I need this!

Hi all just an update on Toby. The surgery was a success but the recovery part is also even scarier. He still cant move his back legs but the doctor said that it will take a while for him until he starts walking again. With the amount of money that is accumulating over time regarding Toby's operation it's begining to be almost too much for my family to handle alone. I've been posting these flyers all over the Internet--different dachshund message boards, CraigsList, Meetup.com, MySpace, My-Donation.com, everywhere! I also recylce cans in order to raise a little extra cash. Every penny counts! I'm even going to work full-time at Chili's just to help pay it off! I'm even contemplating on giving up my internship over the summer so I can dedicate my time towards making enough money for the Tobster.

Toby has brought so much happiness to my friends, family, and especially me. I feel like it's my duty to take care of him and give him another chance to live. I'm not giving up on him!

So I thank all of you from the bottom of my heart. Thank you for the support, it really means a lot to me.


Toby needs your help!






My dachshund Toby was recently diagnosed with intervertebral disk disease (IVDD). He ruptured one of his disks and had to undergo extensive surgery to help him gain mobility again.


Approximately one in four Dachshunds will experience a disk problem during their lives. Because the Dachshund's back is extra long, the spine is vulnerable to injury. When a dog jumps from a high place, landing first on its two short front legs, the force is transferred down the spinal column from the top, compressing the vertebrae and disks, greatly increasing the chances a disk will herniate, or squeeze out from between the protective vertebrae, compression and possibly injuring the spinal chord.


The price of Toby's operation is gradually going higher everyday he is at the hospital and we need your help! Any donation would be greatly appreciated. For those of you who have pets or have lost one should know how much they are a part of your family and Toby is a big part of ours. We greatly appreciate your generosity and prayers in hopes that Toby will have a successful recovery. THANK YOU!!! in advanced.



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