Emergency Surgery for Rescue Kitten

Basic Overview of Portosystemic Shunts 

Goldfish was abandoned by her mother a few days after birth and is a true survivor. She is the runt of her litter and despite only weighing three pounds at five months old, she is a delightful little ball of energy and happiness.  Her favorite activities include cuddles, jumping way too high for such a small kitten, and playing with her favorite stuffed mouse.

Goldfish has been diagnosed with a portosystemic shunt— which means that her liver is not able to properly filter toxins due to a leakage. The only treatment option is advanced surgery, which will close the leakage; the surgery has a high success rate and most cats that receive treatment live long, healthy lives. She would be expected to gain weight and catch up to her brothers and sisters (who have all found loving homes). 

She has a surgery scheduled at Virginia Veterinary Center on June 17th, and in the meantime she needs to gain two pounds and we have to come up with $10k (I have about half). I live alone and this sweet kitten is my best buddy. I’m ashamed to ask for help, but I can’t stand the thought of not at least trying. She shouldn’t have to be put to sleep because I can’t afford surgery. Any amount helps, and I can’t thank you enough.