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Eight months of commuting from Cavite to BGC, and my wallet is definitely feeling the burn from petrol prices.

But honestly? Every single time I catch a view like this, the stress just completely evaporates. Worth it.

Hello everyone!

I am humbly asking for your help for our beloved cat, Gatsby.

Gatsby is the sweetest, gentlest, and most affectionate cat we’ve ever had. He’s quiet by nature, but he always follows us around and loves being close to us. He is more than just a pet, he’s a cherished member of our family.

I am still a student with very limited financial resources. I always do my best to provide for my pets, but this emergency came so suddenly that I was so unprepared for the overwhelming medical expenses.

Three days ago, we noticed that Gatsby was having difficulty urinating. We suspected he had a urinary blockage, but we hesitated to bring him to the veterinary clinic because we knew we couldn’t afford hospitalization if it became necessary.

The following day, his condition worsened. He started vomiting, could only pass a very small amount of urine, and cried out in pain. His bladder had become hard due to the blockage, and he completely lost his appetite. He became weak, lethargic, and could barely move.

We rushed him to PCPB Makati, where the veterinarian inserted a urinary catheter and drained his bladder. They found crystals and blood in his urine. Unfortunately, we were unable to proceed with the recommended laboratory tests because they would cost an additional ₱3,700, which we simply could not afford at the time. The veterinarian allowed us to bring him home with medications and instructions to monitor him closely.

However, only two hours after we arrived home, Gatsby’s condition suddenly became much worse. He developed labored breathing, became extremely weak, could no longer stand, and barely responded to us. We immediately rushed him back to PBCB Makati, where he is now confined.

The veterinarian informed us that Gatsby’s condition is critical and that he has only a 50/50 chance of survival. Despite this, we refuse to give up on him. He depends on us, and we want to do everything we can to give him the best chance to recover.

As of August 7, 2026, here is the current breakdown of his medical expenses:

• Initial consultation and procedures: ₱4,770 ($78.41) (€67.79)
• Estimated confinement bill: ₱15,000 ($246.57)
(€213.15)
(excluding special medications and prescription food)

Current hospital expenses include:
• Pet ICU – ₱1,500 per day ($24.66) (€21.32)
• Infusion pump (5 days) – ₱1,000 ($16.44) (€14.21)
• CBC & Chem 7 – ₱3,700 ($60.82) (€52.58)

These expenses are far beyond what I can afford as student. I am humbly asking for your kindness and support. Any amount, no matter how small, will go directly toward Gatsby’s medical treatment and recovery. If you’re unable to donate, your prayers, kind words, and sharing this post would mean the world to us. Thank you so much for helping Gatsby in any way you can.

We are holding onto hope that he will recover and come home to us soon. 🥺

God bless you all! May your pockets never run dry.

UPDATE: As of August 9, 2026
Funds raised: ₱2,400 ($39.54)

Account Holder: Iris Samantha Guiyab
Gcash/Maribank/Gotyme: 09273928677
GoTyme Account number: 016429110927
Maya: 09241269899
Wise: https://wise.com/pay/me/irissamanthag
For reference: Gatsby

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