episode of grand mal seizures. She had no previous seizure history. I rushed her to Metropolitan Vet Hospital and after an MRI she was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. The vets told me that the only options moving forward were palliative care or radiation therapy. Ruby is only 7, she has a lot of life to live. Without treatment she has 3-4 months. Ruby is a food fiend, she will try to steal anything that you have! She really loves Mexican food. She’s also a huge cuddle bug, she loves to lay in bed or on the couch and just snuggle. She would never hurt a fly and deserves more than what she’s being given. Initial vet visits were over $5,800. Now I’m looking at radiation therapy which is looking to be over $14,000 with all associated expenses. My dogs are my world, Sedona hasn’t been acting right since Ruby started declining. I would do anything for her to be healthy again.
Sgt Pembry
Sgt Pembry is a 10-month-old Domestic Shorthair Cat in Brunswick , OH, who needs $2,000 for Consultation with Specialist and Imaging Studies.
Brunswick, OH • Alleycats & Aristocats
Sgt Pembry was trapped by our rescue in Sept. 2023 at roughly 4 mts old. A few days into fostering it was found that he was having breathing difficulties while eating. He was a valuated at our vet where he was found to have mega esophagus. And he was given a grave life, expectancy. after extensive research, we found what works for him and he is eating well. Because Prembry was given a grave life expectancy, he was not socialize with people well. he’s become braver and stronger every day and loves his fellow house kitties and foster friends. He’s become attached to the people living within the home. Pembry is amazing by the way that he overcomes his obstacles, is thriving and enjoys a very full and happy life. Even though Pembry has bilateral front leg deformities, he does not let that stop him being a cat; running, playing and climbing. He truly is an inspiration. Pembry had an x-ray done at four months old and was found to have mega esophagus with suspected prominent right aortic arch deformity and was recommended to possibly have surgery. He will need further imaging studies and estimated cost for those and surgery is roughly $8000 at Metropolitan veterinary Hospital in Cleveland. His neuter will also be quite costly due to him being such a high risk. Pembry is considered extremely high risk for even neutering. He’s such an incredible kitten who we’ve all grown to love and want him to have the longest and best life ever.
Kodiak
Kodiak is a 11-month-old Australian Shepard in Akron, OH, who needs $2,000 for Diagnosis and Treatment.
Akron, OH
I learned a friend's family that had an Aussie needing a home, I took it as a sign after the fire & loss. My daughter begged me to get her an Australian Shepherd for about 2 years. We brought him home at 8 weeks old. When he was little & would run, from the back he looked like a bear cub & that is why we named him Kodiak (aka Kodi) - We live in an apt on the same property we lost everything at I have an amazing daughter that has special needs. She is autistic, an eating disorder called ARFID, ADHD, PTSD, & seperation anxiety with panic attacks. I myself have had 12 brain shunt surgeries & revisions. My first brain surgery create epilepsy. Kodiak has provide comfort. He has created more physical activity & family time. Practically everywhere we go, Kodi is with us. 2-15-23 I received a call telling me our apt was on fire. That night my daughter & I lost everything. Working with a therapist, I encouraged to get Kodiak to support Angelina and I thru the healing process. Kodi helped make the "new" apt actually begin to feel like home. Helped restore hope. I am not sure when exactly his back right leg became injured. We went to sleep ok and woke up and I noticed something was off. I thought that it was a pulled muscle bc of how active he is. As the day progressed he has become worse. Where I could be the leg he was nursing, he began to not let me and keeps nipping and biting me. He can't run. He's having issues pooping bc he can't bare weight I'm a single mom on disability with no family & support system. We lost everything almost a year ago in a fire & I have been struggling to rebuild since 2-15-23. The 1st anniversary is in 8 days and I've already been struggling mentally. I just want Kodi to not be in pain
Cooper
Cooper is a 5-year-old Boxer Mix in Akron, OH, who needs $2,000 for Surgery to Remove Cyst.
Akron
Let me tell you a little bit about him. He is my best friend and he has gotten me through a lot in life. I’ve struggled through anxiety and depression, and many health problems in the past few years. I adopted Cooper at just the age of 10 weeks old when I adopted him I was struggling with the loss of my pup, Mya I was in deep depression over it when I saw Cooper. He’s a huge cuddle bug loves snuggling and playing with his kong tennis balls and running around outside in the yard chasing all the squirrels and snuggling his lamb chop He’s just a mommas boy and is always attached to my hip making me smile through the most difficult times I Don’t know what I’d ever do without him he’s gotten me through so much around a year ago I noticed a lump forming on his chest so of course worried Mom would do I took him to the vet to get it checked out and they said everything was fine. It was just a fatty tumor around a month ago I noticed it’s starting to get larger and called the vet right away. Unfortunately they were not able to get me in until later this month I’ve been in and out of work due to some personal health problems and am having a really difficult time paying for his surgery I had to borrow 1,300 from a family member just so cover his emergency vet visit today
Jovi Hope
Jovi Hope is a 7-year-old Pitbull in Sandusky, OH, who needs $2,000 for FHO/SX Femoral Head Ostectomy Surgery.
Sandusky, OH
Hi my name is Barbara and my little girls name is Jovi Hope after the band Bon Jovi and Hope because I had just been diagnosed with breast cancer. Jovi was rescued from a drug house while I was sick. She was so tiny. I remember running in the fabric store to buy fleece so she could have a warm blanket until we got everything she needed. She's an angel on earth with a heart shape on her head Jovi and I do a lot of sleeping unfortunately because I'm sick she is in and out from under the covers never know if I'm going to be greeted with a face or butt lol. She's a hugger, lays against my side with her arm around me hugs me around my neck so she can get stretches and back massage and I get a kiss. She gives me a puckered bottom lip and a little growl because she hates my cell phone. JoJo one of many nicknames is a girly girl loves her clothes. I put a dollar tree tutu on her and she loved it. She's a goofball and beyond loving very scared of thunder and a broom. She's completely white except for cow print ears and a tan heart on top of her head. We goof off a lot running around I sing and dance with her. She'll give me a weird look and growl. We have each other no one else. Jovi was hit by a car when we were checking mail. I wished it would've hit me instead. Police helped me get her in the house she was taken to the ER where she had x-rays her hip would need surgery. She was medicated and I had to take her to another ER to have an MRI and see a Neuro surgeon. She had bruising down her spine and bulging discs and needed an FHO to fix her hip. She has nerve damage and cannot walk on her own. She needs physical rehabilitation therapy. I was severely abused through breast cancer sexually assualted, abandoned and I lost the last of my family to murder. Giving her the ability to walk and play again you will also be saving my life. Ty.
Nala
Nala is a 5-year-old Rottweiler in Euclid, OH, who needs $2,000 for Tumor Removal.
Euclid, OH
I adopted Nala when she was just a puppy, and she has been my best friend for the past 5 years. She has more than half her life to live and am willing to do whatever I can to save her life, as she has more than half her life to live. She currently lives with me and her daughter, Kiara near Cleveland, Ohio. Nala and her daughter Kiara sleep with me in my bed every night. They are my emotional support, and have helped me get through traumatic times in my life. She is an incredibly loving dog with high emotional IQ. She lovesss going for walks and rides, and gets along well with other dogs and people. Nala always motivates me, and cheers me up any time I'm having a bad day. She is an incredible mother to her crazy daughter, Kiara. I don't know how life is going to be when one passes without the other. But hopefully, with help from crowdfunding that won't be for awhile. She deserves to keep creating more happy memories. Her medical bills in total for this are going to end up being over 10K. She has a large tumor and a hernia right on her rectum that prevents her from pooping properly. It is not cancerous, but if it doesn't get removed it will mess up her intestines and she will die from it if not put down sooner. I'm already over 5 thousand dollars into her medical procedures and diagnostics and the tumor removal is going to be 5-6K. I'm doing everything I can to help save her life, I just need something to go my way for once. Please help if you can.
Angel
Angel is a 2-year-old Siberian Husky in Medina, OH, who needs $2,000 for OCD Surgery.
Medina, OH
Angel came into our lives at 8 weeks old during COVID. She is full of love and a silly personality and still thinks she is a baby. She is a part of a pack of 4. She fully loves water and enjoys being outside. We live in a nice rural area in Ohio so she gets to enjoy the snow and the cold often. Angel in our home is number 3 out of our 4 huskies and lives to hang out and rough house with both people and the other dogs in our home. She loves to climb in your lap even though she is 72lbs lol!!! But she is still very smart and listens very well to what she is told even though it may be with alittle sas lol. Angel has alot of different personality quirks to her, being a husky she deff talks alot! She will also take her paw and smack at you when she's frustrated, she will also go lay on the couch anf bark at you if you don't come and Pet her and give her attention when she wants it! She is just full of life. ANGEL has been diagnosed with having OCD in her shoulder, which apparently normally happens in the puppy stage but not with her.. lol, they are saying the surgery will costs us 4k to 5k because it's a special surgeon that needs to do it and special tools. We have kept up on all her appointments but really didn't expect this large of an expense, we had pet insurance but its was too expensive when my hours got cut at work.
Peaches
Peaches is a 3-month-old Domestic Short Hair Kitten in Brunswick, OH, who needs $2,000 for Surgery.
Brunswick, OH
Meet Peaches, She is 13 weeks old and full of energy and love. Peaches was originally a gift from my significant other. He had found peach on facebook out of all places and when we went to go pick her up we noticed that she looked very undernorished and did not look like the kitten in the photos, let al way too young to be going home with someone. We had reported the owner but decided to keep her. Peach was bottle fed when we first brought her home, the vet estimated her to be only 9 weeks old. Peach was a very quiet kitten and would cry when left alone. Our 1 yr old cat Pipper stepped in to care for peaches. These 2 became inseparable! She got her name cat nabbing a bowl on canned peaches. I had set my bowl down to use the bathroom and when I returned there she was inside the bowl eating. Peaches is just now finding her voice and learning how to meow. Peaches LOVES to be held and cuddled with! Peaches follows her sister EVERYWHERE, always watching, playing and learning. Peaches shocked us when we noticed she likes to play fetch like a dog would. This was very strange for us to see but, fell in love with it. Who wouldn't want a cat that plays fetch and brings the toy back! One day Pipper was sitting in the window seal when peaches was sitting on the end table below the window looking up at her. Peaches then attemped to jump onto the window seal and did not make it causing her to fall. When she fell she managed to some how get her arm stuck in the vent at the baseboard causing her to fracture her elbow. She is waiting to have surgery at Metropolian vet hospital Akron Surgery cost $5,000 for her to be able to use/walk on her paw again. I am22 yr's old and work at urgent care. I am working as much as possible to prepare to return to school this fall2 further my career in medicine. I am applying $1,800 of my own & applying 4 credit cards.
Jax
Jax is a 6-year-old Mastiff in Akron, OH, who needs $2,000 for Surgery to remove blockage.
Akron, OH
Jax is a 6 yr old mastiff. He has always been one of the smartest dogs. He learned very quickly. I have had Jax since he was a puppy of 8 wks old. We purchased him to bring up the spirits of my older boxer after he lost his best friend. Chubbs was very depressed and Jax brought him back to life. He has been a bright light in our lives. Jax lives with 2 cats and 3 other dogs. He is the alpha dog and loves to play with his brothers and sister. His way of getting my attention is to come in and sit directly in front of me and stare into my eyes. He then gives me a paw to tell me he loves me. He is quite the big baby! He gets excited when we have visitors. Jax is a special dog. Very loving yet protective. He is always excited to see me when I get home from work. He is very good at home with his brothers and sister and the 2 cats. He has been by far one of the best and smartest dogs. I hate the thought of him not being able to continue to have a long and happy life. Jax decided to swallow a sock. It has caused a blockage that needs to be removed and more than likely will involve surgery. I have had some financial struggles lately that have made it near impossible for me to afford taking him to the vet or hospital to get the issue fixed. I will be taking him to Metro as he is in dire need. I had a sudden major expense involving my furnace being fixed. I am a single mom trying to my best to care for my household on 1 income. I do not wish to lose my beloved Jax. He has so much more life to give.
Annie
Annie is a 7-year-old Bluetick Coonhound in Orrville, OH, who needs $1,900 for Amputation and Chemotherapy.
Orrville, OH
Sadly, we had lost our previous Bluetick, Daisie, to cancer in the summer of 2015. She left her best buddy, Poo, behind and lonely. A couple of months later we saw Annie's picture on PetFinder and fell in love,! She reminded us so much of Daisie! Annie was a stray that had been taken to the local dog pound in West Virginia. We drove from NE OH right away, and Poo was so happy to have a new friend! Annie was a blessing to all of us. However, she was quite a challenge at first as she definitely wanted to hunt! We modified our privacy fence around the yard with add'l height because Annie could scale any fence we had with no problem to chase a squirrel, cat or anything that moved! She settled in and became a very spoiled housedog. She did not know what toys were but Poo was quick to show her! Annie's favorite friend, buddy, companion was Poo (age 13) who had passed suddenly in April this year. With cornea replacement surgery, we had given Poo one good eye for his last years. An unseen lemon-size tumor was found around Poo's heart when he passed. Annie was lost w/o him but has learned to enjoy the attention of being the only dog, and taking up the extra space in the bed with us! We found out the week of Christmas that Annie has a large tumor/sarcoma on her humerus. Our local vet in Orrville referred us to an oncologist at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital in Akron OH. The treatment for Annie would be amputation of the limb followed by chemo. Annie is one of the overall healthiest dogs we have had, and has so much life, joy and goofiness that she is trying to hold on to. My husband took and early retirement due to Covid risks, which has cut our income a lot. The past 5 yrs have been difficult for us with the care for our pups and we have used most of our available funds, including 401K withdrawals. We hope we can do all we can for Annie.
Athena
Athena is a 1-year-old German Shepherd Mix in Louisville, OH, who needs $2,000 for LASER ABLATION OF ECTOPIC URETERS.
Louisville, OH
Athena and I had rescued each other last May. As I was dealing with pressing mental health issues, she was found at 3 months old living under somebody's porch. We gladly accepted her into our home and she quickly became part of the family as we took with us to soccer practice, trick or treating, and so much more. Athena is such a happy girl that loves everybody and everything. Her favorite toy is definitely her rope and we have gone through so many. Her daily life would be significantly improved with this surgery however, as she spends a lot of her time outside and sleeps in a kennel at night no matter how much I want her to snuggle up on the couch with us. Athena enjoys everything from slinging her rope around the living room, running around the yard, and her every other night bath times. All I have to do is tell her that she's a stinky girl and she goes running for the bath. She has been the most well behaved puppy I have ever experienced and is an extremely quick learner. Athena was born with a condition that causes her to constantly drip pee onto herself and everything else. Her urinary tract bypasses her bladder and come straight out as the urine is produced in her kidneys. She has been on medication for months to prevent infection but the only way to fix the issue is a specialist surgery to correct her urinary tract. I am currently working 70 to 80 hours per week to keep up with expenses and take care of our children. This life changing surgery could cost between $1500-$4000 and we have absolutely no way to fund something that would completely change Athena's life forever.
Tiger
Tiger is a 9-year-old Lhasa Apso in Cleveland, OH, who needs $1,500 for Pericardial Window surgery.
Cleveland, OH
Tiger is 9 years old. I found him when going to work one day. He was in the street near the curb, looking for food. His fur was completely matted and his face covered with fur. I took him home, put him in the backyard, and left for work. When I couldn’t locate an owner, I adopted him. I had him groomed, got his vaccinations updated, and had him neutered. Tiger is very active and likes playing catch and tug-of-war with his toys. He also enjoys running around the yard with my grandson when he visits. He enjoys walks in the nearby park. When my brother visits, Tiger has an especially close relationship with him. He follows close behind and never lets him out of his sight. I work part-time but I also am on a fixed income with SSI. The procedure to drain the fluid cost $3000, which I paid. And now the surgery costs between $4500 to $5500. I am able to pay $500 for the operation and I am hoping I can get funding to pay for the balance. In July 2021, Tiger was becoming bloated, and had difficulty walking. I took him to an emergency clinic, from there to the Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital. Doctors said he was filled with fluid, and did a procedure to drain the fluid out. Now he needs surgery to create a “pericardial window,” a hole in the sac around his heart to drain fluid into chest cavity and absorb naturally in the body. Tiger is a very gentle affectionate dog, and it shows when he plays with my cats. He makes sure not to be rough with them. He also loves snuggling with my cats and sleeping next to them. My youngest cat is Tiger’s best friend and they are always together, inside and out. As soon as someone sits, Tiger is in their lap, even though he is too big to fit comfortably.
Dorito
Dorito is a 1-year-old Orange cat in Kent, OH, who needs $2,000 for Catheter and Bloodwork.
Kent, OH
I rescued Dorito over a year ago, when his owner at the time was not able to take care of him anymore. Once he came into my life, I immediately knew how much I loved him and that him and I belonged to each other. He currently lives with me and my boyfriend, who love him very much, in an apartment. He has his own room in our apartment and is very spoiled. Dorito loves to go on "walks", where we take him out into the hallway of our apartment complex and walk up and down the hall. He is so friendly and sweet, and always greets us and guests at the door. When we first got him, he liked to sleep in his cat bed but recently he has been sleeping in our bed with us. He has learned to love cuddling! I am in my final semester of college, paid for 100% by myself. However, without hesitation, I would give any amount to save my baby. There is no price too high to save him. To have him healthy would make me so happy and make him feel so much better and back to himself again. I took Dorito into the Veterinary ER last night because he was crying and unable to urinate. They told me he had a blocked Urinary Tract and they are keeping him for 48 hours with a catheter. He tested positive for a chronic disease where he can get UTI's when stressed. Because of the amount of tests and procedures he has to have, it is going to be costly. Dorito is the most special cat I have ever met. He absolutely loves tuna, and recognizes when I pick it up just from the sound in the pantry. He loves his canned food, and when I say the word "snack" he recognizes that and knows it's coming. He also loves his toy tube, and runs back and forth through it for long periods of time.
Boomer
Boomer is a 13-year-old Maltese mix in Cleveland, OH, who needs $2,000 for Diabetic Pancreatitis.
Cleveland, OH
Boomer was born March 2, 2008. My sister brought him in as her companion and I saw him often. He met a girlfriend and had a son. The trio lived together happily in sunny California with my sister. Around 2017, Boomer was diagnosed with diabetes and we made the decision to move to Ohio with me so we could focus on his well-being. He's been having the best life traveling to different places with me. Boomer enjoys puzzles. He has mastered up to level 4 and does it in a breeze. He loves food (prior to his illness) and loves to cuddle in his dog beds. He is my emotional support dog and has been a very important part of my life in the past few years. He enjoys walks in downtown and traveling. He is very independent and very calm. I usually find him snoring on one of his dog beds. Our household income is fixed and so far the medical bills have been paid off by savings, credit card and some donations. It was not enough for the first round, but now he is admitted again for IV therapy. Doctors are mentioning euthanasia because of the financial load. Boomer is a senior diabetic dog with multiple complications as this time. He was recently diagnosed with pancreatitis and has elevated numbers for his kidneys, liver, adrenal gland and has anemia now. All this happened in the span o f the last 2 months. He has been hospitalized for a week and has gone back to ER today at the Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital in Akron to be seen by Dr. Julie Stanton Boomer's most unique characteristic is his ability to not move. I can pick him up and place him somewhere and he will remain in that position without complaint. Very floppy. Unusual for a small lap dog. But he is so funny because he trusts you enough to let you hold him in silly positions. He sometimes will dangle from your arms and he just snores to sleep.
Teddy
Teddy is a 1-year-old Chihuahua mix in Kent, OH, who needs $1,700 for Parvovirus.
Kent, OH
Teddy made my life happier I love him so much I will do anything for him. I have his dad and mom as well all big family. He is so special to us he help his mom and his dad to grow and change a lot in them he made us feel so special he is always happy and wants to be the first to do anything he showed his mom and dad how to play and how to enjoy life ❤️ Teddy is always by my side this is the first time I have slept without him since he came to this life, he sleep with us on bed with 3 dogs, his dad like to sleep alone under the sheet but teddy loves to sleep next to his mom he has to feel her and if she moved he moves he always try to copy his Parents he play hard with his mom but he is so soft with his dad he understand that his dad is smaller The pandemic has made it hard to afford such an expected hospital stay. I love Teddy so much and it would make me ecstatic to have him back home! Teddy’s mom and dad miss him very much as well:) Sadly he tested positive for Provo he is at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital Copley, Ohio he been there for 5 days now. He is still fighting and luckily he has started eating on his own, however, he still has been throwing up a lot and lacks his usual energy. The hospital and all the staff have been extremely helpful and guiding throughout this process. Out of all my dogs he always was the the easiest he saw how his mom look up to us so he always try to do his best and stay in best behavior, he thing is to go to the bedroom and steal my socks it’s so cute to watch, he love to bother his mom since he is young so more energy when ever she is sleeping or relaxing he will bother her till she gets up it’s so amazing to see it.
Whiskey
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Brooklyn, OH
For those who don't know this precious angel, this is Whiskey. She is our beautiful baby girl who has breast cancer. Her life started at the Cleveland APL, where our old roommate adopted her. The APL was unsure if she has ever been spayed, she had a scar on her lower abdomen. They said if you see signs of heat please bring her back and they’ll spayed her. Of course she was never brought back in. Because we thought she was spayed this whole time we were always told if there are parts of the uterus left it’ll make them go into heat without actually going into it. It wasn't until she had a terrible infection, that antibiotics couldn't clear up that Whiskey had to have her first surgery, which was exploratory and become a hysterectomy and lumpectomy. Whiskey is our only little pride and joy in our lives. She is our emotional support when we’ve had tough weeks. We are not ready to lose her and will do everything we have to do to save her. After this surgery she will need a LT side total mastectomy and possible chemo depending on what her biopsy says after the first mastectomy. This is where we need help. Scott and I both work multiple jobs, while I am a full-time nursing student, to make ends meet. These treatments/surgeries are going to be a struggle for us. If you can give anything at all, even just $5 it will go a long way. 6 months later our poor girl had to go in for a second lumpectomy on new lumps that had formed. We decided there has to be more than our poor girl going into surgeries every 6 months for tumors. We decided to get a second opinion. And now we are where we are. Whiskey needs a full mastectomy on her right side.
Rango
Rango is a 1-year-old Mountain cur mix in Kent, OH, who needs $2,000 for a total hip replacement.
Kent, OH
I fostered Rango as a puppy with two of his siblings. After two weeks in my care we connected and I could not have him not be a part of our family. Rango lives with me and my family in a house we just bought that has a great back yard perfect for playing in. He is smart and silly and sometimes a little stubborn but is a well loved member of the family. Rango loves to play fetch and go on walks. He is very smart and takes to training and learning new tricks well. He loves to spend time outside playing fetch when the weather is nice. He also loves going for walks at our local trails. Usually we walk a little over two miles when we go. The remainder of his day he spends snoozing on his bed and snuggling with someone in our couch. Raising three kids and affording life on a teachers salary are not easy. A total hip replacement was near impossible to afford but necessary. A second hip replacement is unimaginable. Having Rango to 100% would allow him to live a long and happy life. Rango has a birth defect that affects his hips and his right front paw. The front paw isn’t a problem but the hips are. We already have had his right rear hip replaced. A procedure that costed eight thousand dollars all together. We actually had to add the debt to our home sale to be able to pay it. He also needs the other hip replaced. We simply cannot afford this surgery. Rango and I are bonded. My wife tells me we both give her the same facial expressions when she’s talking. Rango is very smart. He understands directions even when he sometimes chooses to try and not follow them. He seems to always know when I need reassurance and is always there for me. He loves to play and is constantly being silly.
Kaylee Buttons
Kaylee Buttons is a 8-year-old Bernese/aussie mix in CUYAHOGA FLS, OH, who needs $2,000 for oxygen, Iv fluids, antibiotics .
CUYAHOGA FLS, OH
I rescued Kaylee Buttons 5 years ago from upper peninsula Michigan. She was from a hoarding case and at their local shelter. I call her Kaylee Buttons because she is as cute as a button! She has always been everyone's favorite dog. Because she is so shy of people, when she accepts you into her circle of trust, it means so much! She is patient, sweet, kind, and gentle. Kaylee has a big younger brother, Fezzik and two cat siblings; Chester and George Hamilton. She is either cuddled with one of her brothers, or "melting" off of the couch. When she is excited she has this happy aussie bounce she does and a huge smile. She enjoys sitting in the nearby park streams and letting the water run over her. Due to Covid, and out of my normal job, funds have been tight to say the least. I have already drained my savings for the down payment of $3000 and will most likely owe a lot more, closer to $6000 Kaylee went in for a routine dental. In recovery her oxygen levels kept dropping, without oxygen she would drop to the 80s. When it became apparent she couldnt recover on her own we rushed her to Metropolitan Emergency Vet in Coply Ohio. They currently have her in their internal medicine on oxygen, IVs, and antibiotics. We rescued Kaylee when she was three. She had no idea what dog toys were, and would just look at her brother throwing them around, but never would engage. One day I brought home a small chirping bird toy for the cats. Her ears perked up and she ran over, gently picked it up, carried it to her bed and laid it down next to her. for weeks and weeks she would carry that little bird everywhere she went