For those of you that don’t know, Lola has been a part of my life for 14 years. She grew up with me in St. Augustine, and when it was time for me to leave for college, she grew up with me in Orlando. Since we first adopted her, Lola has always chosen me. Her number one has always been me. When I cry, laugh, sleep, eat, she’s always there.

These last few days have forced me to think of the time when Lola might not be there for me anymore. This past Sunday I woke up and realized she was not acting like herself. I rushed her to the emergency vet where we learned that she has Chronic Kidney Disease and her kidneys were failing. We were then given a couple of options: make the most of her last few moments and make her as comfortable as possible, or take her home and give her treatment there. We of course went with the second option and brought her home to immediately start treatment. She has been fighting so hard to feel better and stay with us. She’s trying, and she knows that she can do it. Lola has already been doing so much better being at home and with us. Though she has been a fighter, it’s just not enough. Lola has reoccurring vet visits, medication, prescription food, and so much more that she needs in order to help her stay alive. She has so much life still in her, I can see it. Lola has been there so much for me and so many others, that I can’t stand the idea of not doing anything and everything I can to keep her happy, healthy, and thriving. If you have had the opportunity to meet me or Lola, you know how much she means to me. Please, if you can, consider donating to help my baby live. If you can’t donate, please share this!