For Gerda and Kay: A Story of Survival, Love, and Urgent Need.
We have a medical case we need your help with—and this one is anything but ordinary.
Almost two years ago, Gerda and Kay were found as tiny puppies, abandoned in a box near Dnipro, Ukraine. From the very beginning, Gerda was the brave one. She was the first to be picked up, the first to greet visitors at the shelter, and the first to run out for treats. Full of spirit and confidence, she always led the way.
Kay, her gentle brother, was never far behind. Born with only three legs, he never let that slow him down. Where Gerda went, Kay followed. Her presence gave him courage. They’ve been inseparable ever since.
Recently, something changed.
The shelter team noticed that Gerda wasn’t feeling well. A vet exam and testing revealed gallbladder disease and a suspicious growth on her liver. She’s now in the ICU section of the shelter, receiving fluids, medication, and a special diet—but she urgently needs surgery, scheduled for this coming Saturday.
And it’s not just Gerda who’s struggling.
Since she became ill, Kay has stopped eating. He won’t come out of his kennel, and he seems lost without his sister. The only time he perks up is when they’re together. Irina, one of the shelter’s devoted volunteers, brings him to visit Gerda every day, and only then will he eat. Their bond is powerful, and Kay’s well-being is directly tied to Gerda’s.
We truly need your support. If you’re able, please consider making a gift to help cover the cost of Gerda’s surgery. It’s not just for her—it’s for Kay, too. Because when Gerda heals, he will begin to heal as well. Thank you for being part of their story and for helping us make sure that these two never have to face the world without each other.
