Help Our Family Save Marley. Emergency Surgery Needed

Hi friends, family, and kind strangers,

I never imagined I’d be writing this, but here I am at 3 AM in an emergency vet waiting room, my heart breaking as I watch my best friend fight for his lifeMarley isn’t just our dog he’s our shadow, our comfort on the hardest days, and the first face we see every morning with his tail wagging like everything in the world is perfect. He’s the guy who somehow knows exactly when I need a gentle paw on my lap, who greets every person like they’re his long lost friend, and who has this incredible way of making even the worst days brighter just by being himself. Three days ago, our world turned upside down. Marley started showing signs of distress, and when we rushed him to the emergency vet, we received devastating news, kidney stones are completely blocking his urethra He can’t urinate a condition that’s not only excruciating but will be fatal without immediate intervention.

We’ve already invested $7,000 into his care, draining our savings without hesitation because there was never a question we’d do anything for him. But the surgery he desperately needs keeps getting delayed because his kidney levels are dangerously elevated. Every hour that passes means more intensive care, more monitoring, more costs and more fear that we might lose him. You know what’s the hardest part? Watching this sweet soul who has given us nothing but unconditional love look at us with those trusting eyes, not understanding why he’s in pain but still trying to wag his tail when he sees us.

I’m not ashamed to say I’m scared I’m scared of losing my best friend, and I’m scared that despite our love and determination, the mounting costs might force us into an impossible decision no pet parent should ever face. Marley has been our rock through job losses, family struggles, and life’s curveballs. He’s celebrated our victories and comforted us through our defeats. Now it’s our turn to fight for him, but we can’t do it alone. If Marley has ever made you smile during a visit, if you’re a fellow pet parent who understands this love, or if you simply believe that every sweet soul deserves a fighting chance please please please consider helping us bring our boy home. Every single dollar brings us closer to giving Marley the surgery he needs. Even if you can’t donate, sharing this page could connect us with someone who can help. Your kindness, prayers, and support mean more than you’ll ever know. Marley is a fighter, and we’re not giving up on him. With your help, we won’t have to.

All our love and endless gratitude,

Eric (Marley’s devoted dad) ❤️

Updates on Marley’s condition will be posted regularly. Thank you for being part of his journey back to health.