Help me give this angel at least another year. Abby was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. A large tumor is pressing on her larynx which is making breathing and swallowing more difficult. I’ve already started her on a Keto diet, golden paste, and a blend of cancer fighting mushrooms (including turkey tail mushroom). We’ve met with several specialists who say chemo and radiation are necessary to maintain quality of life for as long as possible. I am looking to start radiation first for the most impact for the money. I changed her food and have started several cancer fighting supplements, including turmeric, CBD, and turkey tail mushroom.

Our story is like I imagine most people’s when it comes to that one special pet. We feel like they were brought here for us. Fated.

I didn’t grow up with dogs. My ex husband tried for years to get a dog and I fought him-not because I don’t like dogs but because I knew he’d dump most of the work on me. When I ran out of excuses he found a breeder and we picked out an adorable little puppy. A month later we brought her home. We lived in Boston at the time and I was reading the John Adams biography so I named her Abby. The name he liked was taken by a new cousin in his family. I suggested the name and it just fit. I now see that as fate. Little did I know how much she would steal my heart and claim me as her human. I was hers long before I realized she was mine.

When my marriage dissolved I discovered a web of lies; my whole world crumbled. The one constant that kept me going was Abby. My ex left us with no money, a car on the verge of repossession, no place to live, the IRS after me, and all while half way across the country away from my family with no way home. Despite the hurdles she kept me going by keeping me busy with walks, hikes, swimming, fetch and a lot of wiggles, kisses and love. Her energy and happiness was and is truly infectious. I look back on those times with much fondness because of her. She and I had a blast in Austin!!! We always do!

Anyone who’s met Abby quickly sees just how special this sweet little creature is. She has this amazing ability to make friends with even the grumpiest dogs and make anyone think she wants to go home with them. She truly loves everyone who will let her. I’ve never known love like I get from her, or that I could love anything so much. She isn’t a pet I own, she is my better half. In fact, I didn’t train her, she taught me. And I just want a bit more high quality time with her and for her. She deserves a few more adventures on this Earth. She never ceases to get the most joy out of life and has taught me how to do the same. She’s taught me so much but most of all unconditional love and joy.

Her doctors say treatment would provide a year of quality time running on the beach with her ball, socializing at the dog park and visiting all her favorite humans. I will do anything to give her this last bit of time. Any amount is helpful. A big up front thank you for any support. I’m grateful for the love and support I’ve already received.