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Miss Honey needs help paying for surgery on her injured leg.
If you've ever had a dog, you probably have derived no small amount of joy from the phenomenon known as the "zoomies," when your dog is suddenly convinced your yard is the Daytona Speedway and that she is a small furry race car. It was after a bout of the zoomies on December 18 that I noticed my beloved dog, Miss Honey, was limping.
December 18 was only a few days after my and Miss Honey's one-month adopt-iversary. In mid November, I decided it was time for me to adopt an emotional support animal to assist with some of my PTSD symptoms. When I met Miss Honey, I sat on the floor with her and she immediately scooched her butt up against my leg and let me pet her and rest my cheek on her back. I knew right away that this dog was special. Every day she shows a new dimension to her kind, loving personality. She has become less and less reserved, expressing joy, exuberance, and playfulness. She started running, leaping to catch toys, barreling into my face with kisses, and getting the zoomies.
The morning after I noticed Miss Honey's limp, I took her to the emergency vet, who suspected she had torn her cranial cruciate ligament, which is the dog equivalent of an ACL. This injury is one of the most common to occur in dogs, and it will lead to degenerative disease in a dog's knees if left unrepaired. It breaks my heart to see Miss Honey hurt after coming so far.
Miss Honey was abandoned at the pound in Merced county, pregnant and underweight. They estimated that she was about two years old. She was rescued by some wonderful folks at the Merced County Humane Society and Last Hope Cat Kingdom, who fostered her and her litter of puppies on their farm until they were all ready to go to forever homes. I don't know anything more about Miss Honey's past, but I know that whatever she experienced, she emerged a loving, sweet dog who just wants to go on long sniffy walks, eat chicken, and be near the people she loves.
In an effort to be a responsible pet owner, I was sure to purchase pet insurance shortly after I adopted Miss Honey. Unfortunately, this insurance has a clause excluding these specific knee injuries from any coverage if the injury occurs in the first six months you have the plan. I will have to pay $5,153.44 to have this surgery done. I am currently unemployed, living with my parents and searching for work, and this is beyond my means. I intend to use any money I've saved to help me start a new life (with my girl) once I find a job. I was ready to use some of this money to pay for a veterinary emergency if needed, but frankly, did not anticipate a $5000 bill in the first six months. This would be a significant blow to me, my future, and my independence.
Miss Honey is an important part of that independence. As a person with PTSD, she supports me in feeling safe and helps keep me grounded. She builds my confidence and self-reliance. She helps me re-integrate my mind and my body through play and exercise. She comforts me when I am sad or depressed. She gives me a reason to go out into the world, and inspires friendly interactions with all kinds of people. I need her at her best so that I can be my best.
I will gladly give everything I have to heal Miss Honey, if needed. I fall in love with her more every day, and I never want to see her in pain. I am ready to commit to the months of recovery and rehabilitation that follow her surgery. But I am asking for your help getting that surgery. She is young and healthy, and deserves to have many more years of walking, exploring, and playing. And I want to be able to give her that life in a home that I make for us.
I would be deeply grateful for any financial help you can offer. It's been an absolutely horrid year for folks and their wallets, so I understand if you can't help. But if you're in a position to donate, please contribute what you can spare for my dear girl.
Still want to help but can't spare any money? There are a few things we would love to borrow if you have them [will update]:
-A large doughnut post-surgical collar (she can't stand the cone)
-a pet ramp
If you've ever had a dog, you probably have derived no small amount of joy from the phenomenon known as the "zoomies," when your dog is suddenly convinced your yard is the Daytona Speedway and that she is a small furry race car. It was after a bout of the zoomies on December 18 that I noticed my beloved dog, Miss Honey, was limping.
December 18 was only a few days after my and Miss Honey's one-month adopt-iversary. In mid November, I decided it was time for me to adopt an emotional support animal to assist with some of my PTSD symptoms. When I met Miss Honey, I sat on the floor with her and she immediately scooched her butt up against my leg and let me pet her and rest my cheek on her back. I knew right away that this dog was special. Every day she shows a new dimension to her kind, loving personality. She has become less and less reserved, expressing joy, exuberance, and playfulness. She started running, leaping to catch toys, barreling into my face with kisses, and getting the zoomies.
The morning after I noticed Miss Honey's limp, I took her to the emergency vet, who suspected she had torn her cranial cruciate ligament, which is the dog equivalent of an ACL. This injury is one of the most common to occur in dogs, and it will lead to degenerative disease in a dog's knees if left unrepaired. It breaks my heart to see Miss Honey hurt after coming so far.
Miss Honey was abandoned at the pound in Merced county, pregnant and underweight. They estimated that she was about two years old. She was rescued by some wonderful folks at the Merced County Humane Society and Last Hope Cat Kingdom, who fostered her and her litter of puppies on their farm until they were all ready to go to forever homes. I don't know anything more about Miss Honey's past, but I know that whatever she experienced, she emerged a loving, sweet dog who just wants to go on long sniffy walks, eat chicken, and be near the people she loves.
In an effort to be a responsible pet owner, I was sure to purchase pet insurance shortly after I adopted Miss Honey. Unfortunately, this insurance has a clause excluding these specific knee injuries from any coverage if the injury occurs in the first six months you have the plan. I will have to pay $5,153.44 to have this surgery done. I am currently unemployed, living with my parents and searching for work, and this is beyond my means. I intend to use any money I've saved to help me start a new life (with my girl) once I find a job. I was ready to use some of this money to pay for a veterinary emergency if needed, but frankly, did not anticipate a $5000 bill in the first six months. This would be a significant blow to me, my future, and my independence.
Miss Honey is an important part of that independence. As a person with PTSD, she supports me in feeling safe and helps keep me grounded. She builds my confidence and self-reliance. She helps me re-integrate my mind and my body through play and exercise. She comforts me when I am sad or depressed. She gives me a reason to go out into the world, and inspires friendly interactions with all kinds of people. I need her at her best so that I can be my best.
I will gladly give everything I have to heal Miss Honey, if needed. I fall in love with her more every day, and I never want to see her in pain. I am ready to commit to the months of recovery and rehabilitation that follow her surgery. But I am asking for your help getting that surgery. She is young and healthy, and deserves to have many more years of walking, exploring, and playing. And I want to be able to give her that life in a home that I make for us.
I would be deeply grateful for any financial help you can offer. It's been an absolutely horrid year for folks and their wallets, so I understand if you can't help. But if you're in a position to donate, please contribute what you can spare for my dear girl.
Still want to help but can't spare any money? There are a few things we would love to borrow if you have them [will update]:
-A large doughnut post-surgical collar (she can't stand the cone)
-a pet ramp