BE A HERO TO HECKTOR
On Thursday, July 12 I was woken by the worst sound I've ever heard, my sweet Hecktor gasping for breath. And while dogs cannot speak the look on his little face was fearful.
Within the hour we had made it to the emergency vet and found out that his Chronic Mitral Valve Disease (CMVD) had progressed to Congestive Heart Failure (CHF). Prognosis for CHF is 6-18 months once diagnosed if the patient is placed on medication, which Hecktor has been. However, with the underlying cause being CMVD there is a surgery available to completely repair and reverse the the degeneration of Hecktor's Mitral Valve. The downside to this surgery is that it costs $50,000.
I have weighed asking for this help or letting this disease run its course, but when I think about it I truly feel that I would not be doing the best by Hecktor if I did not do everything I could to not only extend his life, but to bring back the quality of life that he so much deserves.
With Hecktor being an otherwise active and healthy pup, this surgery potentially extends his life by 5-8 years, significantly longer than without it. The surgery also will allow Hecktor to experience a higher quality of life too. He will likely be able to stop all medications and get back to his active lifestyle of running, long walks, playing fetch and playing with his sister Alice.
Be Hecktor's Hero, Make a donation Today!!!
Your generous donation will directly fund a critical surgery for Hecktor who is facing an urgent medical condition. Donations in excess of the surgery amount will be pledged to Paws 4 A Cure or The Pet Fund. Every contribution ensures that these beloved animals receive the care they need to recover and thrive. Your support means a second chance at life for pets who bring joy and companionship to their families. Together, we can make a difference and give these pets a brighter future. Thank you for your kindness and compassion.
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