Murdoch is a gentle shar pei who has led a terribly rough life. He was discovered several months ago wandering the streets of Indianapolis nearly hairless and bone-thin. He was taken in by an animal shelter and began to flourish under the loving care of their staff. I adopted him in March when coronavirus struck and I needed a companion to share my life. Murdoch was the perfect dog -- only five years old and kind to every living creature he met from people to cats. I thought I had found the perfect friend. Murdoch and I were even featured in a story  from the Humane Society to encourage people to adopt animals during this difficult time. But then 10 days ago he stopped eating. I took him to the vet on four separate visits and she became increasingly worried. A battery of tests finally revealed he has lymphoma. It has spread to his other organs. Murdoch needs chemotherapy to extend his life. Murdoch means so much to me. He is my first pet as an adult and has been my constant companion during these solitary, social-distancing days. I know he will eventually succumb to this horrible disease but I want to give him the best life he can possibly have until then. But, it won't be cheap. I have nearly exhausted my savings to give him this last chance. Please help me help Murdoch in this terrible battle.  He has already overcome so much in his life and I want to help him as he confronts his worst fight yet.  The funds you contribute will be used solely on his veterinary care.  If any funds are left, they will be donated to the American Humane Society.