Support Gene's Heart Health Journey

Title: Please Help Save My Sweet Cat, Gene – He Needs an Echo

UPDATE: Due to the donations received, we were able to get all the testing & bloodwork done to get definitive answers to what is going on with Gene's health. An echocardiogram, X-ray, and multiple blood panels were done in these past few weeks. Gene has an official bill of clean health - his heart just happens to be too large for his chest, which is what initially started the need for this testing to be done to confirm/deny if he has HCM, a deadly heart disease in cats.

I cannot thank each & every one of you enough for your donations. Without you, I would never have been able to get these answers.

Hi everyone,

I’m reaching out with a heavy heart to ask for help for my sweet cat, Gene. He’s more than just a pet — he’s family, my constant source of comfort and joy. Recently, we received some concerning news from the vet. Gene has been showing signs of heart issues (HCM), and the vet strongly recommended that he get an echocardiogram to figure out exactly what’s going on and how to treat it.

The cost of the echo and potential follow-up care is more than I can manage right now, but I can’t bear the thought of not doing everything possible to help him. The echocardiogram alone is estimated to be around $800, and any additional testing will add to that cost.

Gene has been by my side through so much — the good days and the hard ones. He’s the first face I see in the morning, the soft purr that helps me fall asleep at night, and the sweetest little soul who’s brought so much love into my life. I just want to make sure he’s healthy and comfortable, and that we have many more years together.

If you’re able to donate — even just a few dollars — it would mean the world to me and to Gene. If you can’t donate, sharing this post would be just as appreciated. Every little bit helps, and I promise to keep you updated on his progress.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading this and for any support you can offer. Gene and I are so grateful for your kindness and love.

With love and gratitude,

Caroline