Our baby and CEO, Jax, has been our rock, our emotional support dog, and the heart and soul of Nummy Nums Organic Pet Treats. A 6-year-old Jack Russell Terrier, he's been by our side since November 13, 2018, and has been a constant source of love and companionship.
Jax has been through a lot in his life, and his strength and resilience have inspired us to create a business that celebrates the joy and love that dogs bring to our lives. It's because of Jax that we started Nummy Nums, a company dedicated to providing high-quality, organic treats for our furry friends.
Unfortunately, Jax recently faced a health challenge. Back in August 2023, he began limping, and after a visit to the vet, we learned that he had torn his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), also known as the CCL in dogs. This painful injury required a TPLO repair surgery, which cost us almost the entirety of our savings.
Jax underwent the surgery on his right hind leg in November 2023, and it was a success. However, as we learned, dogs who tear one CCL are at a higher risk of tearing the other. And sadly, that's exactly what happened. Jax recently tore the CCL in his left hind leg.
As a small business owner, I'm doing my best to save money for Jax's medical expenses, but it's a constant struggle. The cost of living in Hawaii, coupled with the expenses of running a business and caring for two dogs, can be overwhelming.
We've decided to start a GoFundMe campaign to help raise the funds needed for Jax's second TPLO repair surgery. We're also planning to launch a special fundraiser next week, featuring an exclusive treat with a portion of the proceeds going directly towards his medical care.
We're incredibly grateful for the love and support we've received from our community. Your kindness means the world to us. We'll continue to share updates on Jax's journey on our blog and Instagram.
Thank you for being a part of our story and we love you all so much!
With love and aloha,
Auntie Cierra, Uncle Jason, Jax and Kylo
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