06/09/2025
Help Us Save Zagan
Zagan, our beloved 6-year-old pit bull, suddenly fell seriously ill last week. What started as two days of vomiting and refusing food quickly escalated into something far more serious. On Thursday, we brought him to the S**o Emergency Walk-In Vet Clinic, where we were advised to temporarily change his diet and given medication to try at home.
When he showed no improvement by Friday, we returned to the clinic. Bloodwork and X-rays revealed a rounded (enlarged) liver and a slightly enlarged heart. His liver enzymes — especially ALT and GGT — were alarmingly high, indicating potential liver damage. The vets suspected several possible causes: leptospirosis, hepatitis, toxin exposure, or cancer. Additional blood tests were ordered, and we’re still waiting on results.
By Sunday, Zagan had deteriorated rapidly. He couldn’t keep water down and could barely walk. We rushed him to the Maine Veterinary Medical Center (MVMC), where he was immediately admitted for emergency care. He’s now on IV fluids and medication, undergoing further testing including an ultrasound. While they’re still working to identify the exact cause, he’s being kept as stable and comfortable as possible.
Zagan is more than a pet — he’s family. His sweet spirit and unconditional love mean the world to us, and we’re doing everything we can to save him. Unfortunately, the cost of his care is rising fast. We’re already looking at over $10,000 in medical bills, and that number could increase significantly depending on how long he needs hospitalization and treatment.
If you’re able to donate — any amount at all — it would mean the world to us. Every dollar goes directly toward Zagan’s medical care. And if you can’t donate, sharing this page would be a huge help. Here is a link to his Go Fund Me…
https://gofund.me/046beb95
Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support. We just want our boy to come home.
Zagan, our beloved 6-year-old pit bull, suddenly fell seriously ill last week. What started as two days … Erica Monk needs your support for Help Us Save Zagan