I’m So Sorry To Even Ask

Hey...

Firstly, I’m beyond sorry to even have to ask for help, It’s taking everything I have to do this. Those of you that know me , know I don’t don’t do this, I’d much rather be the one helping others.

But here I am, devastated and desperate.

Due to Covid I lost my main client earlier this year, and since then we’ve been living on one income.

For those of you that don’t know, I save animals. I’ve been rescuing, fostering, and rehoming kitties for as long as I can remember.

Besides mothering my 2 daughters, my days are chaotic and spent caring for my father who is a paranoid schizophrenic, and his sister, my mentally disabled aunt.

Saving the lives of helpless animals, is what gives me peace. It’s kindof my way to give back to the universe.

Today I noticed our two year old cat, Leonidus, didn’t look right. He was breathing faster than usual, not moving, and would cry/growl every time you touched his abdomen. I had my husband rush him to the emergency vet. After x-rays and $1000 later, we were informed he has a blockage and inflammation in his intestines. Surgery was quoted at $8000-$9000.

Because emergency vets are always more expensive, I’m calling to get him in to our regular vet tomorrow, to get their price for the surgery. It probably won’t be as expensive, but I know it’s still gonna be around $5000.

All of the animals in my home are vaccinated, fixed/spayed, microchipped, and have yearly check ups.

I promise we are far from negligent pet owners..just regular, hard-working humans, doing our best to survive in the Bay Area, Ca.

Leo brings this household so much joy and happiness, and I cannot imagine a life without him. He deserves a chance. I have to try.

I know there are many others going through much worse, and I know some will look at me funny for wanting so desperately to save a cat..

But he’s so much more than just a cat to us.

(I wish I could convey this in such a way that everyone would understand, but I don’t even know how to right now...I’m so heartbroken.)

The world is going through rough times, and I understand this is a big ask, and a slim chance..

ANY and EVERYTHING is appreciated, even a penny and a prayer..

Thank you so much for even reading this..

All my love and gratitude,

Crystal