Hello, Milo here.  I’m only two years old but I’m already in desperate need of long term care and sponsorship.  Please will you help me?

It’s tough being two and knowing that I’m going to need a lifetime of treatment to keep me alive and able to enjoy my life.  Apparently I have a heart murmur with severe sub-aortic stenosis type 2 and considerable left ventricular hypertrophy, which sounds serious and indeed it is.  Put more simply, this is a narrowing of the valves of my heart and a thickening of the walls of my heart, all of which needs constant monitoring.  I have regular echocardiograms (ultrasound scans) to make sure I’m on the right medication and I visit the vet every three months so they can make sure my lungs are clear.

I’ve had my heart problems since birth but I’ve learnt to live with them and to not let all the medical care get me down.  I’m very lucky to have some good friends to keep my spirits up.  There’s little Ralphie, plus my two lady friends – Mabel and Amber – who come on walks with me.  I have a great home life too which includes plenty of toys – the squeakier the better – and I like to use these to get the attention of my foster mum. I’m not a fan of the telephone and will use any means available to cause a distraction when someone is on a call. Jumping and barking usually do the trick.  I’m generally forgiven though, particularly if I remember to bring them a slipper or a shoe to say sorry. 

Despite my considerable health issues I’m managing to keep positive and look towards the future.  I love playing with adults, children and my four-legged friends and I have lots to give, and to live for – particularly if there’s a chicken treat from time to time.  I’m often told that I’m a handsome young chap and that cheers me up no end.  I’m hoping that you’ll want to help me live my best life by sponsoring me. Please click HERE