Hi, I am Russ Emerick, a semi-retired engineer, musician, etc., living on social security. My monthly check rarely lasts to the end of the month. Because I am disabled with scoliosis, I have trained Silky to be my service dog. We do everything together.

Recently, she was suddenly overcome with acute pain in her hindquarters. She urgently needs veterinary service and medication, but with estimated costs running upwards of $1500, I cannot manage it alone. Please help if you can.