Retired Police K9 Vet Costs:"Eliot" needs our help

It has been a scary week for retired K-9 Eliot. He was rushed to the emergency vet while having multiple seizures and suffering from the side effects. It was not known if there could be a brain tumor or other underlying issue and the vet recommended immediate testing to diagnose his condition with a neurologist. Yesterday (5/11/21), Eliot was seen and went through several testing, which included the following: blood work, brain MRI, spinal tap, chest/abdominal x-rays, staging before anesthesia, medication to go home, radiology report, fluids, and IV catheter. Eliot was diagnosed with "Idiopathic Epilepsy: late stage" and is now on medication to help prevent future seizures. We are hoping to give him the best chance possible to continue a comfortable retirement.

K-9 Eliot Bohemia Bells served over 7 years with the Newark Police Department (CA) as a patrol K9. Eliot was trained in apprehension, narcotics, and tracking. Eliot spent thousands of hours training to keep his proficiency in order to serve the community. Eliot always put his life on the line when it came down to apprehending suspects without hesitation and never backing down; even when a suspect was attempting to gouge out his eyes. Not many K9s can go from a high drive and stressful environment at work to a calm and gentle demeanor with his cats at home. Eliot is loved by many and is not just seen as a retired working dog, but is family.

It is our turn to help support K9 Eliot. Police dogs are selfless and would give the ultimate sacrifice in order to protect and serve. They are owed a great retirement with their families after their years of service. When Eliot honorably retired, his handler purchased him from the city for $1. Thus, all financial responsibility falls on the family from then forward. It's time for the community to give back to Eliot for his fearless and courageous acts of service on the front line.

Retired K-9 Eliot is improving and the cost for Eliot's vet bill is $5,667, which includes his medication to go home. The Police and Working K-9 Foundation has donated $1,000. from their Cover Your K-9 Retired K-9 Care Fund leaving a balance of $4,667. The goal is to raise $4,600 to help K9 Eliot and any amount to pitch in and help would be greatly appreciated.

We appreciate everyone's donation towards K9 Eliot and hope everyone is staying healthy and safe. Eliot is turning 12 this June and we are hoping to spend as long as possible with him and will do whatever it takes to ensure his health and happiness, because he is family.

NOTE: If we surpass our goal amount the extra funds will be donated to retired K9s in need.

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