Aight so I know I just closed commissions down, and opening them back up will probably delay things for those who still have pieces on my queue, and I'm sorry for all that. But I'm having a bit of a dog emergency and I need a bit of help getting him to the vet. I'm willing to offer very low-cost pieces in order to help him out, so I hope you're willing to commission, or at least spread the word.

First, the story:

So my White German Shepherd Buck has a 'bubble' on his right side that is right under his lungs and near the top of his organs. We saw his annuals doctor and they said it could either be cancer, a cyst, or a build-up of fat or blood. If it was cancer it could be deadly, of course, and if it was a cyst or fat/blood it could keep growing and pop onto his organs, killing him painfully. It could also grow to the point where it obstructs his lungs and makes it hard to breathe. Anyways, none of these options sound good. The doctors said to take him to a vet for a biopsy -- to excise some cells from the bubble and see which option it was. I kept begging my mom to take my boy but she kept saying "later"... And of course, "later" never came.

The last few days he's been bleeding from his mouth whenever he gets worked up or excited. We don't see any cuts or bad dental issues in his mouth or on his tongue or gums so we're not sure if he's actually bleeding from the mouth... I'm just praying the bleeding isn't internal. I'd like to finally get him to the vet to get his bubble checked, and once we get the results back, find out where to go from there. I've got my fingers crossed that there will be no cancer, though.

I also hope to maybe pick up some pain pills for him. I know a lot of people are harshly opposed to medicating animals but when he gets a bad episode of hip and back pains (White German Shepherds have awful arthritis and hip displaysia problems) trust me when I say you'd want nothing more than to end the pain for him. He goes through pain surely every day, just dealing with it like a trooper, but after a walk or after his aunt comes to play with him outside, the squeaks of discomfort are the worst thing an owner -- a friend -- could hear from their dog.

So we're probably looking at a visit (30 at our trusted vet), and a biopsy (which I believe they said is 125) and then some meds or treats for relaxation (at least 50) which brings us up to 205. In the case we need any buffer room I'd like to have at least 225 for him, but whatever amount I end up with I will be unbelievable grateful for.

Now, the art:

I will be offering flat fullbodies for only $5. They will be quickly done -- I will try to assure a quick turnaround so I can get back to my normal queue sooner than later -- but they will still be done as well as I can offer. More information about this commission type can be found here: https://www.furaffinity.net/view/24284037/

I will also offer full headshot badges -- inked bust with flat colors and character name on a gradient or simple background, ready to be laminated -- for the same price.

Another great friend of mine and very talented artist, , will also be helping out my pup in this effort. I am extremely grateful to her for this and I will never be able to thank her enough. If you'd like to grab a piece from her instead (and I don't blame you) feel free to check out her post over here: https://www.furaffinity.net/view/24283089/

I hope you are willing to help me help my dog. If not, any spreading of the word or donation would also be appreciated more than you'd know. Please note for Paypal, and please have a fantastic day.

Thanks for reading, and for any consideration.
~Fenris