Surgery for Azula: We Need Your Help

Hey everyone,

I never thought I’d be in a position to ask for help like this, but here I am, reaching out for my best friend—my sweet girl, Azula. She’s not just a dog; she’s my adventure buddy, my shadow, my heart. Azula is the most loyal, loving, and curious soul, always ready to chase a ball, explore a new trail, or just snuggle up after a long day.

A few days ago, while doing what she loves most—playing outside—she tore her CCL. Watching her struggle to walk, unable to run and play like she used to, has been absolutely heartbreaking. She still wags her tail, still tries to be her usual spunky self, but I can see the pain in her eyes. She needs surgery to get back to the active, happy life she deserves, and unfortunately, it’s a cost I just can’t afford on my own.

As a full-time nursing student, I’m already drowning in school loans and barely keeping up with daily expenses. Every penny I have goes toward making ends meet, and right now, there’s just nothing extra for something like this. But Azula means the world to me—she’s my light on the hardest days, my reason to keep pushing forward. I just want to give her the chance to heal and get back to the joyful, adventurous life she loves.

As of 02/26/2025, my dogs orthopedic surgeon is pricing us at $3,800 ($4500 after all post op necessities) for a Cranial Cruciate Ligament surgery. I can only cover $2,000 at the moment. If you can donate anything, no matter how small, it would mean everything to us. And if you can’t donate, a share or a kind word goes a long way. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me give Azula the care she needs. She’s given me unconditional love every single day—I just want to do the same for her.

With gratitude,

Ivanna Gonzalez