Update: he has a double bacterial ear infection, and A ruptured hematoma and does need surgery to remove the mass.

Hi, my name is Kaitlyn, and I’m reaching out because my dog, rebel is in urgent need of medical care. He’s an amazing 10year-old Pitbull/Red Heeler mix, and he’s always been healthy — playful, loving, and my best friend.

Recently, his ear has become severely swollen, bleeding, and infected. He’s scratching it constantly, and it looks like it may be ruptured. I don’t have the money to take him to the vet right now, and I’m worried about permanent damage or complications if he doesn’t get care soon. I’ve also been notified over the phone by vets. This is something very urgent that it could lead to a blood infection or septic shock and he could pass.

I’m asking for help to cover the cost of an urgent vet visit, surgery , medications, and ear drops to treat his infection. Any amount you can contribute would mean the world and could save him from serious pain and potential long-term damage.

Even if you can’t donate, sharing this with friends and family could make a huge difference. Thank you from the bottom of my heart — and from Rebel , who deserves to feel better and be healthy again.