Ocean State Veterinary Specialists
East Greenwich, RI
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Amor
Amor is a 6 year old American Pit Bull Terrier in Newport, RI, who needs $2,500 for Stomach pump and tremor relaxation.
Newport, RI
I have had Amor since he was 8 weeks old! Born on 7/15/2020, he’s been a part of our family since. He has grown up with my oldest daughter and truly is my son with 4 legs. I don’t know what life would be like if I didn’t have my boy Amor had gotten into the trash with my Frenchie, and they both consumed moldy bread. I had to rush them to the ER at two different times on August 3rd. Amor is the BEST family dog. He greets and treats all children like fragile eggs. He loves to play fight with my other dog. He is truthfully the best boy ever. No bias We are a new military family being stationed 3200 miles away in just 2.5 weeks. We had saved a PCS fund that we had to urgently use for our dogs. No questions asked we got them there and helped promptly. But we are now super stressed and down $2500.
Mozart
Years of Neglect No More
Cranston, RI • Walker's Way Rescue
Mozart was found in a busy city in Rhode Island. Founder called animal control and when they arrived they couldn't believe their eyes. She thought he was dead. The ACO spent 4 hours trying to clean him and when she did she released a knot near his leg and when she did his leg just fell. His leg was so matted it cut off circulation that his leg became necrotic. When he was half shaved he was soaked with urine. This is the worst case of neglect the ACO ever seen. He spent the night at Ocean State Emergency Hospital in East Greenwich, RI. He received blood work tests, antibiotics, fluids, sedated shave down and full body cleaning. Blood work test stated white blood cells elevated and anemic. His back leg was accessed and it will need amputation once infections are cleared. He is currently on pain patch and will not be discharged until we have his doctor has pain management in place. Please consider helping this boy Mozart Augusta. UPDATE: Mozart is home resting and will be seeing a Primary Vet for pain management and leg amputation. He is also losing part of his right foot due to bone corrosion and testing for possible cancer. 8/4/26 Update: More care needed As time goes on and the more and more diagnostics are done to Mozart we are finding a very bad past. His front paw is fractured and needs a baby toe amputated as well as his leg. He has what appeared as a broken tail but that has healed at a right angle. Despite his trauma he is loving the attention of kindness. We have a lot more work to do for him.
Cosmo
Cosmo is a 16 year old American Shorthair in Cranston, RI, who needs $10,000 for Echocardiogram, Diagnosis at ER , and Meds.
Cranston, RI
Back in 2009, I was 6 years old when Cosmo came into our lives. My dad's friend found a litter of kittens behind a building at his workplace and started giving away the kittens. The friend decided to gift Cosmo to my dad, and I remember my dad coming home one day with a baby kitten. My mom was the one that came up with the name, it comes from the cartoon The Fairy Odd Parents. We initially brought Cosmo into PetMedic Hospital because he had stopped eating for 5 days and was throwing up. They gave him fluids and anti-nausea meds hoping that it would help. We brought him in again because he started to breathe heavily with the same symptoms. They then gave him IV fluids (which is why part of his arm is shaved) and meds to get his breathing under controlled I love Cosmo so much, he means everything to me. I know he's an older cat, but I just hate to see him suffering. He's a beautiful lap cat and he loves to watch soap operas while laying on my lap. He follows me around the house and loves to meow a lot. Whenever I come home, he's always at the entrance waiting for me while shaking his tail as if to greet me. He's been my little companion for years I just graduated from college last year and I am in the army national guard and will be shipped out in September for basic training. In the mean time I have been doing a part time at a preschool. I'm worried about his breathing and I want to take him to the ER. Thank you ❤️
Molly
Molly is a 2 month old Mix-Breed in Brooklyn, CT, who needs $3,500 for Labs, X-ray, Antibiotics, Fluid, and Oxygen.
Brooklyn, CT
Molly was rescued Saturday She was born March 5 th she came home and it so sweet 2.2 lbs, last night she just seemed off tired lethargic I brought her to vet she then went to ocean state She has a fever pneumonia dehydration at 1.9 lbs She is having issues breathing I just lost my 4 mth old 2 mths ago and the day after my 10 year old, I need help to save her I just got her Saturday so sweet today this morning so lethargic She is at ocean state vet hospital in east Greenwich RI She has pneumonia but I got a call the antibiotics don’t seem to be working exp if it’s viral She may need oxygen she is breathing fast You think what is my luck to make you lose 2 animals back to back now another sick My credit is poor and can’t get care credit She is new so sweet I’m so scared something is going to happen and she gets sick It filled part of my hole from clutch and Izzy, it’s crazy how much I cried, I think about them daily But exhausted my funds I have to give them 1960 I really didn’t have there is my mortgage From my other two pets charges and ashes im left very short She is so sweet I just can’t lose her, I hold her and feel so much comfort and would appreciate any help
Pete
Pete is a 8 year old American Shorthair in Sterling, CT, who needs $3,200 for Emergency Asthma Treatment.
Sterling, CT
I got Pete as a rescue from Pawswatch in RI during Covid in 2020, after my previous cat (who was 20!) unfortunately passed away. He was two years old when I got him and had endured a major injury to the top of his head, which left him with a scar by his ear. We heard a noise and Pete was on his side, heavily panting and salivating/not moving and had soiled without control. We grabbed him and rushed to the closest emergency vet (8pm on a Sunday) which was ocean state veterinary specialists in East Greenwich, RI, where he has been in an oxygen chamber, as it was determined he has asthma and had a major attack. Right now the bill is well over $3000. Pete is about as sweet as it gets when it comes to cats. He is more like a dog at times - likes to greet you at the door and seemingly wags his tail when excited. He likes belly rubs and tucking up close against his people. He’s also very chatty and often responds if you talk to him. As a kindergarten teacher, he has also become a beloved part of my classroom family, as all my kids know him. I am a teacher and in the process of trying to save for a house. This vet bill is going to be a fairly big chunk of my yearly salary. Right now I’m expecting the cost to be somewhere around 4-5k. Having just lost my dad on May 15, having my boy healthy means the world.
Daisy Mae
Daisy Mae is a 2 year old Beagle in West Greenwich, RI, who needs $5,000 for Shunt Surgery.
West Greenwich, RI
I got Daisy Mae when she was about 3 months old, She has been the light of my life for 2 years now and right now we live in a home with my daughter, husband, Daisy & Shadow. My daughter is 7 months old currently and her and Daisy are the best of buddies. We want to keep it that way. She has a condition called, Arteriovenous Fistula. She needs surgery to put a stent in. She has liver issues with this diagnosis. We are looking to get help with costs. We were estimated anywehere from 7-13 thousand. We have to pay it before she can have the surgery. We are currently waiting to hear back from 2 places we were referred to so she can get the surgery. Anything helps! She is just a little bundle of joy to our family. She has her own little personality and lovesss to howl. Her favorite thing to do with Dad is run around the house or yard while barking, favorite thing to do with Mom and her sister is cuddle, and lastly she loves to chase her 4 legged cat friend We learned about this diagnosis about 9 months ago and the vet said she would eventually need surgery but we didnt think it would be this soon. It is alot of money that we just dont have.
Lola
Lola is a 2 year old American Pit Bull Terrier in Sterling , CT, who needs $6,000 for Bowel Obstruction Repair Surgery.
Sterling, CT
Help Save Lola – Our Rescue, Our Family, Lola came into our lives after surviving an abusive home. She had no vet care, no safety, and no idea what it meant to be truly loved—until she found us. From the moment she joined our family a year ago, Lola became everything a dog should be: loving, playful, gentle, and fiercely loyal. She is especially my son’s best friend. They are inseparable. Lola ingested a sock, which has been confirmed by a veterinarian through diagnostic imaging to be a linear foreign body obstruction. A linear blockage occurs when a long object (such as a sock, string, or fabric) becomes lodged in the gastrointestinal tract. Unlike a single object, it can anchor in one area while the intestines continue to move, causing them to bunch, fold, or tear. From the moment she joined our family a year ago, Lola became everything a dog should be: loving, playful, gentle, and fiercely loyal. She is especially my son’s best friend. They are inseparable. She is his comfort, his laughter, and his constant companion. Lola came to us shortly after we had to say goodbye to our English Mastiff, who crossed the rainbow bridge at 14 years old. Lola saved us to This was completely unexpected. We just went through an emergency surgery for our cat due to ingesting plant material, which drained our savings. Now, facing the same type of emergency with Lola so suddenly has put us in a financial crisis we were not prepared for.
Leon Tigs III
Leon Tigs III is a 12 year old Mix-Breed who needs $2,500 for Chemotherapy Pills, Bloodwork, Consults w/ Vet
Narragansett, RI
I rescued Leon Tigs III 12 years ago from an out of state animal shelter. I'll never forget that moment when we connected. They had named him Tigs. He was different then the others! He was alert, spunky and soo persistent. "Let Me-Owt!” When we were on our way home, Kings of Leon was on the radio. My little Royal's name would be Leon Tigs III. We ventured home to RI together. We had been so happy together until Xmas 2025, when we discovered that Leon had advanced stage multiple myeloma, a rare cat cancer. He was deteriorating by the day with heart viscosity and moderate/severe anemia which involves extreme difficulty breathing. During Christmas week alone I spent $2,500! They were finally able to administer a chemo pill to him at Oceanstate ER. And, it's working! My baby, my 'emotional support animal', Leon who is now in his own medical journey has stood by his mom's side through her own medical journey since 2013. I suffer from genetic rare chronic illnesses and little Leon is my best friend. Leon loves politics and is especially attentive to Breaking News on tv. He loves sunbathing on the deck, boxes of all sizes, jazz music, tuna, and cheese! Leon has made light years of progress in 7 weeks time on a chemo pill & corticosteroid. A miracle considering euthanasia was considered in December. I am overwhelmed with his medical bills on top of my medical bills. Treating Leon's cat cancer this year will be expensive!
Ares
Ares is a 1 year old American Pit Bull Terrier in Fall River, MA, who needs $7,000 for Obstruction Removal.
Fall River, MA
Ares lives and a loving home with his mom, grandma, 2 aunts (human), and his 2 sisters (dogs). All in which he absolutely loves and adores. He loves to play at home along with go out with mom for outing and to daycare. Ares is currently at Ocean State Animal Hospital in need of surgery. Ares unfortunately has an obstruction that has made him sick and now needs surgery to remove it. This is Ares. Ares is a sweet boy that is quick to steal anyone's heart with his crystal blue eyes and outgoing tail wags to greet you. Anyone that meets him loves him, so they say. He is an eye stopper and heart throbber. I work a full time job and unfortunately just do not have enough money to pay for this bill in full. I am hoping to receive some help to get my sweet boy to live.
Kernel Cheddar
Kernel Cheddar is a 3 year old Mix-Breed in Warwick , RI, who needs $5,600 for TPLO Surgery (Left Hind Limb).
Warwick, RI
From a stray in Texas to a hoarding situation in Tiverton, RI to Potter League Rescue, Cheddar found his way into our hearts. We adopted him knowing he was heart worm positive and got him through his treatments. He successfully beat heart worm and, other than allergies, he's been a healthy boy. Cytopoint injections keep his allergies at bay though those are expensive, now he needs surgery. Cheddar tore his ACL on the left side. We are hoping to get the full TPLO surgery to fix it completely before the Right side is affected due to the extra wear. Ocean State Veterinary Specialists Surgical specialty will be handling the surgery. Currently he's scheduled with Dr. Coronado, but if we have to push out the surgery due to $$ it might change, which is ok but I don't want our pup to wait. Cheddar keeps our family feeling safe and warm. His best bud is our cat, Lucipurr who he plays with and cuddles with. He tolerates our toy poodle who only recently decided he's ok after 2 years. He is scared of people who are scared of him and has a big scary bark but, other than at the vets, I have not seen him try to bite. He's quite gentle and mainly loves cuddling. I recently became disabled.I still work as much as I can, but I'm not able to do a full 40 hr week or do side jobs like I used to do. My family has already spent a lot to help with my accessibility and medical needs. Relieving Cheddar's pain is my goal, He deserves it.
Maya
Maya is a 5 year old American Staffordshire Terrier in Woonsocket , RI, who needs $7,000 for Twisted Intestine and Blockage.
Woonsocket, RI
Hi My name is Maya and I’m hoping to get some donations for my surgery. I have a twisted intestine from some type of ball I chewed. My Parents don’t have the funds to take care of my surgery and they don’t want to put down. I’m still young and I have my frenchie brother Rolex at home waiting on me to come home along with my other furry siblings simba and mookie. Please help Looking to help pay for $12,000 surgery and hospital care. I’m at Ocean State veterinary specialist in East Greenwich on south county trail. The smallest amount would very much appreciated to save my girl. I have have my furry brother Rolex who I love to play tug of war with and also chase the ball. I love my human family and would love to get better and go home to them. I’m living on a fixed income and can’t afford this amount of money. I gave my last $1800 to her primary Vet to see why she was throwing up. My furry friend is like my child and I would hate to lose her.
Nekko
Nekko is a 10 Month Old Mix-Breed in Cranston, RI, Who Needs $6,000 for Urethra Prolapse.
Cranston, RI
Neeko was 3 months when I got him, he was on his way to the dog pound and I told the old owner that I would take him, please don't bring him there please So NEEKO needs a very important emergency surgery because he has a urethra prolapse. The surgery is 6000.00 and there are no payment plans for this. He's all I've got. Neeko is literally my son, thats my lil mans without this surgery he'll die, he's only 10 months and has been the best thing to happen to our family. I don't have 6 thousand dollars just hanging around i could do anything with a payment plan, in his case there isn't one and I really need help please
Penelope or Baby Kitty
Penelope or Baby Kitty is a 1 year old American Shorthair in North Providence, , who needs $2,000 for Surgery.
North Providence
Last august right before the cold weather hit I almost ran over a little kitty trying to cross the road. This baby was way too young to be roaming the streets away from its mom. I spent 30 minutes getting her to trust me so i could take her home. My son immediately fell in love and named her Penelope and shes been part of the family since. Baby kitty is a terror, and she likes to chew up wires 😢 she has chee through every alexa in the house, 2 different macbook chargers and all our phone chargers. Ive been doing my best to get her to stop doing this but unfortunately shes swallowed something that is now stuck in her digestive tract and she will need surgery. She is just a precious baby who almost met her fate under my car tires but instead i was able to see her as small as she was, brought her home to give her a wonderful life. My mother has grown close to her, my son adores her, and I cant give up on her now. She deserves to live. I am a single mother and have no means of paying for this, my mother is on disability, and is living with me amid the housing shortage. It would mean the world to me if my community could help us with this situation as this kitty means so much to my mother and son.
Eli
Eli is a 10 month old Maine Coon in North Providence, RI, who needs $2,000 for Surgery on Stomach.
North Providence, RI
My beautiful Eli swallowed a small piece of foam and had to have surgery. The veterinary hospital gave me a low figure and a high figure for final cost. I almost threw up. Just when the worst day of my life is happening, I also had to worry if I could afford to save him! My precious little lion came home today. The bill was paid, but now I am strapped with paying a bill that I can't afford. Help Eli was brought to Ocean State Veterinary Services in East Greenwich, RI. He was put on iv fluids immediately. Bloodwork and xrays were taken followed by an ultrasound. The discovery of the blockage was made and surgery was scheduled. Eli is the sweetest little lion. He loves to snuggle with me. He is so cute when he throws his head back and waits for my kisses. All of the vet techs at the hospital wanted to take him home. He was so loveable even going through the pain that he endured. He is simply my baby. I would have been devastated and lost if Eli had passed. It makes me ill to even think of losing him. I love him so much. I am a teacher, therefore, I do not make a lot of money. My husband and I recently separated and this veterinary bill is my responsibility. Since all of the bills are my responsibility now, I desperately need help.
Nicky
Nicky is a 8 year old Mix-Breed in Johnston, RI, who needs $2,000 for Hospitalization and Medications.
Johnston, RI
He was rehomed approximately 2 weeks ago because his previous owner passed and during that time he was with her during her passing. He has been grieving ever since and his health has gradually declined even while adjusting to a new home. And shows signs and motivation to want to keep living. He presents with low grade kidney dysfunction, thyroid abnormalities and worst of all gastroenteritis with a hiatal hernia which has currently flared up and is possibly pending surgery if he continues to with vomiting and not eating witb severe dehydration. He is currently being treated by Ocean State Veterinary Specialist. He is a sweet loving boy, who loves to cuddle and loves head scratches with ear massages at times even flopping over to get some belly rubs too. Even though he has been grieving he has brought a light into our home showing resilience even through his health problems that we've been trying to keep up with. Currently I've been laid off of work and Im barely making it with unemployment and working doordash just to pay his medical bills. I no longer can continue to get in debt because I've run out of money to help him, the vet costs are more than what I can earn.
Oreo
Oreo is a 2 month old Mix-Breed in Woonsocket, RI, who needs $2,000 for MRI, Exams, and Medication.
Woonsocket, RI
We found her mother in the dead of winter outside crying for anybody who would listen, took her in to warm up and a week late she start growing a belly, momma ended up having 5 baby’s and she was number 3. As soon as I seen her I knew she was going to be ours. She appears to have brain damage of some sort. That’s how they are treating her atleast. she is at ocean state veterinary hospital in east greenich Rhode Island while she recovers. She’s the sweetest little baby, so gentle, and dainty. So playful with my kids and elder cats loves her toy mice. Running up and down my house keeping us on our toes. I am working two jobs trying survive, times are tough and wasn’t expecting a vet bill that is more than 2x my rent.. I am doing everything in my power to bring Oreo home! Please help! Even just a share means a lot!
Minnie Mae
Minnie Mae is a 5 year old Dachshund in Portsmouth , RI, who needs $2,000 for IVDD Surgery, Hypocalcemia Bloodwork, Internal Med.
Portsmouth, RI
Minnie Mae came into our lives when my daughter, Emma, wanted me to have a mini dachshund again. She knew how much I loved my childhood dachshund and one as an adult. My husband gave me adorable Minnie and she has been spoiled with love ever since. She came during the perfect time, when the world needed a distraction from Covid. She kept our minds focused as our Emma battled her own health crisis A few weeks ago, Minnie was sound asleep in her favorite deep seated chair. Someone came to the door and she jumped out. My daughter heard a loud snap sound. Minnie appeared to be in pain, so we brought her in to Caldwell vet. After a transport to Baystate ER care, then to a sister site at Ocean State Vet, she required emergency surgery for a ruptured disc. She is now sadly paralyzed.. Minnie Mae is our goofball. She had never known a day without fun. She had to be the first one out of the door, to run around the backyard, playfully barking and expressing her excitement always. We are all devastated by this. We are emotionally and physically drained. We are so sad that we can’t rewind time and get rid of the chair. She was walking before the vet, so that has equally been hard. With the decision of homeschooling, came with the decision to not go out to restaurants, keep the budget tight, drive older cars, and live as simply as possible. We have put approx $12,000 on credit cards to save Minnie’s life. She also requires ongoing treatments.
Popcorn
Popcorn is a 3 year old Guinea pig in Barrington, RI, who needs $2,000 for Gastric Surgery.
Barrington, RI
Hello my name is Elizabeth and my guinea popcorn is a very well loved member of our family. We have adopted popcorn(poppy) two years ago from a pet store we seen him looking in on to the other little guinea pigs and he was all alone we instantly fell in love with him. He is now facing illness and may need surgery in which we may not be able fully afford we do not want to love our baby. Please help Hello my wonderful Guinea pig popcorn who we love so much. He has been eating but notdrinking less and not passing stool well or urnation well either. We have taken popcorn to his local vet yesterday and they have seen in his X-ray that he has has in his stomach and twisted gastric that will need surgery or if we can't afford the surgery euthization. We do not want this for him he is loved. Popcorn is s wonderful happy sweet guinea pig he love carrots and grapes and his hay and grain and some green. He loves to run around and be silly we adore him and so does his brother biscuit in which loves him so much and will miss him dearly. Unfortunately I'm faces with financial burden I'm currently on section 8 rental assistance and snap food assistance and can not work properly because my child health issues that arrived this year as well give me limited fund to help my wonderful pet for their medical needs.
Nico
Nico is a 4 year old Dachshund in Warwick, RI, who needs $2,000 for Hemilaminectomy.
Warwick, RI
Nico is my rainbow baby. I’ve had him for almost his whole life. Within these last 4 years he’s helped me find myself again. He’s my best friend and the reason i get up and go to work every day. He gives me all the love and motivation a person could need. Without him I don’t know what I’d do with myself. Nico has a herniated disk in his back and requires surgery to walk again. The hospital says he has a 75% chance right now if we go through with the surgery as soon as possible. All he does is show love. He’s always so happy and playful. Running around and giving kisses and always being the life of the room. Hes always wanting to play and be pet and is such a mommas boy. He has the best energy and is always making the people around him laugh and smile with his quirks and antics This is definitely a sudden major event that I didn’t have the expenses put aside for. Life has thrown every obstacle at me possible. I’m just trying to stay afloat right now and I’ve been doing it all for Nico.
Bailey
Bailey is a 11 year old Redbone Coonhound in North Kingstown , RI, who needs $375 for Internal Medicine Consult and Ultrasound.
North Kingstown, RI
Bailey came into my life when I adopted her 3 years ago from the RISPCA. She had 4 previous families prior to me adopting her. None were a good fit and according to records some were abusive. She’s had a tough life but has been cared for and LOVED for the past 3 years at least. She is my best friend. Bailey has lost half of her body weight over the past year and after multiple visits to the SPCA Animal Health Center, 2 rounds of bloodwork, and a round of antibiotics they still can’t figure out what is causing her issue. She goes for an Ultrasound at Ocean State Veterinary Hospital on January 22nd. Unfortunately that will absolutely tap me out financially. Bailey is truly special in the sense that we both helped each other through a tough time. I adopted her just after I lost my mother to pancreatic cancer, my father to complications of Alzheimer’s and COVID-19, and had to put my pug down due to old age all in the same year. After adopting Bailey I became disabled. Combination of physical and emotional medical issues that I deal with on a daily basis. Due to that, I am on SSDI which is obviously a fixed income and I have maxed out what credit I have.
Teddy
Teddy is a 2010 year old Mix-Breed in Harrisville, , who needs $2,000 for Ortho Surgery Hip Replacement.
Harrisville
After my grandmother passed away we got ted he's fun and very ❤️loving he's a very important part of the family interacts very well with people if you could please help us!! A few weeks ago teddy was injured and hurt his leg pretty bad torn ligaments etc he needs surgery badly total hip replacement surgery which costs around 4,000 dollars please if you have it in your heart even a small amount so we can reach our goal thank you!! Ted is fun and loving and our family adores him and is great with children we need help to get ted the surgery he needs please consider donating to a great cause!! As you are aware it's a bad time of year for many around the holidays this was very unexpected we need as much help as possible to reach our goal thank you in advance!!
Ivar
Ivar is a 1 year old Rottweiler in Somerset, MA, who needs $2,000 for Hernia Surgery.
Somerset, MA
Ivar is a 1 year old boy that lives in the suburbs with a very big family. He is the youngest of a litter of 7 which is the first and last litter of puppies for his mommy. Along with Ivar mom he lives our little dog myself my husband and our 2 sons. Ivar has had his challenges since birth but has always been very happy energetic and full of life. Ivar was born October 23rd 2023 he was the last and smallest born. He was born with an umbilical hernia which was repaired by Swansea Vet at 6 months. He recently got sick we brought him to Ocean State Veterinary Hospital and they discovered he had another very large internal hernia. His intestines are pushing up into his abdomen and obstructing his other organs causing complications. Please help. Ivar was born with some minor issues. So he got his name from the history of Vikings. He is named after a Viking that was born unable to walk but became a great warrior and a king. Even though our Ivar was the smallest and had a couple Issues it never stopped him from being a happy energetic boy. He could run around our yard playing fetch with my son for hours. He is our puppy Viking warrior king My husband and I both work but we don’t make much money. Giving the high expense the economy is today we struggle. Our puppy is only 1 he has so much more life to live and run around and play with his mom and cuddle with our family. He isn’t just a pet he is our loved child
Lollie
Lollie is a 10 year old Poodle in East Greenwich, RI, who needs $2,000 for Cancer Vaccine for Melanoma.
East Greenwich, RI
Lollie is puppy mill survivor rescued from a kill shelter in Arkansas. I saw her on Petfinder over10 yrs ago and fell in love. Her foster named her. I adopted Lollie and had her transported to RI when she was 8 wks old. My Dal mix, Maddie, took her under wing and the first lesson was how to do a perimeter. They became best friends. Lollie became alpha and still orders the bigger dogs around. I just lost Maddie. She was 17. The next month, Lollie had the cancer diagnosis. She had a toe tumor. It took a month to see the surgeon for a consult. Lollie was limping and clearly hurting. Dr. David Sweet at Ocean State Veterinary Services in East Greenwich, RI, amputated her toe and removed and biopsied a lymph node and tumor. It was Melanoma, but had not spread yet. I called oncology. Lollie, 26 lbs, once launched herself into the air and scolded a larger dog that had lunged at me. She and Maddie would squeeze into my mom's hospital bed when mom was on hospice. They would not be kept from her. Whether sleeping on her back or trying to look innocent after eating something she shouldn't when said item is clearly in her beard, she makes me laugh. Her tail never stops wagging. Oncologist Caleb Alexander, at OSVS, thinks Lollie should have a cancer vaccine that could extend her life. It's a series of 4 vaccines and a booster. The cost is $1500 per vaccine. Without this treatment, the cancer will spread. I took out $6000 in loans to cover the surgery, funds are now needed for cancer treatment.
Blu
Blu is a 1 year old Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog in Providence , RI, who needs $2,000 for Possibly Intestinal Blockage Surgery.
Providence, RI
Blu was born at a farm in RI the owner gave him away to my brother in-law who knew we were looking to adopt. He gave my kids Blu. He was approximately 3-4 months old when we got him and we immediately fell in love with him. He is the sweetest, so gentle and loves tummy rubs. Blu is extremely loving and loves his humans. Everyone who meets him adores him. Blu unexpectedly woke up sick. We took him to the vet where he appears to have ingested something causing possible perforation that has caused guild build up. We were barely able to afford the visit and test and now transferred to another hospital where he will be kept for observation. The surgery he might have will cost 8,000 plus hospital stay. We are begging for any help. Blu always makes sure the kids are safe, he is playful and loves outside. He gives paw and sits but is hard of hearing. He shows love by placing paw on our hands promoting us to give him tummy rubs or physical touch. Every morning he wakes up at 5am and greets us then goes outside potty. He does very well at home while his humans are away. He loves doggy ice cream ♥️ This has been a very unexpected situation and we have exhausted funds at initial visit and secondary hospital where he is being observed for the night. It will mean the world for us, my children if we could have some help. God bless you all for your help.
Wesson
Wesson is a 10 year old Mix-Breed in Riverside, RI, who needs $2,000 for Chemotherapy.
Riverside, RI
I met Wesson 6 years ago, as a rescue she was very thin after having and weening off a litter of 6 since then she’s spent her life getting the best foods, meeting new friends, exploring almost every state on the east coast, and always being up for the next adventure, she lives people more then almost anything and brings a smile to everybody’s face she meets, she is loved by so many! Recently after numerous tests and speaking g with the oncologist at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists we were told that our little girl has cancer that is effecting her lymph nodes, although she’s still very much normal on the outside we know that she doesn’t have a lot of time without treatment, and we aren’t ready to say goodbye anytime soon. Wesson meets any person and automatically becomes that persons favorite dog! She has a way about her that is so caring yet playful and just wants to be involved when she sees other people having a good time! She can convince anyone to sneak her bites under the table and gives the best kisses all over your face, she has an amazing talent of high fives and ability to catch treats! After a huge unexpected expense of having nowhere to live and with many animals under my care(some needing daily meds) I have depleted my emergency funds In the home buying process and could not have seen this big surprise coming, any help would mean the world to us.
Minnie
Minnie is a 5 year old Mix-Breed in Pawt, RI, who needs $800 for Abscess Drainage and Testing.
Pawt, RI
Minnie was brought to me with her 4 siblings at 7days old mom was a stray and took off and never came back. She doesn't grow or gain weight and now she has a lump under her arm and needs hospital care. Lump under are and not thriving. She was the tiniest of the litter and she doesn't seem to grow or gain weight and now has a lump under her arm which they said it's a abscess that needs to be drained I'm trying to get her better so I can bring her into my family. She's such a great little girl with love I can see her living to be a big girl and a healthy life I'm a single mom with 3 kids 2 are adopted and I'm the only one working. I took the kittens in to get the ready for special families and this took me out of surprise that 2 out of the 4 kittens turned out to have medical issues which right now I don't have the income provide
Lexie
Lexie is a 6 month old White English Bulldog in Johnston, RI, who needs $2,000 for Antibiotics, Nutritional Support, Fluid Therapy.
Johnston, RI
My mom bought Lexie from a family friend who is a breeder. She was a late Christmas present. We live with my parents as I am only 19 and in college. She has been healthy since the day we got her. She never even threw up before she got sick. Lexie is currently being treated at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists. She has been diagnosed with Leptospirosis which can be fatal. Her kidney levels were low and her liver levels were high. We were told she would only need to stay for 3 nights but they have told us that she probably needs to stay longer. We were also told that we had to take our other 2 dogs because the disease is contagious. Lexie came into our lives 2 months before my 11-year-old Yorkie passed. She has helped us heal our hearts and is attentive to our emotions. She knows when we're sad and cuddles when we need it. This is not to say that she isn't a playful puppy. She loves her toys, cleans up the mess she makes, and puts them back in the toy bin. She is a light in our dark life. This is a huge expense to us. We are a family of 9 and have our 2 older dogs. My younger siblings are in sports all year round and that gets expensive. We also provide for my paralyzed uncle. We are busy and don't have the funds to pay for more than 3 nights.
Mr Popo
Mr Popo is a 11 month old Maine Coon in Providence , RI, who needs $2,000 for Ruptured Abscess.
Providence, RI
My cat was given to me by my boyfriend‘s brother when he was just a couple of months I have pictures and everything he was the cutest little man coon, and we’ve just been raising him me and my boyfriend and my son as our own and I just don’t know I would do it without him my little Popo Yesterday I noticed that my cat had a big hole on the side of his body near his backside and his legs, and I immediately took him to the emergency where they said that he had an abscess that had ruptured or he was injured and so he stitches and he needs his causes changed at least three times before he gets his initial stitches and I have to pay He loves hiding under the blankets it is the cutest thing everytime I make the bed and I dust my sheets he always runs underneath lol he is really my heart So right now our financial status is not really great right now. There’s only one income in the household, and that income only provides for rent and utilities. We don’t even make enough for animal medical
Bandit
Bandit is a 6 year old Ferret in Pawtucket, RI, who needs $2,000 for Tests, Ultrasound, and Possible Surgery.
Pawtucket, RI
Bandit is a rescue! Came from a past not treated or fed well. He came home with us and has stuck by my side since, he has brothers and sisters here who are also rescues. Bandit comes to me to be held, tucked in and before he has a seizure. I’ve done my best to help him like he has helped me, but we need more help. He is hurting and I can’t do more than what I have. Bandit currently has insulinoma. In the past, his owners fed him Cheerios and sugar. That definitely caught up to him. He is currently on prednisone but needs an ultrasound and more tests. He has stuck by my side since I rescued him. He puts his paw on my foot whenever he wants my attention. He comes to me for help and there is only so much I can do. I am currently looking for help with vet bills and that’s it. We have everything else needed. I am currently on disability. I’m going down hill and doing my best to keep my rescues as happy and healthy as possible without worrying about them elsewhere. He needs more time at the vets and I can not currently afford all these visits.
Jade
Jade is a 9 year old Pomeranian in Charlestown, RI, who needs $1,000 for Oncology Consultation, Ultrasound, and X-ray.
Charlestown, RI
In December 2022, we had to put down our beloved Chihuahua (Cooper) after a sudden illness. After four months, we wanted to honor Cooper by adopting another dog. We adopted Jade on April 25, 2023 from Paws Rescue League in Connecticut. Jade was surrendered by her owner in TN. She now lives in Rhode Island and loves her fur sister and human sister. There was a bump under Jade's armpit. Our vet, Atlantic Animal Clinic thought it was a cyst. On May 8th, Jade had surgery and the lump is an aggressive cancer. We now need to see an oncologist to see if the cancer has spread. To do so, we need a consultation, ultrasound and x-rays. Jade was great addition to our family. We were grieving over the loss of our dog Cooper and Jade brought the joy back into our hearts. We have a 13 year old lab who adores Jade and made her feel right at home. My daughter is 7 and experienced losing Cooper and I am hoping she won't have to lose Jade as well. We only have one income at this time and the cost of the surgery was more than we expected. Our family is devastated over this unexpected cancer diagnosis. We only need help with finding out if the cancer has spread.
Ziggy
Ziggy is a 8 year old Mix-Breed in Pawtucket, RI, who needs $2,000 for Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
Pawtucket, RI • Ten Lives Cat Rescue
8-year-old Ziggy was surrendered to Ten Lives Cat Rescue after his guardian was diagnosed with cancer and could no longer care for him. He is currently in a foster home while he prepares for adoption, including receiving care for diabetes. On Monday evening (5/13), Ziggy appeared low energy and only ate part of his dinner. He was otherwise fine and monitored closely overnight by his foster parents. The following day (5/14), Ziggy vomited multiple times and collapsed while walking towards his foster parents. He was rushed to Ocean State Veterinary Specialists where he was diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hospitalized. Ziggy is an outgoing and curious feline who has never met a stranger. He has a big personality and has so much love to give. Ziggy loves snuggling with his foster parents. When he's around, you feel like you're his favorite person. Ten Lives Cat Rescue is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization located in Rhode Island. Our foster-based rescue is 100% volunteer-powered and community-supported.
Simba
Simba is a 2 year old Mix-Breed in Providence , RI, who needs $2,000 for Diagnosis and Treatment.
Providence, RI
My kids and I rescued him and his sister from an abusing home we have grown to love them both and decided to keep them And now he is very sick and I can’t get approved for a loan to help him Simba has been throwing up clear since yesterday he will not eat or drink anything he just started throwing up blood I reached out to ocean state veterinary and they suspect it will cost a lot and will not see or treat him until I figure it out Simba has been a huge part of my children and my self life he and his sister are extremely loved by the whole house He is even amazing with my new baby I have been struggling While I was 6 months pregnant with my baby my appendix ruptured and I had to have emergency surgery then when I went into labor I had to have an emergency c section I have been trying to get back on my feet but it’s been hard I have depleted all fund
Charlie
Charlie is a 3 year old Mix-Breed in Coventry, RI, who needs $2,000 for Ultrasound, Diagnosis, and Treatment.
Coventry, RI
Hi, I received Charlie as soon as he was old enough to get taken away from his mother he was just a baby kitten he was a gift for my son because he had gotten all good grades and it was going on to the next grade the following school year. The name Charlie just fit him we couldn't think of another name he just looked like a Charles. Charlie is currently admitted to ocean state vet, and needs further care is such as imaging and more testing to diagnose what is wrong with him and they will not move forward until I come I have a deposit but without the care he will not survive. Charlie's usually a big lovable furball he loves everybody he does not give you an option not to love him when you come into the home he greets you and he will sit right on your lap he's so I think he thinks he's human he is my fur baby. We have a son in the house and his girlfriend and they are both very lost without him being here grab meowing and looking for him everywhere he is heartbreaking I am a single mom and state assistance awaiting SSI I have zero income and I just can't imagine my life without Charlie in it and I can't imagine having to break that news to my son we just want to Charlie home because that's the same without him.
Tobie
Tobie is a 3 year old Chihuahua in Fall River, MA, who needs $2,000 for Diagnosis and Treatment.
Fall River, MA
Tobie is my baby lindo, also he is my emotional support animal I got him from a friend when he was 5 weeks old.he is the most lovable dog he is my son Tobie has a upper respiratory infection has been on 3 different antibiotics hes been seen at 3 different emergency vets, he's been sick now since being of December 2023 been almost 5 months hes having trouble breathing and sleeping please help my baby please he may need surgery Tobie is a spoiled baby he has tons of toys,clothes always fed loves to go for walks I love when I kiss him in the morning and he growls at me he is the most lovable dog you can have in your life big ole cuddle monster his favorite friend is grandpa...he brings so much joy to me I could live without him I am on a fixed income, I am also disabled tobie is my life he's my support animal my son and my companion, I would give anything for him just to feel better and be his playful lovable self again...please help me godbless
VINNY
VINNY is a 12-year-old Short Hair Cat in Fall River, MA, who needs $2,000 for Blood Work, Imaging, and Dental Work.
fall river, MA
Vinny was a kitty I kept from a stray momma I found on the streets. She had the cats in the basement and I kept Vinny. Due to a lot of issues with my family I hd to move multiple times one of them my dads house and they do not like cats so Vinny had to stay behind with my mom. Few months later I found out that Vinny was taken to a shelter and even thought I was only 18 I moved and he has been with Vinny is my baby, he can be a little territorial but he is my spoiled baby. He us nit a kitty anymore but his personality and the way he behaves is like a young cat. He is an inside cat and I rescued Lavender (girl kitty) so he is not alone plus I am a cat lover. Vinny is my child and he acts as such, he sleeps with me and is always next to me when at the house. He is just a little moody (like me) and sometimes he shows it when people come over and get all over him but he has always been that way since he was a baby. Vinny has a crooked tail (was never hurt or anything like that) he was just born with that so that just makes him even more special. When Vinny was 4-5 weeks old he hid under a blanket in he floor and I stepped on him and we had to resucitate for the last 2 weeks he has not been himself. He doesn't come to the door or chase his snacks. I know he has some dental issues and I promise I have done everything in my power but I believe is causing major problems in his health. I took him to the ER and paid for the visit as I thought something was really wrong with him but was offered blood work and testing that was going to be an xtra 900$ th I have been struggling trying to juggle multiple things at once and I am aware I am not the only one. Someone hit my car and I had to pay out of pocket so that put me in a bad spot. Vinny is my everything we have been through so much together and I do not know what to do.
King
King is a 2-year-old XL-Bully in Pawtucket, RI, who needs $2,000 for Abdomen Surgery.
pawtucket, RI
King and I first met when my friends dog had a litter and was trying to find homes for the puppies. First day I took King I knew he was going to be the king of the house because of his strong personality and how he grabbed everyone's attention as he entered a room. I have another dog named Roxy and they got along since day one. King is a very protective dog over the whole household. At home it is me, my mom, King and Roxy and loves everyone at home. He likes going on walks and likes to pause a lot to smell every other dogs stopping area. He mostly likely playing and running around with Roxy in the gated back yard weather its hot or cold outside. King is the only dog I've seen that loves being in the rain. He is very well known in my neighborhood because he barks at everyone walking passed and everyone is always amazed on how beautiful he is. He loves being near me at all times and he will protect his whole family at any time whether sick or healthy. I brought King to the Veterinary Urgent Care Center on 2/15/24. I brought him here because since the beginning of the year I've noticed his belly getting bigger each day(bloated). I noticed he also starting losing muscle mass and it started to look physically draining for him. I got him checked up and bloodwork done but they couldn't tell if the tumor is cancer or not. I work as an independent contractor for an insurance company. I started this career last year in hopes of building my career and personal life. This job doesn't pay consistently and King's operation will cost more than I can afford.
Bella
Bella is a 11-year-old Domestic Shorthair Cat in Fall River, MA, who needs $2,000 for Radioactive Iodine Therapy.
Fall River, MA
Bella came into our lives at a very sad time because I had just miscarried and had no pets at the time and I ended up finding a post on Craigslist for kittens available from a nearby breeder. We went to look at the kittens and the first one who came up to us was Bella she was also the runt of the litter. She came home with us that night at 7 weeks old. Bella sleeps with us every single night she is very attached to my husband and myself she will sleep on us if we are downstairs watching TV. She loves to play fetch with her toys or wrappers! She will meow when she wants her special wet food or will go to the closet door for a treat. She enjoys it being quiet but when she wants to play she will run around and go wild. Bella has a bond with us that I don't think any pet I've had or my husband has had with us she likes to "talk" and be vocal at times and loves kisses and to be held like a baby she loves to be silly and try to fit in small places. She is absolutely afraid of thunder, the vet and car rides. After she uses the litter box she races down the stairs and peels out on the floor which is hilarious. Bella has had a few medical issues with having UTIs in the past and has had to be on a special urinary veterinarian diet since she was 4 years old and has been on antibiotics for it as well. She also has feline asthma which we have an enhaler for her. Recently she has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism at 11 years old and is on Methimazole but we want to do the radioiodine therapy to prolong her life I have recently been out of work to take care of my father in law with recently diagnosed dementia with no help from other family members and my husband is the only one with income right now. For Bella to be healthy again would mean the world to my husband and I. She is our child
Max
Max is a 1-year-old Cat in Providence , RI, who needs $500 for Diagnosis and Treatment.
providence, RI
he was a rescue he had came into my life right when i needed a companion he’s such a lovable cat really boujee but he knows who his mamas are i had got him just when he was 6 weeks old he’s a lovable cat he was very active he loved to roam outside very spontaneous always curious always in your business he likes to be by himself doesn’t like being touched he drinks from the faucet just like i had taught him he rubs against me when he wants something he winks his eyes real low like bedroom eyes so when he does that i call them “my sexy eyes” he is having a urine blockage he hasn’t been eating for the past few days has passed and bowel movements no urination no active can’t hold his head up more than 2 minutes i’m currently struggling financially i have assistance with the state but unfortunately it’s not enough for me to give him the treatment and care he deserves
Bam bam
Bam bam is a 4-year-old Domestic Short Hair Cat in Cranston, RI, who needs $2,000 for Specialist Treatment.
Cranston, RI
Bam bam is a playful young cat who’s captured my heart from the first day I met him. He lives with his non biological sister Daisy. He came from a rough background as well he is a rescue from a dangerous house. Bam bam is always up to play or have fun and cuddle. He’s such a breath of fresh air and has really helped cheer me up through bad situations. Hes the best. He loves meowing and snacks and food. He loves following me everywhere. He loves getting into cabinent and exploring all over the house. Any type of playful ness. He has asthma and is currently being treated at ocean state veterinary center. This is a new problem for him and came on in about October and unfortunately continues. Having bam bam healthy again would mean a lot to me. Hes an important guy to me and a good friend. And has been there for me through low points. He is also bonded with his sister.
Davis
Davis is a 3-year-old Domestic Short Hair Cat in Jamestown, RI, who needs $2,000 for Perineal Urethrostomy.
Jamestown, RI
Hi, my name is Davis. I came to my forever home in September of 2020 when I was able to leave my mom. I was a gift from a friend of my mom, who owned my mom and she accidently got herself pregnant. I love my family so much, even my brother, Scooby the Dog that my family rescued too. I rule the house, I have to inspect everything that comes in the house and I make sure they know I am hungry. I love to spend my day napping in my bread bed, while my Mom works here at home. I also love to play with my dog brother, we love to play chase and hide an seek, which I usually win! I sleep with my human sister at night because she has a lovely spot for me on her bed. I have a love/hate relationship with my dog brother! He thinks I am a dog, but I make sure that he is put in his place! We play in the morning before our naps and then again after dinner. I really love to sleep on my mom's legs when it is close to my breakfast time. I love to talk to my mom, she talks back to me asking all sorts of questions, but I think she doesn't quite understand me sometimes I am currently in the hospital for a urinary blockage. I am not loving it!. My doctor is recommending the Perineal Urethrostomy surgery so that this might not happen again. This is the second time that this has happened to me. I will also be on prescription food for the rest of my life, which I am not looking forward to it, because it won't be tasty. My parents need help because they have already spent almost 4,000 on my care and the surgery estimates are between 3600-5500 dollars. It is a tough time of year for everyone, but they are great people and love me so much.
Dora
Dora is a 7-year-old Maltipoo in Warren, RI, who needs $2,000 for Surgery to Remove Tumor and Right Hind Leg.
Warren, RI
Dora was a gift given to me by my daughter. Dora was born October 4, 2016. I got to pick her out from the liter. She was the perfect pick for me and her Pomeranian brother Toby who also helped with picking her out of liter. Dora is the watch dog of our family. She enjoys sitting on the stairs in the house. She also loves to lay down on my deck and watch the people walking their dogs in our neighborhood. She enjoy eating these treats called good n fun. She understands that she gets only 2 at a time. She will come back for 2nd treat when she is done. We can never run out of these treats that Dora enjoys eating. Dora is my baby. I have been taking care of her since she was 8 weeks old. When Dora was 3 months old she got out the gate and was gone for 3 days. She was lost in the woods. She found her way back to me just before a snowstorm was about to hit. She deserves to live even if she has to live with 3 legs. She is only 7 years old and she doesn't have any other health issues that I am aware of. Dora was diagnosed with an aggressive cancerous tumor on her right hind leg. This came about very suddenly. July 20th Dora got groomed no lump found. July 28 I saw the lump. Dora was seen at vet on August 2nd, diagnoses aggressive cancerous tumor. I was advised to see a oncologist. The specialist scheduled surgery to remove lump and hind leg. 8/22/23. I am retired living on social security. I am 70 years old. The cost is $5000. I need financial help
Poppy June
Poppy June is a 7-month-old Black Lab in Canterbury , CT, who needs $1,500 for Spine/Hip Surgery.
Canterbury, CT
Poppy June the farm pup is approximately 7 months old. She lives with a slew of farm critters including her favorites our emus & cows. She also has 5 human siblings & 4 pup brothers & a pup sister. She came into our lives giving us a glimmer of hope & love after we lost our old man lab to cancer last year. We have been so blessed to have her silly self in our lives. Poppy is like one of those family members that you always complain about because they are stealing your snacks or sitting in your seat, but you couldn’t imagine what life would be like if they were not there. She always greets her two big brothers when they get off the bus after school & snuggles under the covers with her paws out at in her mom & dads bed. Pop’s loves to run around all day outside, chase leaves, play with the goats & cows. She has recently learned to sit. (She’s a bit stubborn). She sits patiently waiting for her big glitter sister feeds her snacks from all her meals & is so gentle with everyone. She is the best couch potato & snuggler. Even if she does take up half the bed by herself because she needs to have her legs stretched out Poppy June was unfortunately hit by a truck a few days ago. Unbeknownst to her mom & dad she had crossed the street & came running back just as a truck came barreling down the road. We don’t fault the driver, but he was certainly driving too fast & had he been driving slower he could have missed her. She has required 2 surgeries & a very expensive multi day stay at the vet hospital. We are a one family income household & like most are feeling our purse strings pulled tighter it seems almost monthly. With the rising costs of her vet fees we are struggling with the financial burden we now have. With having a farm, 5 kids & 4 other pups it’s tough.
Cosmo
Cosmo is a 2-year-old Maine Coon Cat in Rehoboth, MA, who needs $1,890 for Trauma Admission.
Rehoboth, MA
We got our baby Cosmo during the height of COVID-19 lockdown and he brought us so much joy and love. He is our baby. He loves temptations and he is an absolute love bug. He loves with me and my husband and his sister cat Luna and his Brother Pomeranian Sunny. He is a love bug and I hate to see him suffering in agony. I'd do anything to save my baby boy Cosmo like to sleep in the most peculiar places on his back and belly showing with his legs extended. He comes and wakes me up and lays on me and purrs and then I get up and he walks me to his cabinet of treats and foods.Temptations are his favorite. He is so vocal and sweet and cuddly. He loves catnip and his toys I love everything about him. He rubs on me and I love his fluffy tail and the way he walks around flips it in the air. He is so handsome and he loves when I tell him that. He has been a great source of love and healing. for our family. My husband is Iraq war veteran of the Air Force who suffers from PTSD and he has been so healing for our family. He is mostly indoors but he escapes sometimes and unfortunately he did and we live on a busy road and he was hit by a car andmy husband found him in the driveway and he is so much agony. So he was driven to the veterinary specialists in east Greenwich Connecticut. He was giving pain meds and is waiting test and x rays and is most likely going to require pelvic My husband is a disabled veteran with a fixed income. We run a honey bee business but it's out of season so my husband plows so we are in an awkward financial situation at the moment I put 1100 down on my credit card but I need the rest to save my baby's life
Milky
Milky is a 6-year-old Domestic Short Hair in Warwick, NY, who needs $2,000 for Plasma Transfusion Treatment.
Warwick, NY
Milky was born in my sister's closet along with his other siblings. Out of all of the kittens, he was the clumsiest and would always walk into walls or fall into his food bowl even as a wee little one. My sister soon adopted him and I became a cat aunt. My sister since she is a single mom to my niece and is a low-income household but even so she has manage to spoil Milky and love him deeply. He's a big goofball and we often catch him doing strange things, like drinking out of the faucet even if it means he wets his head. He loves to sleep in tents so his bedroom is a mini-tent. He is loyal and loves to wait by the window or door and always howls his head off when you approach. He is the sidekick to my 8YO niece and often you can find him at her feet even in the bathroom. He is just the most gentle and funniest cat. We often joke that he was born with two brain cells but with the biggest heart. He has a habit of stealing socks and bringing them into his mini-tent. He's also a proud dad and currently lives with his daughter cat Salem, whom he dotes on by overgrooming her until she gets annoyed. Milky was diagnosed with diabetes after falling unexpectedly ill within 24 hours. He's been diagnosed with fatty liver syndrome which has caused problems. So far he has received an IV for fluids, a plasma transfusion, and feeding tubes. We hope he recovers and comes home. When he first arrived at the vet he wasn't moving or awake. A day has passed and he is alert and awake so he's a fighter! My sister has a disability (suffering from severe asthma made worse by covid) and is a dedicated stay-at-home mom to her daughter. Because of this, I'm the sole provider and I'm offering to cover 60% of a 7K bill but need assistance to reunite my family with their furbaby.
Alaric
Alaric is a 5-year-old American Pitbull Terrier in Johnston, RI, who needs $2,000 for Splenectomy.
Johnston, RI
Alaric and I have been trying to live our best lives since I adopted him 4 years ago. It’s been a crazy ride with his Babesia treatment and my ailments. But we’ve always had each other. He is my baby boy, my child, my guardian. I can not imagine my life without him especially at such a young age. As much as it bothers me to ask, we need some financial help for his spleen removal surgery. Alaric’s favorite hobbies include bone chewing, ball squeaking, and walks. It doesn’t matter where we walk because he’s always the happiest boy. Most days he sleeps and especially as of late. He has not been himself since he started eating dirt. The dirt stemmed from the anemia which stems from the mass on his spleen. Alaric is a lovable jerk and there’s no other way to put it. He is adored and loved by so many including all the ladies at the groomer. People who have seen our photos say how amazing is ears are. And honestly, they are some of the best bat ears around! He’s still quirky with new people. He’s been enjoying pack walks with his doggy friends for over year. But sadly, he can not participate right now Alaric’s full story is a strange one. He was a doggy blood donor 2 years ago. Upon initial tests he had a clean bill of health. Then his blood started making other dogs sick. His blood work has been part of a study at NCSU since then. Alaric has always been asymptomatic. 8 weeks ago he started eat dirt in the yard. His blood work showed anemia. His ultrasound showed a mass on his spleen. Alaric’s surgery will cost close to $4,000. I had to give up his pet insurance this year for my own. So this will be out of pocket. Any help will be great fully appreciated!
Lucy Mae
Lucy Mae is a 3-year-old Lhasa Apso in Shrewsbury, MA, who needs $1,500 for Cherry Eye Surgery.
Shrewsbury, MA
Lucy was a much needed surprise from my mother when my Maltipoo, Haley Pearl, passed away from Congestive Heart Failure at age 11. I was heartbroken. Lucy, affectionately known as Lucy Magoofy, has been with me for 3 years. It was a rough couple years, as she had intense fear aggression. Working with a trainer, and her vet, Lucy has come such a long way, and is such a little cuddlebug. Lucy sleeps in my bed with me every night. Any time her Grammy watches her, she still sleeps in our bed. She loves belly rubs, and is great with kids. She goes up to my mom's maltipoo Lulu and touches noses with her, and it melts our heart every time she does it. They have become good friends. She is an indoor dog, and only goes outside on a leash. (busy road and no fence) Lucy, who has the nickname Lucy Magoofy, is such a goofball! She farts all the time, and I think it is so hilarious. She loves to watch tv, self soothes by putting a toy in her mouth and making little noises, and she loves being caudled. Every morning when I make her breakfast I have to give her a taste test so she can make sure she likes it. She's a diva, & I wouldn't have it any other way. Lucy has had one cherry eye surgery. Unfortunately she needs it again, and her normal vet suggested she see a specialist, since it popped out again. It's $1500 at least, and I have to have the money up front, and then be reimbursed through her pet insurance. I could even pay the money back, I just need the money up front to be able to book the surgery. It's been months I have been trying. I am moving, and need to have the funds to move, as most places are requiring a large sum of money to move into a rental. Lucy needs this surgery, as she has been very uncomfortable with this cherry eye exposed. Long term it affects her eye's lubrication.
Henry
Henry is a 3-year-old Golden Retriever Dog in Attleboro , MA, who needs $1,500 for Surgery - Foreign Body, Septic Post Op.
Attleboro, MA
Henry is a three year old Golden Retreiver, rescued through Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue in MA. He was a patient at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, and we took him home to foster him after a previous surgery at OSVS and he bonded very quickly with our other golden retreiver, Charlie. Henry absolutely loves his brother, as well as his favorite kitty lurchy, and his new baby sister - Abigail❤️ Henry is a social butterfly who looks up to his big brother Charlie - they do everything together! He is very active and loves to hike through the woods. He adores his new baby, Abigail, and is such an important part of our family - the household dynamic here is not the same without him and we are missing him dearly this week…. Henry is so friendly and outgoing. He loves when his family comes home and cries and whimpers out of excitement so loud every time, whether we were gone for five minutes or five hours! He loves to carry a flip flop in his mouth - he has his own pair - he needs something in his mouth when he is excited! He is always by his big brothers side and loves to rest his head on Charlie whenever he can. Henry is a patient of the Internal Medicine Team at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists - we thought it was his auto immune disease acting up, but we found foreign material in his stomach and intestines that was making him sick, and he needed emergency surgery. Just when we thought he was coming home, he developed a septic abdomen and this morning we were told he needs to go back to surgery… Our family just welcomed a new baby (the non fuzzy kind!) and we are still adjusting to having a newborn, Abigail, at home. We were not expecting the second surgery for Henry or the financial responsibility that came along with it…we just want him to get better and come home
Ruby
Ruby is a 3-year-old Doberman in Brooklyn, CT, who needs $2,000 for Liver Failure and Esophageal Reflux.
Brooklyn, CT
I got Ruby three years ago as a puppy from a Doberman breeder. She grew up with her sister Nala who came from the same breeder. Five months ago Nala passed at five years old, and now Ruby is sick at only three years old. I dreamed of having a Doberman of each color ever since I was a kid, and I named her Ruby for her beautiful red coat and because I knew she would shine like a ruby. Ruby follows me more closely than my shadow to the point that she has knocked my shoes off the back of my feet. If I have a free hand, it must be on her. Ruby uses me as a pillow nightly, determined to protect me from every nonexistent threat. Her perch is the front window of my house where she can watch everything go by and occasionally growl at it too. She loves car rides with my sons. Ruby loves to play fetch and thinks you should be able to throw the ball without having to give it back. When we go for walks she'll bravely defend me from every squirrel we see. Ruby is a master thief, nabbing animal crackers from my pockets. Ruby will talk your ears off, using her whines, moans, groans, and growls to express herself and believe me, you WILL hear her out. Ruby was rushed to an ER vet on 3/18 for fear of bloat. After 11hrs they found she had a mild case of bloat and undetermined liver problems. After a week of no change and difficulty breathing, another vet visit had us try omeprazole and metoclopramide, with little effect. A third visit with a specialist led to meds to ease swallowing and relax her digestive tract. We hope to see a liver specialist Four years ago I was in an accident where I was struck in the head and got a TBI that left me unable to walk or even speak. I have improved but am still disabled and can't work a regular full time job. My dog is part of my therapy and I would be devastated without her.
Birdy
Birdy is a 14-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat in Coventry, RI, who needs $2,000 for emergency surgery.
Coventry, RI
My kitty Birdy was born in my garage in May 2007. He was our family kitty but certainty my moms baby until she passed away 3 years ago. I am a single parent Rakifn care of all Birdys health problems alone plus everything else in life. Birdy has had several health problems that require him to go to see his internist weekly or every other week for the last several years. Birdy has been with me through so many ups and downs. Maybe only something true animal lovers can understand. He puts his paws on anyone to pick him up, head buts on the counter to pick him up, rolls on the counter when writing. He will climb on my when I’m laying down and nestle next to me.. He’s just the love of my life. I need to save him. He’s the best temperament and companion. Birdy knows when I’m sad. He will come in my room and let out a big meow. He wakes me up every morning scratching at my door to give him insulin. Lays on the counter next to me when I’m eating dinner. Paws at me to hold his little paw. He has extra ties so has mittens. He just has the best attitude. Meows constantly wants to always be held. Not a mean bone in his body. Birdy has been at Ovean State Veterinary Specialsit for 10 out of the last 14 days. His history is diabetes very hard to regulate, IBD, has one eye other removed few years ago was ruptured, porsssium deficient, early kidney disease. In the last 9 days Birdy has become blocked with urinary obstruction 4 times. His only option is PU surgery to correct this at this point. This expense is sudden and unexpected. I’m a single parent trying to make ends meet as it is. I’ve exhausted all financial options to my name. Birdy has battled through health challenges over the years and I can’t let him go without trying eveythjng possible to save him.
Paisley
Paisley is a 5-year-old Puggle in Charlestown, RI, who needs $2,000 for surgery.
Charlestown, RI
I moved into a little studio condo at 17. It was so empty and lonely. That's when I decided to get a best friend. Paisley chose me. She came up to me and was climbing all over me giving me kisses. I knew. She was the one. My first baby! Now at 5 years old Paisley has grown into a big sister! She has a 4-year-old kitty cat sister, a 2-year-old human baby, and a 1-year-old doggo sister. She's the absolute sweetest. Dealing with everything from kitty scratches to toys to the head and her much larger little sister roughhousing with her. Paisley has certainly managed to hold her own over the years. She's the sweetest girl ever. Her snuggles make me melt, which by the way is every night!! I think Paisley thinks she shares her bed with me... I let her think that to keep her happy. I am a stay at home mother. When Covid hit I was laid off. I got hired with a company but cannot start for another 5 weeks due to needing the Covid vaccine first. I would give anything to help Paisley. I've already maxed out cards to get her comfy. I can't figure out surgery money. Paisley is currently admitted at Ocean State 24 hour animal hospital. She was hit by a car and now needs a major surgery on her hips. She has many fractures in her pelvic area that they say will heal on their own. Paisley broke her illium which connects her hip to the back. The right side dislocated her hip from her spine. Both sides have other fractures as well but again those will heal. She needs plates. Paisley is the best in every way, shape, or form. (Don't tell her siblings.) She's always the first to come when the baby cries. She's a leader not a follower. If Paisley is chasing something down and someone joins in for the fun she will let you take it and go find something new. Comes in handy with a toddler in the house!
Chloe
Chloe is a 7-year-old Domestic Longhair in East Greenwich, RI, who needs $1,146 for Splenectomy.
East Greenwich, RI
Chloe was given to be by a close friend as she was a turnover at OSVS who was brought as a stray for having seizures from Canine flea and tick product. Chloe became a part of our family 3 years ago. She made a bond with my dog Peanut who had passed away in September of 2019. Chloe came to us with her name and her name definately suits her personality. Chloe is the queen of our house. She spends some time in the windowsills on warm and sunny days. She sleeps with my mom and my daughter at random times of the day/night. Sometimes Chloe will go to the extent of waking up my 61 year old mother by rubbing her face against hers and guiding her to get breakfast. Chloe is the glue to our family. I am a single mother as hard as that is and with our Chloe needing an unexpected surgery to avoid worse I just wasnt prepared at all for this. My funds are beyond limited and I could really use the help. Chloe was diagnosed with IBD and pancreatitis. She had a rechecks with dr. Sarah Crain at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists. She had an appt on Thursday of last week to recheck her ultrasound and a mass was found on her spleen that was thought to be cancer. The spleen needed to be removed to avoid it rupturing and her becoming a hemoab. Miranda De La Vaga preformed the splenectomy. Chloe enjoys belly rubs, and catnip. She will lick your face like a dog and make muffins all over you whether you are awake or not. Chloe knows her name and will come when u call her or shake the treat bag of course. She will lay on your paperwork if your trying to do it or on a board game if ur trying to play. She is not a good hunter infact when she catches a mouse she plays with it.
Eddie
Eddie is a four-year-old Shitzu Mix in Coventry, RI, who needs $1,000 for hospitalization for leptospirosis.
Coventry, RI
MaryAnn D. perused Craigslist one day and spotted a darling dog who needed a new home because of a divorce. She contacted the dog's owners and arranged to meet. She instantly fell in love with the dog, brought him home, and named him Eddie. MaryAnn tells Waggle the former owners promised to send her the dog's medical and vaccination records, but she never got anything. Eddie was a huge hit in MaryAnn's household. Her current dog was thrilled to have a new pal. "They were like old friends," MaryAnn says. "They played walked slept together! Eddie fit in like a hand in a glove. He loves his new family and we love him." Days later, Eddie suddenly got very ill. MaryAnn raced him to Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, where he was diagnosed with Leptospirosis, a virus that can be deadly for dogs but is preventable with a vaccine. "It took over his little 10-pound body and his 100-pound spirit," MaryAnn adds. "His doctor gave him a 50/50 chance of surviving. He is ours now. We promised him he was safe and would be loved for many years to come." MaryAnn is struggling to pay for Eddie's expensive stay in the ICU and is hoping Waggle's giving animal lovers will help her save the sweet dog she took in off Craigslist. "His bloodwork seems to be getting better day by day," MaryAnn says. "The cost is great. We are not rich but are trying to give him a good shot. His doctor is confident after three or four more days in the hospital, he should be stable to come home and make a full recovery, but we need help."
Ace
Ace is a 2-year-old Mixed in New Bedford, MA, who needs $1,527 for Immune Mediated Polyarthritis.
New Bedford, MA
Ace is a two year old mixed that we got from a rescue almost two years ago. We were originally told he was beagle mix but later found out he is Jack Russell, Shetland Sheepdog and Border Collie. He was rescued from Jamaica. He is the best brother to human sister Jasmine and human brother Devin. His best friend is our 3 year old cat named Kit Kat. Ace loves to play fetch and have races with his sister Jasmine. He always wins ❤ He's not very fond of garbage trucks and motorcycles. Ace will charge at the windows trying to get them to stop being so loud. He loves to say hello to everyone by sniffing the bums. Still trying to teach him personal space. Back and forth to emergency vets and all the testing has cost us over 2500 dollars. Unfortunately they are still unsure and we could be going back repeatedly over the next couple of months. This was unexpected and at a very bad time with rent and other bills On Wednesday morning July 28th we woke up and could tell something wasn't right. He wasn't jumping around and looked very lethargic. We brought him originally to the er and was told his vitals were fine and to see his regular vet. Regular vet took blood work said everything was fine just white blood cells were slightly elevated. At this time we still are unsure whats wrong. Lot more I could say Ace is just an all around loving dog that has brought so much joy to our home. He loves to cuddle and hog the bed at night. He's silly and always makes us laugh. His favorite toy is a cats toy mouse. He stold that from Kit Kat when we first brought him home and two years later still plays with it all the time. Just not since he's been sick.
Malvolio
Malvolio is a 1-year-old Tabby in Providence, RI, who needs $2,000 for CT Scan and Surgery.
Providence, RI
Malvolio is a rescue who had a pretty rough start to life. He was dropped off at a high-kill shelter in Kentucky when he was not even a couple weeks old before being shipped Great Escape Rescue in Warwick, Rhode Island. He developed a sinus infection when he was young that dramatically impacted his illness today. Malvolio is a little love bug who LOVES people, almost with no discretion at all. He has a lot of energy and he loves to play with anything that moves, especially toes and fingers! His favorite spot is on my shoulder, even though he is getting far too big to fit there. Anyone that comes into my home, new or familiar, is a new friend. He is a snuggler and loves to be close. Easy story-- I still am struggling twenty-five year old who loves her baby. I have spent thousands already just trying to eliminate possibilities of what is wrong with him, that I can't afford to fix the problem now that we finally have come to the bottom of it. Malvolio has had sinus issues since I got him at two months old. The rescue owner told me that he had a sinus infection and she expected it to clear up as he was medicated. However, the infection created thick scarring tissue in his sinuses, closing them almost completely. He has a Surgery planned at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists and the treating vet is Rebecca Kessler. Despite the fact that Malvolio suffers from sinus issues, he LOVES to talk. He LOVES to play, but overall the best thing about him is that he LOVES love. He loves to give kisses and snuggle on your face, which sometimes can get gross because his nose is always leaking because of his sinus issues. Despite his breathing issues, he loves to zoom all over the house.
Durk
Durk is a German Shepherd puppy in Warwick, RI, who needs $1,000 for Parvo Virus Treatment.
Warwick, RI
Durk was adopted just two weeks ago, after losing my dog Remy last month. He is just 9 weeks old. Durk has been adjusting well in his new home and gets to play with our 2 year old Husky, Oaklie. He gets to run around outside with her and is happy to have another dog in the house to show him around. We just got Durk two weeks ago, but we know he loves to play tug of war and run around the yard. He is also a big cuddle bug, always right beside me every night. He loves to be around people and get all of the love and attention that they can give. Durk has been the perfect addition to our family. Before my dog Remy passed, we had spent around $10,000 to figure out what was wrong with him and to try to treat him. We never found out what exactly was the problem, but after all of that, and him suffering, we ended up putting him down and letting him rest. Durk has been diagnosed with parvovirus and needed immediate attention after he had thrown up blood and had not wanted to eat. When he arrived to the hospital he had a temperature of 105 and was showing signs of some kind of infection/virus. Taylor Lafountain, DVM at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists have begun treating him and he will need to stay there for 3-4 days with medicine to recover. Durk is still new, but he has been trying to mimic what our other dog does, especially when she is looking out the window or walking around the yard.
Morton
Morton is a 3-year-old German Shepherd Mix in Providence, RI, who needs $2,000 for MRI for seizure diagnosis.
Warwick, RI • Rhode Home Rescue
Morton is a foster dog with RHR who was found badly injured in the middle of a highway in MS. He was found with a bully mix pal that was protecting him during rush hour. He was taken in by our rescue partner and completed his HW treatment in order to travel. Morton is in a foster home and was getting treatment for nerve damage caused from his previous injury when he began having seizures:( Morton is a dream dog, he is obedient and gentle. It's hard to believe he was left as a stray. His foster is just smitten with him and is willing to do anything to get him better again. Morton befriends everything and everyone and is so appreciative of having a warm home to rest in. We can't wait to see him better! Rhode Home Rescue is a non-profit, 100% volunteer run dog rescue in Rhode Island. We take in dogs from all life-stages and never shy away in taking medically needy dogs. Morton has quickly become a very medically needy dog, but we are determined to help him get better. Morton suffered nerve damage from a shotgun blast at his front paw. He carries the paw in an odd fashion and was recommended for physical therapy, 16 visits at a cost of $70 per visit. He completed HW treatment in MS before arriving to RI A few days ago, Morton began having seizures (which was a new development) he was rushed to Ocean State Vet in East Greenwich, RI. They recommended an MRI. Morton is so loving and kind even after humans left him in this despicable condition. He is so gentle and loving with every dog/cat/person he meets. A true gentleman. He is a great dog who was dealt a bad hand and still loves HARD! He will make someone a great companion. Before his medical emergency, he was our raffle-picker for the rescue!
Adeline
Adeline is a 7-year-old American Shorthair in Warren, RI, who needs $1,999 for Left ventral bulla osteotomy (VBO).
Warren, RI
Our family adopted Adeline when she was 2 years old from a local animal shelter. The shelter had many kittens available to adopt, and the majority of the families looking to adopt were hovering over these young kittens. As we continued to make our way around the shelter, we discovered quiet, innocent, shy Adeline sitting in the back of the shelter by her lonesome. We couldn't resist! For a couple of years, Adeline continued to be her shy self hiding in closets and found places in the house away from both of us. Day by day, year by year, this began to change and although it took a couple of yers, Adeline is not eating dinner at the table with us, busy jumping off of tables, and even interacting in our zoom classes that we attend and teach. She now never leaves our side! As 2 teachers during covid, this has been one hell of a time. Although we have done our best, we have not expected to accrue any of these ongoing vet bills that have quickly come about & her quality of life has been our #1 priority. We are grateful for any support. Two years ago I was wrongly advised to put Adeline down as a result of poor judgement from a prior vet. Thankfully we got another opinion, & learned a couple of years later that Adeline's on-going ear troubles have been a result of her needing to have part of her ear canal removed. We luckily found Ocean State Animal Hospital in EG, RI & cannot be more grateful for Dr. Sweet & Dr Kessler. Adeline has many special characteristics. Given that neither of us have ever owned a cat prior to her, we have come to speak cat as a result of Adeline's routine and how she beautifully speaks to us with her eyes. She refuses to eat without coming to say thank you to each of us first, she does not eat alone, she thanks us for her treats and toys prior to jumping in, & is an overall love bug!
Anna Victoria
Anna Victoria is a 5-year-old Mastiff in cranston, RI, who needs $2,000 for ACL repair.
cranston, RI
I bought Anna Victoria when she was 8 weeks old and she is now 5 yes old. Anna is the most gentle, loving and amazing dog. She has been my companion dog for my mental.health. Anna was diagnosed with a torn acl in her right rear leg. We need all we can to get Anna surgery and the cost is 3,000.00 we are completely torn over this. I am disabled and my income is low.. Anna is a complete member of the family. She sleeps on her own personal loveseat. She enjoys being around her humans and her Lil companion Nemo a shitzu. Anna loves to lay in sun, play and be a giant couch potato. Anna loves everyone she meets but especially loves her human sister Kaytlyn.... plz help us get Anna back on her feet I am disabled and live on 814.00 a month.. I have a daughter in college and doing all I can just to get by. I live on section 8 to help keep a home for me, my daughter and fur baby Anna has been diagnosed with a torn ACL in her right hind leg. She is sedated on pain medication from vet and we want our fur baby back playing and being a part of the family again. This is no life for a fur baby or there human to go through. I cry all the time just watching her. She has to be held by a sling when she goes outside Her favorite friend is Nemo. He is a shitzu and they are inseparable. Her personality is calm, cool and collective. Anna is like a birth child to me and my daughter. Everything about her is amazing. I would not be who or where I am today without my companion dog who loves me unconditionally. She is family
Sparrow
Sparrow is a NaN-year-old Shepard mix in Narragansett, RI, who needs $1,000 for Intussusception emergency surgery.
narragansett, RI
Sparrow is a 5 month old rescue puppy that I adopted just a few weeks ago. She was returned from her 1st adopter due to no fault of her own. We were her foster family and when she came back to us after being returned, we knew that she was meant to be with us forever. We followed our hearts and adopted Sparrow. Sparrow is loved by everyone in our family as well as our friends. She plays with her older adopted sisters and loves to run around in the yard. Sparrow enjoys snuggling with us and sleeps with me every night. We lost our last adopted puppy to distemper and Sparrow has brought joy back into our hearts. I am a single, working mom that just doesn't have 2000 to pay for Sparrows surgery. Without the surgery, Sparrow would have died. I work very hard and after paying my monthly bills, I just don't have the extra cash. Sparrow had diarrhea for a while. Then started to have the shivers and was throwing up. I took her to my vet who did an xray and noticed something in her intestines. We rushed over to Ocean State Vet right away where they found that she had Intussusception which required emergency surgery. They had to cut out a portion of her intestines to fix the problem. Sparrow is a super cuddler. She has a great personality. She helps keep the younger foster puppies in line and out of trouble. She is the best big sister to them. She will bark at them if they do something wrong. Sparrow gets the zoomies and does laps around the back yard which is quite hysterical. We love her so much
Ace
Ace is a 7-year-old Chihuahua in Johnston, RI, who needs $1,125 for Leptospirosis.
Johnston, RI
My son brought him home while he was a baby. The dog was given to him from a friend. He’s been part of our family since. He became sick 2 weeks ago, we took him to a clinic, then rushed him to the emergency veterinary hospital and they told us he doesn’t qualify for emergency treatment. We took him home. Yesterday, his situation got bad, and he’s been diagnosed with kidney infection. He’s a very loving dog to all members of my family. One of my kids has a medical condition, and Ace has being her therapy pet and helps her to relax when she goes through her issues. She would be very lost without having Ace around. Also, the rest of the family would miss him if anything happens. To him, he is our first dog and we don’t own another one. Presently I have some of my working hours cut down since COVID 19 started. I’ve being struggling financially. I would love to have Ace get better and would not like to lose him. He’s presently at Ocean State Veterinary Hospital in Rhode Island. Ace has been a very healthy dog all this time. He loves to play with toys that have sounds, he makes everyone laugh every time he plays with the toys. He also has this attentive characters, he could hear your car car coming up the while he was in the room, he would run out in the living room waiting for you to come inside, he sometimes jumps on the living room couch waiting for you to come inside.