Service Member Reunited With Pet After 7 Years.

My name is Manuel Vejar,

I joined the Navy in 2009 and served my country for going on 11 years.

In 2011 I purchased a puppy that I named Champ while on deployment during operation enduring freedom and operation new dawn.

In 2013 I separated from the Navy and was finally able to go home and reunite with my pup. Approximately a year later Champ would inevitably escape the house.

I searched everywhere for my dog, had people report his whereabouts for weeks afterward with no luck of me finding my pup. 

7 years later, 07/10/2020, A local farmer found him running around on his ranch, Champ was not as friendly anymore, but the farmer still continued to try to reach out to him. After continuous feeding and care, Champ became friendly with the farmer. Approximately 10 days later, the farmer noticed Champ had a limp in his leg, so as any kind hearted person would do, he took Champ into the vet to identify what the problem may be.

I received a knock on my door from the local Animal Control unit who gave me extremely shocking news that my pup was ALIVE! I could not believe my ears, the dog that I had missed so much had actually been alive this entire time! I rushed over to the hospital to see my boy! Unfortunately, his elbow is out of place and it will take surgery to repair his arm close to 100%

I am currently in the process of buying a house with my girlfriend and soon to be newborn baby boy.

It would mean the absolute world to me if I could get help with the medical expenses regarding Champs elbow. I am sure it would mean even more to him.