Her Loyal Friend Needs Spleen Removal Surgery To Prevent The Spread Of A Tumor That’s Threatening His Life
Brooklyn, New York. Anna’s life changed for the better when she adopted Storm as a senior surrender five years ago. In their short but sweet time together, they’ve already weathered a great deal.
Anna had to set up a GoFundMe last year when Storm developed a “rapid-spread and anti-biotic resistant staph infection.”
Thankfully, donors helped save Storm’s foot, giving her another chance to live a goofy, carefree life with her family.
Sadly, Anna and Storm are in a scary situation once again and have turned to the GoFundMe community for support.
A few weeks ago, x-ray imaging showed that Storm’s spleen was swelling in size. Her vet told them there was a 2/3 chance that the tumor was cancerous, but it would continue to grow and damage her other organs even if it weren’t.
Unlike other tumors, this type fills with blood and is at risk for rupture, which the vet explained could cause “catastrophic internal damage.” In the case of this tumor, it will inevitably spread and eventually rupture.
GoFundMe; pictured above is Storm
But there is hope for Storm’s recovery if the vet can complete a spleen removal surgery as soon as possible.
A splenectomy would prevent the tumor’s spread, as well as the risk of internal bleeding.
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As a registered support dog, Storm makes an incredible difference in Anna’s life, and she won’t lose her best friend without a fight.
But the projected surgery cost is $6,000, and Anna is struggling to find the extra funds as a special educator in the public school system.
Though Anna posted the GoFundMe only five days ago, donors have already contributed and commented well wishes.
One donor championed “supporting our paw friends.” Another donated and wrote, “To more time with a loved one. Wish I could’ve saved my Kody.”
Hopefully, Anna finds herself with another effective fundraiser, and Storm can have a successful surgery and speedy recovery.
If you’d like to support Storm and Anna, you can donate here.
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