Jarvis is 10 years old; 11 in January. He is my very best friend. Up to now, I've been fortunate and proud to say that I could comfortably spare no expense. The best food, the best enclosures, enrichment and involvement, even a dedicated perch at my office. My love for him never runs dry.

A couple of weeks ago, Jarvis developed a mass on his wing. I'm working very hard to stay positive. His veterinarian wants to run diagnostics and cut away the mass to test for cancer. It's on the books for December 23 because we can't afford to wait and let it grow. The problem is... I just don't have the funds, and I'm really, really hopeful for a boost.

Please... help me get my boy the treatment he needs :(