Massimo is a spunky lil' Brussels Griffon that can make you magically forget all your woes the moment you see his grumpy griffon pout and Dr. Seuss-like paws. I adopted Massimo in 2019 when he was just a 5 lb squirt. His prior living conditions were squalid and isolating. He struggled with giardia, poor skin/coat health, and was very underweight. Once adopted, he quickly made a full recovery w/ an improved diet and a loving home.

The moment I brought Massimo home he became family. When I lost my dad a few months later, he gave me comfort and solace in times of grieving. He will be at your ankles no matter where you go. He even insists on joining us paddleboarding on the Bay. With his big (XXS) puffy life jacket, he stands at attention on the nose of the board like the best little sea monkey captain. He is such a joy.

Massimo hasn't been able to be as active the last few months, as he's been having issues breathing properly. It's been scary to see him struggle to breathe after very little activity. His vet determined that he was suffering from symptoms of Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome (BAS), which affects flat-faced breeds and causes obstruction in their windpipe and nasal airways. It worsens if not corrected.

Massimo's vet specialist created a treatment plan that includes surgery to open up his nasal airway, correct the structure of his larynx, and address the soft palette obstruction in his windpipe. After he undergoes this surgical procedure, he is expected to make a full recovery and return back to an active pup w/o respiratory issues. The surgery treatment plan is $6060.25.

This procedure is challenging to afford on my own. I'm hopeful there's someone out there that understands this deep bond between a dog + their human and wants to help support the cost.

Massimo’s BAS Treatment Plan: