Luke is 11 weeks old.  He came to rescue Monday (5/28) with breathing issues.  As his breathing worsened, he was taken to the ER Vet (ARECA) and put in an Oxygen cage. The doctor's initial plan included full blood panel, chest x-rays, heart ultrasound, oxygen, de-wormer, antibiotics, and two nights in the critical care unit. 

5/29: The x-rays showed the left side of his heart is enlarged, and there is inflammation in his lungs.  The doctor can hear a quiet, continuous heart murmur.  The heart ultrasound confirmed the left atrium of his heart is larger than it should be.  He will need an echo-cardiogram, likely 5/31 or 6/1).  The cost for two nights in the hospital and all of the testing so far is $2500.  The cost of the echo-cardiogram will bring it up to almost $3000. 

APARN believes every puppy deserves a chance, and we are asking for your help to pay for the cost of Luke's hospital bill.  Luke may turn out to be a special needs pug - he likely has a congenital heart issue, but that shouldn't mean he can't have a good life and vet care!

Thank you for your help!  #NoPugLeftBehind