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Saying Goodbye, and Moving On

$219 donated
Given by 8 generous donors in 5 weeks

Helping a bereaved couple recover financially after the loss of a beloved pet; facilitating our move to a healthier home.

Wellington

On Saturday May 13 my partner and I had to take our girl to the after hours vet, on Monday May 15 she was admitted to the vet, and on Tuesday May 17 we had to say goodbye. I started with $2226.27 in my savings, and so far we have spent $2162.92 trying to save her, $69.67 on transport, and $137.87 on fast food when we didn’t have the will or energy to cook. We still have to pay for her cremation and urn, which I expect will be steep.

Nymeria was my emotional support cat, and we are devastated.

The money in my savings was supposed to be for moving expenses. We have been looking for somewhere more suitable to live for over 2 years now, and a big reason it’s been difficult is because we needed a pet friendly place that was within walking distance to a vet (Nymi was absolutely terrified of cars). We are more likely to be able to find a place now, but it will take a long time to save up for moving expenses again. The flat we are currently in is too small and damp; it features 5 different colours of mould, and there’s a lot of it. Living here is bad for both our physical and mental health.

$3000 would cover everything we’ve spent so far, and I think most of the cremation and urn (I think the quote was ~$800). Any money at all would be a big help! Please don’t go out of pocket though, times are rough all round.

Thanks ♥

A & A

Use of funds

Recovery of vet bills and transport costs. Cremation and urn for Nymi. Bond, furniture, and other moving costs. If we somehow receive more than we need for moving, any extra will be donated to Cat’s Protection Wellington (at the request of our vet).

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Last update  26 June 2023

Not really sure what to say here, but we broke up. Money is still a problem, but it's complicated, and I don't really feel comfortable leaving the fundraiser up anymore. Thanks again to everyone who donated ♥

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Riley
Riley on 22 May 2023
Losing a pet is never easy...My sincerest condolences on your loss. They're family too.
$20
Alex Macale

Alex: "Thanks Riley. Yeah it's a massive loss that's compounded with housing stress factors. We're trudging along."

Alex Macale
Rosaria
Rosaria on 22 May 2023
Losing a pet is so hard. I've been there.
$30
Alex Macale

Alex: "Thank you Zari, we really appreciate you <3 "

Alex Macale
Francis
Francis on 19 May 2023
Lots of love to you Alex at this hard time!
$5
Alex Macale

Thank you so much Francis! It's rough eh? We both hope you're doing well <3

Alex Macale
Hailey
Hailey on 18 May 2023
Sorry for your loss :(
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Alex Macale

Thank you Hailey. It's rough and I'm sorry you're feeling bad about it. Thank you so much for your donation, we both really appreciate it as well as you.

Alex Macale
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Guest Donor on 18 May 2023
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Alex Macale

Thank you *very* kindly. That was a lovely donation to make <3

Alex Macale

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This campaign started on 16 May 2023 and ended on 26 Jun 2023.