Doncaster family's £2,000 funding appeal plea after beloved dog's cancer diagnosis
The family have launched an appeal for their cancer stricken pet
A devastated Doncaster family have launched a £2,000 crowdfunding appeal to raise cash to pay for treatment for their beloved family dog after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Dan Tough is raising funds for his dog, Chase, a four-year-old Sprocker Spaniel, after a lump removed from his mouth was confirmed to be cancerous.
The dog now needs to see a veterinary oncologist and undergo further investigations, including a CT scan, to find out how far the cancer has progressed and whether it can be treated - and his insurance has already been maxed out at £1,000.
Writing on the funding page, which you can donate to here https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-chase-beat-cancer-4bs6d - Dan said: “Our amazing little boy, Chase, has brought us an unbelievable amount of love, happiness and chaos into our lives at just four years old.
“Chase is one of those dogs who is loved by absolutely everyone who meets him.
“He’s such a happy, affectionate dog and full of character.
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“We cannot imagine our lives without him.
“Recently, Chase developed a lump in his mouth.
“Having had previous lumps that were benign, we hoped this would be the same.
“Unfortunately, after having the lump removed and sent away for testing, we received the devastating news that it is cancerous.
“The next step is to see a veterinary oncologist and have further investigations, including a CT scan, to find out how far the cancer has progressed and, most importantly, whether it can be treated.
“We desperately want to give our little boyo every possible chance.
“Unfortunately, we have now maxed out his insurance after the costs of removing and testing the lump, as well as an unfortunate little incident involving a cheeky grass seed!
“This means that any further investigations and treatment will now have to be paid for by us.
“We know times are difficult for everyone, and absolutely anything would be a huge help — whether this is the smallest of donations, or sharing this page. It would mean the world to us.
“Chase is only 4. He has so much more life, love, and sloppy kisses left to give.
“We just want the chance to find out what can be done and give our little boyo the best possible chance. Any donations that exceeds what we need for Chase will be donated to an animal charity.”