Hi everyone,

My heart is completely broken right now. My fur baby Fluffy, only 3 years old, suddenly lost the ability to use his back legs, and his back legs are completely paralyzed. I’m doing everything I can to save him.

A few days ago, Fluffy started crying in pain. His lower body was shaking nonstop, so I rushed him to the vet. They said it might be mild IVDD and that rest and pain medicine would help. I gave him the medicine and hoped he would feel better.

But the next morning, my whole world fell apart. Fluffy was dragging both of his back legs, unable to stand or feel anything. I was shattered to see him like that and immediately took him back to the vet. After examining him, they told me he had become paralyzed within just a few hours.

The vet then gave me three options:

1. Do the emergency spine surgery (very expensive)

2. Leave him as he is , both back legs completely paralyzed

3. Put him to sleep (euthanasia)

Hearing the word “euthanasia” broke me. That was never an option for me. Fluffy is my baby, and I could never give up on him like that.

I took him to another hospital for an MRI and to see a neurologist. They diagnosed him with IVDD Stage 5, the most serious stage, and said he had no deep pain sensation. They told me surgery was his only chance to walk again and possibly even to save his life. Even though the chances were only 50/50, I chose to fight for him.

The total cost for MRI, surgery, hospital stay, medications, and aftercare visit is around $12,000. I can only afford a few thousand by myself as I am a full time international student . The rest is far beyond what I can afford.

Fluffy is not “just a dog.” He is my baby, my emotional support, and the happiest part of my life. And I would do anything to fight for him. Here I am asking for any help, even the smallest amount, to support Fluffy’s surgery costs and recovery. Every donation and every share truly means the world to us. Even if you cannot donate, please keep him in prayers. It would mean more than anything right now.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading our story and for helping Fluffy and me during this difficult time. I will keep everyone updated on his progress.

With hope & love,

Sumi & Fluffy