Earlier this year, I relocated for a job opportunity and a fresh start. But before the position even began, it was unexpectedly canceled, leaving me and my dog Zoey living out of my vehicle while I searched for work. Since then, I’ve been doing everything I can to find income, applying for jobs, taking on freelance photography and video work, and doing whatever small gigs I can find. We’ve been getting by with very limited resources, just enough to survive, but nothing more.

Recently, Zoey suffered a seizure. She’s been with me since she was one month old. She’s nine now. She’s not just my dog. She’s my family. Seeing her lose her balance and struggle afterward was terrifying, and she still hasn’t fully recovered. She needs veterinary care, but I simply cannot afford it right now. Living in a vehicle makes everything harder. The amount of time I can leave her alone depends entirely on the weather. If it’s warm, I can’t leave her at all because it doesn’t take long for the interior of a vehicle to get dangerously hot. Since her seizure, I’ve had to be even more careful, because I don’t know if or when it could happen again.

Despite everything, I haven’t given up. I’ve been working toward turning this situation into something meaningful and inspiring for others who may be going through unexpected hardship, showing that even when life becomes uncertain, determination can keep you moving forward. But right now, my priority is Zoey. She has stayed by my side through everything. Now she needs me to be there for her. Any support will go directly toward her veterinary care and helping stabilize our situation so I can continue searching for work, focusing on remote roles, since that’s essential for me to care for her safely, especially after her seizure. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this helps more than you know. Thank you for taking the time to read this.