BLUE
Hello. My name is Jessica and I am a 21 year cancer survivor. I was diagnosed when I was three years old (I am now 24) with Neuroblastoma Cancer. I had tumors wrapped around my spinal cord and my organs and was given a very small chance of even surviving the chemotherapy and radiation. I beat the odds although today, I am not without medical problems as a result from the chemo and radiation. I have a very hard time walking, sitting, standing, and getting up because of the pain in my hips, back and legs. About 6 years ago, my family and I adopted our labrador/retriever, Blue.

Since then, I have grown up and moved out on my own and Blue has come with me. She is the most intuitive, loving, wonderful dog that I have ever known. She helps me get up when I'm having a hard time, listens when I have to talk, and loves me unconditionally! Blue recently started scratching her ear causing an infection and a hematoma on the inside of her ear. While the vet and I had hoped that antibiotics and steroids would help everything to heal, I was told there might be a possibility that Blue would need surgery to drain the hematoma and suture her ear back together. It got to the point where it was obvious that Blue would need the surgery and being on my own, I was unsure about how I was going to be able to afford it. After all that Blue has done for me and continues to do, I only wanted her to be safe and free of the pain I could tell she had. My mom found the organization 'All for Pets' through Lori's Natural Foods Center and told me about it.

After speaking with Robyn, I felt a little better knowing that I might be able to get some help towards Blue's surgery. A few hours later, Robyn called me back to tell me that they would help pay for the surgery. It felt as if a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders knowing that my puppy would be able to finally get what she needed to get better and be free of the pain. It was amazing and I don't know how to thank Robyn and the committee for their help. It was because of them that Blue is doing wonderful today. It's 3 days after her surgery and she is already almost back to her regular puppy self! Thank You for this amazing gift of being able to help my dog feel better and for giving me my beautiful girl the help she needed so that we can take care of each other! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support, kind words, and help towards Blue's bright future! Love Always, Jessica and Blue

Thank You again for your help. Blue is doing very well. She came home the same day she went in and the surgery went great. I am attaching a picture of us for your website along with some information about us! Thank You again for helping me take care of my baby. I don't know how I would have been able to pull it off and make sure that she was safe and pain free if it weren't for you and your organization!

A NOTE OF THANKS
A note of thanks for assisting my daughter Jessia with getting help for her 6 year old black lab mix, friend, family member and "dog nurse' Blue. Blue was having horrible symptoms of scratching and shaking which resulted in a hematoma in her ear and extensive loss of fur resulting in a surgery and open wound areas. Blue is now being treated for allergies and is still in medical treatment.

The reason Blue is so important to Jess, is of course the love and companionship, but Jess is a Cancer surviver of 24 years and has multiple health issues herself, including mobility. Blue helps her get up out of bed and chairs. Blue also acts as Ears for Jess (door, smoke alarm, microwave, ...) as Jessica is also hearing impaired from her treatments.

Thank you for helping and putting my mind at ease.

Sincere Thanks and God Bless,
From a Mom - Jessica's Mom

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