Hank is my 11-year-old, 25-pound mixed breed, and he’s been my loyal companion for over a decade. I never imagined I’d be writing something like this, but my dog Hank — my best friend, my shadow, my constant source of comfort — is fighting for his life right now. For four days, Hank hasn’t been able to eat or pass anything. He’s weak, confused, and hurting, and all I can do is hold him and try to keep him comfortable.

The hospital has confirmed a bowel obstruction, something that can turn deadly fast. They’re sending us to a specialist for emergency surgery. Hearing those words felt like the floor dropped out from under me.

Hank isn’t “just a dog.” He’s the one who curls up beside me when I’m sick, who nudges my hand when I’m stressed, who greets me every morning like I’m the best part of his world. He’s been with me through heartbreaks, losses, and every rough patch life has thrown my way. He’s family. He’s love. He’s home. And right now, he needs help that I can’t afford on my own. Emergency care like this is incredibly expensive. Between the specialist exam, ultrasound, hospitalization, and the obstruction surgery, we’ve been told to expect thousands of dollars — possibly more if complications are found. I’m doing everything I can, but this is more than I can shoulder alone.

I’m asking — humbly, desperately — for help to save Hank’s life. If you can donate, share, or even send a kind word, it would mean the world to us. No amount is too small, and every act of kindness means so much to us. Every bit of support brings us closer to giving Hank the chance he deserves: a chance to heal, to come home, to wag his tail again, to just… be Hank. Thank you for reading, for caring, and for helping us fight for him. I can’t imagine my life without him, and I’m praying I won’t have to. — Glen & Hank

All money raised will go to Hank's hospital bills.