Hi everyone, this is one of the hardest things I’ve had to write. In 2010, my childhood dream came true when Ronny, a tiny moving cotton ball, entered my life. In ten years, Ronny has become one of the most important beings in my life. He’s been with me through some of my toughest days, and has also been there for all the adventures.

In June of this year, Ronny had a grand mal seizure where he collapsed and I had to rush him to the vet with him passed out in my arms. With the help of an amazing vet neurologist, we sadly found out that Ronny has a meningioma tumor in his frontal lobe. Brain cancer. Two words no person ever wants to hear in regards to one they care about. We are heartbroken, but we are equally determined to do what we can to make sure he can live happily for as long as he is meant to.

The good news for now is that he’s started anti-seizure meds and steroids to support his body. Since he started these meds, he has been 100% seizure free and has been just like his regular self. We celebrate each of these days.

The prognosis for brain cancer is tough. With no further treatment: 1-3 months. Thankfully, veterinary medicine has advanced in recent years. We chose a treatment plan for Ronny that includes stereotactic radiation therapy. Basically, they map out the tumor and then they zap it to stop it from growing further. With this treatment, Ronny could have 1-3 more years with us if everything goes smoothly. Our main goal is for Ronny to be happy and to never be in pain.

The treatment is expensive, but I figure if I can take out money for a used car, or sparingly take out a loan for my school, there is no way I wouldn’t do it for Ronny. There’s no doubt within me, and I'm putting my savings down for this. That being said, I wish what I had saved was enough, but I find myself in need of help. I know many of you have met Ronny and care for him, or you care for me as friends and family. I also know times are extremely tough right now with the current state of the world. But if you find yourself in a position where you could donate something to help me in taking care of Ronny, I would appreciate it more than you know. If not, I deeply understand and even your love and good thoughts our way counts for more than anything.

I plan on posting the MRI images and writing regular updates on how he is doing.

With lots of love from Bahar and Ronny <3