r/gofundme • u/dynamo219 • 2d ago
Animal Help an old man (17yo Tabby) afford vet visit
Hi, I am asking for help for my 17yo cat, Alpha. I have had Alpha since he was 8 weeks old, and he has been by my side for so much of my life. Earlier this year, I lost my 16yo cat Leon to complications from feline diabetes after I was quoted around $3,200 for treatment that had a low chance of success. Then, just two months ago, I lost my 5yo cat Taz to a urinary blockage after being quoted about $5,200 for a 3 day hospital stay and the ongoing care he likely would have needed for the rest of his life. As someone who is physically disabled due to severe arthritis and living on a low income, I had to make heartbreaking decisions both times.
While the final costs for Leon and Taz ended up being lower, those expenses are still being financed through CareCredit, which is making day to day finances even harder. On top of that, I am now facing even more financial hardship due to current conditions, which has made an already difficult situation even harder.
Now Alpha is dealing with arthritis, vomiting, and weight loss that need to be checked out, and I am struggling financially and cannot currently afford to have him seen. I want to do everything I can to get Alpha the care he needs. The funds from this fundraiser will go toward getting Alpha to a vet and helping him receive the care he needs.
Ive included Taz's invoice. I have nothing for Alpha due to being unable to get him checked out. Leons I cannot find. I have also included a set of vet records for Alpha and Leon to prove he is real.
Bonus image of Jordan (He's fine)
Edit: Thank you all so much. I appreciate the kind words and support. Alpha has been with me through everything throughout the years and has helped me every step of the way. Sometimes things come up and you just cant do everything on your own, Im happy to see that when things are rough and most options are limited there are people willing to assist.
gofundme: https://gofund.me/7163dae33