Bernie is our 9-year-old Staffordshire Terrier, and he’s been a part of our lil family since we rescued him at age two. He’s always been the sweetest stinkiest dog — he loves meeting new friends and other dogs, and his piggy nature brings joy to everyone around him!! Bernie spends most of his days on the couch or on our balcony, snoring away, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. 

Recently, Bernie developed a lump on his paw. After a foxtail exploration procedure and a round of antibiotics, the swelling hasn’t gone down. Our vet now recommends surgery to remove the growth and perform a biopsy to check for cancerous cells. As Bernie gets older, we want to do everything possible to keep him healthy and comfortable, and this procedure is an important step to ensure his well-being and prevent future complications.

The funds raised will go directly toward Bernie’s surgery, vet appointments, and any post-care needs he may have. We’re grateful for any support to help us give Bernie the care he deserves. If you aren’t able to donate at this time, sharing this page with your community is another way to support that would mean the world to us!

P.S. For every $25 donated, Emilio is committing to running one mile — 200 miles total for our goal! You will get a personal shoutout on IG and Strava if you choose to donate publicly. Thank you for considering a donation and for being part of Bernie’s journey to recovery!

xoxo Bernie, Emilio, Patricia