Mario Lockard’s 4-year-old American Bully, Kato, is facing a life-threatening emergency after accidentally eating a bone in the backyard. The bone caused serious damage to Kato’s stomach, leading to internal bleeding. Without immediate surgery to remove the bone, the risk of infection and a painful outcome is very high. Mario is heartbroken and doing everything possible to save his beloved companion, but the cost of surgery and veterinary care is overwhelming.

This fundraiser is to help Mario cover the urgent medical expenses needed to give Kato a fighting chance. Every contribution will go directly toward the surgery and follow-up care, ensuring Kato gets the best possible treatment and a chance at a healthy, happy life. Kato has brought so much joy to Mario and his kids and now they need a little help from the community.

Please consider supporting Mario and Kato during this difficult time. Your kindness and generosity can make all the difference in saving a life and keeping a family together. Thank you for any help you can give.