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Hey everyone, my name is Kat Townsend. I'm a full-time student and I work part-time. I spend most of my time in class or studying, and when I'm not there I am working. The limited income I do have from the few hours I have available to work goes towards my education and my animals, who are a huge part of my life.
The passed year has been pretty rough for both Aussie and myself. In addition to Aussie's tumor problem, a few months ago he was hit by a car in our neighborhood. It was terrifying to say the least, but he's been doing really great and seems to have made a full recovery. However, my wallet has not. I do not have much money left over to afford anything other than our food and my bills.
With that being said, here is why I need this money so badly. Several months ago Aussie's vet noticed a very small lump under his tail. She said not to be too concerned, but to monitor it. I was hopeful it was nothing, but it started to grow pretty quickly. In the course of this time it has grown to about the size of a golf ball, making it very uncomfortable for him to sit on his hind legs. Additionally, he now has an even larger mass on his right side and two smaller ones starting on his left side and chest. Our vet has informed us that the best course of action is to remove the one under his tail first and send it away to see if these are malignant or not. Before we can even get to that part he has to be examined again which costs just a little above $140 on its own. After this, the procedure itself that will end up being over $900, not including medications afterward and whatever the results show.
Aussie is an incredibly important part of my life. I picked him out of his litter when I was 10 years old and since then he has been the best companion anyone could ask for. He is a huge part of our family and everybody adores him. He's a loving, attentive, 80 pound dog who still thinks he belongs in your lap. He watches over my grandmother when we aren't around and keeps her company, he lets our cats sleep on his head, and he sits with me when my anxiety because almost unbearable. I could go on for ages about how amazing he is and how much we love him, but there just isn't enough space for that.
I am very optimistic that if treated soon, whatever is causing this can be remedied. But, I need some help with that. I really do not like asking for money. I work very hard for the things I do have, but right now I am not at a solid enough place to do what needs to be done on my own. Any and every bit of assistance is more appreciated than I know how to articulate.
Thank you for taking the time to read through my cause, and please consider helping me to keep my best buddy healthy and happy.
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