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Please Help Save Barney with surgery.

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Meet Barney, a sweet old dog who has had a rough start to his golden years. Barney was found in a home where his dad passed away, leaving him and another dog alone for 5 days without food or water. His brother was taken but nobody wanted to take on Barney in his state and he needed medical attention. When he came into my care, he was matted, messy, scared and clearly in pain.
After just hours in my care, I knew that Barney deserved a chance at a happy, comfortable life, and I was determined to give him that opportunity. Taking him to a local shelter would have likely meant the end of his story, as senior dogs with medical needs often have limited options. I couldn’t bear the thought of Barney’s story ending there. He deserved a chance to experience love, compassion, and proper medical care no matter his disability. That’s why I made the commitment to provide him with a loving and caring home, but I knew that his medical needs were beyond my means.
Barney’s situation is a reminder that every life, regardless of age or medical condition, is valuable and worthy of a second chance. With the right care and support, senior dogs like Barney have so much love and joy left to give.
A recent visit to the vet revealed that Barney is mostly blind with a large serious mass on his side, which is causing him great discomfort and difficulty in moving and laying down. I didn’t need a visit to the vet to see this enormous mass on him, I just needed to know what it was and if it could be removed so that Barney could have a better life. After doing blood work and an exam we found that he is healthy enough for surgery.
Barney deserves much better after enduring such hardship. Despite his age, he still has so much love to give and needs a caring loving home, which I am willing to provide. However, he urgently needs surgery to remove the mass, which is estimated to cost upwards of $3,500. Your support can make all the difference in Barney’s life by donating to his medical care.
I am reaching out to our community for help with raising funds for Barney’s surgery. Your support can give Barney the chance to live out the rest of his days in comfort and happiness. Every donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference in Barney’s life. Together, we can help this brave old soul experience the love and care he so rightfully deserves.
Your generosity will not only change Barney’s life but will also bring hope and joy to everyone who has been touched by his story. You would not only be giving him a chance at a pain-free life, but you would also affirm the value of every living being, no matter their circumstances. Please consider donating and sharing this campaign to help us reach our goal to give Barney the chance for a happy and healthy future.
Thank you for your kindness and compassion. Let’s come together to make a difference for Barney!

Fundraising team (3)

Colleen Shirley
Organizer
Oakridge, OR
Ashley Kleiven
Team member
Micki Vroman
Team member

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