In June 2025, my dog Oona was diagnosed with Immune Mediated Thrombocytopenia (IMT), a life-threatening autoimmune condition where her body destroys its own platelets. The scariest moment came when she suddenly started vomiting blood — her platelet count had nearly bottomed out, and we were told she could have died.

Since her diagnosis, Oona has required intensive medical management. She was immediately started on high-dose steroids and immune suppressant medications to stop her immune system from attacking her platelets. The treatment requires constant monitoring — she's been to the vet nearly 30 times for blood count checks and medication adjustments. Every time we attempt to taper her steroids, we hold our breath waiting for blood test results to ensure her platelet levels remain stable.

This ongoing battle has completely drained my savings. Between emergency visits, weekly blood panels, follow-up appointments, and the cost of steroids and immune suppressants, we're looking at $5,000 in medical expenses.

Oona saved me during the hardest season of my life after losing my grandmother. Now it's my turn to fight for her. Any contribution toward her medical costs would mean the world to us.