Emergency Surgery for Barney's Survival

Barney Can Be Saved — But He Needs Surgery As Soon As Possible

If you’ve ever met me, chances are you’ve met my dog, Barney. Maybe it was at the dog park, around our neighborhood, or through our favorite doggy daycare. Barney has a gift — he wins hearts everywhere he goes. Even people who “aren’t dog people” fall for him.

He came into my life when I needed him most. He became my family, my little shadow, my heart. And now I need your help to save his life.

Barney has chylothorax — a rare, life-threatening condition

Barney has fluid building up around his lungs — 600ml in just 5 days. It’s making it harder for him to breathe each day. His only chance is surgery, and we’re on a race against time.

He’s not even 3 years old, and the vets say he has a 90% chance of full recovery if we act now. Without this surgery, he won’t make it.

The cost: $9,600–$12,000

I’ve already spent everything I could on emergency visits, imaging, and hospitalization. This fundraiser is to help cover the surgery itself. There may also be additional costs for ICU care depending on how fast he recovers — which I’m preparing to cover on my own. But I can’t do the surgery part alone — and that’s why I’m reaching out.

Why give? Because you can save him.

Barney has brought joy to so many — he’s the kind of dog who makes strangers smile and kids run over for a hug. If he’s touched your life, or you just understand the bond between a person and their dog, please help us.

Every donation — big or small — brings us closer to the surgery that will save him.

Even if you can’t donate, sharing this means the world. Thank you for being part of his journey.

With all my heart,

Victoria & Barney