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Please helps us with the big vet bills for a sick little sparky banana

$1,532 of $1,638 goal
Given by 33 generous donors in 5 weeks

Help needed for Sparky’s big vet bills!

Auckland

**PLEASE READ PAGE UPDATES BELOW** for regular updates of information and progress.

[Original story]

As most of you know, Sparky has been very sick (with what has now been diagnosed as a bacterial crop infection) for the past week: vomiting, refusing to eat, pooping only urates, very lethargic and wobbly on his feet and lost a total of 20g grams. After attending two vet appointments (16 and 17 Feb) requiring x3 medications, x1 pain relief, comprehensive blood tests, crop & faecal cytology testing and a day stay at the vet for subcutaneous fluid therapy, the fees were much higher than I could manage.

After losing my father to cancer last year and being hospitalised and diagnosed with an auto immune kidney disease (at the same time), I left my job 4 months ago for my physical and mental health. It hurts my pride to admit that financially I am struggling to afford Sparky’s vet bill and would appreciate any small amount that can assist us during this really crappy time!

Lots of love Alisha, Sparky & Peanut

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Paying for Sparky’s vet bills, lab tests and medications.

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Thank you all so much!  26 March 2024

Our page has officially closed and we just wanted to say another huge thank you to everyone who helped out during this difficult time, whether it was donations, gifts, flowers or visits to the house for company! We are so incredibly grateful for all of you 💛🩷🧡

Peanut is really missing his buddy and has definitely been quieter and eating less, we hope he starts to feel like himself again soon!

We have created a beautiful shelf to remember our beloved Sparky and his ashes reside in a gorgeous white bird urn we can treasure forever.

Thanks again everyone, we truly couldn’t have given Sparky every chance without you. May our beautiful banana boy rest in peace and happiness forever! 🕊️💛

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Monique
Monique on 21 Feb 2024
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Alisha Coote

Thank you for your kindness!xx

Alisha Coote
Lee
Lee on 20 Feb 2024
Any friend of Jemma's is a friend of mine. Sorry it can't be more but if it was my Griffin and I couldn't pay I know I'd be grateful for even $5. So sorry for your loss x
$20
Alisha Coote

I’ve heard your name mentioned! Jemma is an absolute angel, don’t know what I’d do without her! Thank you so much for your kindness :)

Alisha Coote
Ava
Ava on 20 Feb 2024
$20
Alisha Coote

Thanks sweet girl xx

Alisha Coote
Sarsha
Sarsha on 20 Feb 2024
Sending so much love your way Alisha, Sparky will be missed dearly. Love from Sarsha & Skye ❤️🥺
$20
Alisha Coote

So much love for you and your baby skye! Thank you friends xx

Alisha Coote
Georgina
Georgina on 19 Feb 2024
My dearest Lishie, I’m so sorry this is happening to you guys, I’m hoping for a miracle 🌟 give sparky a big Georgie smoosh for me xx
$30
Alisha Coote

Love you Georgina! Thank you friend xx

Alisha Coote

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This campaign started on 17 Feb 2024 and ended on 25 Mar 2024.