My name is Alexzander, and I’m a stay-at-home dad to three amazing kids—two of whom I fostered and adopted last year. Recently, I found myself in a situation I never expected. I picked up a puppy named Drax from a shop where he was covered in urine and feces, and he seemed to have an injury to his mouth. I brought him home, cleaned him up, and did everything I could to stabilize him. I reached out to vets and emergency clinics, but since I wasn’t his official owner, getting help was complicated. I even contacted the breeder to get paperwork and found a program that could help cover surgery costs. During this time, Drax was happy, eating, and seemed to be recovering. I was in touch with several veterinary offices and the humane society, but their only option was for me to surrender him, which didn’t feel right since he wasn’t my dog.

On the morning of January 25th, Drax started bleeding from his mouth. With three kids in the house, I wanted to keep things safe and clean, so I called 911 and animal control. I brought Drax to the vet, explained everything, and showed them photos and videos of his condition. That’s when things took a turn—multiple officers arrived, searched my home, and questioned me for hours. They even picked up my partner from work to open our house, though she isn’t on the lease. The officers later went to the shop where Drax came from and confiscated the other dogs due to their living conditions, which I had no knowledge of. After hours of questioning, they told me I was free to go, but later returned, took my phone, and held it for a week. Eventually, they returned it, saying they couldn’t access anything on it. I showed them all the proof I had, and one deputy even said Drax looked well cared for in my hands and that I gave him a great last few days.

Despite all this, Wisconsin is pursuing animal mistreatment charges against me. I love animals and treat them like family—anyone who knows me can vouch for that. These allegations are devastating, but I’m determined to fight them and clear my name. I need to retain a lawyer, which is expensive, and as a stay-at-home dad, I simply can’t afford another $10,000 without leaving my family in a financial crisis. I’m asking for help from anyone who believes in second chances and standing up for what’s right. Your support will help me keep my family together and prove my innocence. Thank you for reading and for any help you can give.