05/07/2025
gofund.me/5627ee2f
Help Us Save Duke, Our Family’s Loyal Companion
Hi, my name is Ryan, and I’m reaching out with a heavy heart for help with our beloved dog, Duke.
Duke is a half-boxer, half-bulldog who has been part of our family for seven years. My girlfriend rescued him from a terrible situation—he was neglected for so long that no one even knew how long he’d been there. The night she brought him home, he climbed into her lap and never left her side. He was her only companion through some of the hardest times, and he helped her through the beginning of the pandemic until she met me.
When I met my girlfriend, I quickly realized how important Duke was to her. I wanted to spend more time with her, so I suggested she bring Duke over. From that night on, he never left my house—and he became my best friend, too. Two years ago, our daughter Remedy was born, and Duke instantly became her protector and best buddy. She’s never known life without him.
Duke is also blind, but you’d never know it from the way he loves us and especially our daughter Remedy. Even though he can’t see her, he always knows when she’s near-he feels her hugs, hears her laughter, and somehow, they always find each other. Their bond is proof that love doesn’t need sight.
Recently, Duke’s health has taken a turn. A couple of years ago, he had a seizure, and we managed it with gabapentin. But now, he’s having seizures every morning, (4 in total now) and he struggles to get up after each one. He needs a new medication—phenobarbital—and a full vet workup, including bloodwork and a rabies shot. The costs are overwhelming: new patient fees, tests, shots, and medication, which could easily total $1,000 or more. We’ve tried everything, including applying for CareCredit, but we were denied, and we have nothing left to put toward his care.
Duke is more than a pet—he’s family. He’s been there for us through every challenge, and now he needs our help. We’re asking for help to cover his medical costs so he can get the treatment he needs and continue being Remedy’s best friend.
Any amount helps, and we promise to document Duke’s journey and share updates with everyone who supports us. If we raise more than we need for his immediate care, every extra dollar will go toward improving Duke’s quality of life.
Thank you for reading Duke’s story and for any help you can give. Your kindness means the world to our family.
gofund.me/5627ee2f
