Help Jesse Fight Cancer and Meet His Baby Sister

Jesse is an 8-year-old labradoodle who means the world to his moms, Elle and Lauren. If you know Jesse, you know he’s more than just a dog — he’s family. The kind of dog who loves to romp and who greets every friend (old or new) with a toy and happy circles.

This spring has been filled with both heartbreak and hope for Jesse’s moms. On March 7, Elle and Lauren welcomed their daughter, Shea, into the world — twelve weeks earlier than expected. Shea has been in the NICU for over 100 days, and her moms have stayed close to the hospital, pouring their hearts into helping her grow stronger each day.

While Jesse stayed with dear friends during this time, he recently went in for a routine vet visit. The vet noticed swelling in his neck, and after a biopsy, Elle and Lauren received devastating news: Jesse has Stage 3 B-Cell Lymphoma.

It’s a diagnosis no one ever wants to hear — especially when the world already feels upside down. Despite everything they’re juggling, Elle and Lauren are committed to giving Jesse the best chance possible.

We’re asking for your help to give Jesse time.

Time to meet Shea.

Time to lay by her crib.

Time to lick up the snacks she drops, to be climbed on, patted, and loved.

Time to be the best big brother we know he will be.

The cost of Jesse’s cancer treatment is overwhelming — especially while Elle and Lauren are still navigating the emotional and financial strain of their daughter’s NICU stay.

If you’re able to support Jesse’s care, we would be so deeply grateful. Every dollar goes directly toward his treatment, and every donation — big or small — helps give Jesse the chance to be part of Shea’s life.

Thank you for showing up for this family during such a vulnerable, love-filled, and hopeful time.

With love and gratitude,

Jesse’s Village