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Help Molly Fight Cancer!!

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If you really knew me...you'd know there are two things I love most in this life...my dog Molly and ice cream. My family and fitness come in at a hard second. Sorry, fam. But hear me out. This is why. I became a dog mom 8 years ago when I was in a pretty bad place in my life. I was in active addiction, living in Atlanta, working like crazy, withering away, and losing my mind. The perfect time to get a puppy, right?! Of course not. At least that's what everyone told me. Welp...I can honestly say, this was the only rash, ill-advised, addiction-fueled decision,  which I am so grateful I made during that time in my life. As cliche as it sounds, I didn't just rescue Molly, she absolutely rescued me. There were days when, rubbing her belly was the only thing that kept me grounded. Cleaning up her pee was the only thing that got me out of bed. Keeping her alive was the only thing that gave me meaning. The loving look she gave me was the only thing that gave me self worth. Her cuddles...the only thing that kept me from ending it all. Now look...I get it. ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN. And that includes, Molly. I knew her day would eventually come...way...way down the road, when she was an old lady. When I was in a healthy relationship, maybe had some kids. But not NOW...not at EIGHT-YEARS-OLD...not to CANCER! So here's what I'm asking for. Donations to help pay for Molly's chemo. She has Type-T Lymphoma and will die in 1-3 months if left untreated, where her current symptoms will just get worse (not eating, exhausted, etc.) If I try chemo, she could live a year or more, with mild and treatable symptoms. All I know is I have to try, try to help her feel better...until her quality of life no longer justifies keeping her alive. Please help me save her. Please help me save the thing, that saved me.

***UPDATE***
After considerable thought, I have decided not to pursue chemo with Molly. This was a very tough and very personal decision. Ultimately, I realized I was only trying to extend her life for me. To put off her inevitable death and my inevitable grief. Her cancer is an aggressive one and one that will eventually come back. So why put her through weekly rounds of chemo, with possible side effects, just so I can have her a few more months? I have decided to make her as comfortable as possible until she dies. This will include comfort medications, holistic remedies like herbs and acupuncture, all of the food and treats, and a trip to Key West. (Her favorite place). For those of you who donated specifically to "pay for chemo" PLEASE let me know if you would like your money back.  Otherwise, I am going to assume you are ok with me using it towards everything I mentioned, plus previous vet bills, euthanasia, and cremation. I also donated some to a friend whose dog has cancer as well. Thank you again. All of you.
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    Missy Pollack
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    Fort Lauderdale, FL

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