Richard Field is a war veteran who has lived in Stanmore Bay for the last 10 years.

His assistance dog, Jett, has been with him everywhere.

They have captured the community's attention since arriving here.

Richard and Jett now have hundreds of local friends, even some international ones.

Recently, Jett was diagnosed with a tumour and five cancer growths.

Richard was left with the decision of leaving Jett with nine months to live or extending her life with surgery.

When I met with them for tea, they had finished their trip to the doctor’s.

Despite the difficulty of the cancer’s location, Jett’s surgery was a success and she has been recovering well.

The tumour was cancerous, and additionally, the cancer growths she had were benign, two of which were on her spleen.

All of these were completely removed.

Richard also underwent a colonoscopy for cancer himself.

Thankfully, this also came back with negative results.

At age 77 this year, Richard has lived with Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) and hearing impairment ever since his military service.

Jett’s role as an assistance dog has been to watch over and help him with daily living.

However, support is needed now for Jett’s aftercare to prevent the cancer’s return.

The financial burden of the aftercare medication has not been without its difficulties.

Richard explained that it has been very hard to save, and at times, he has had to delay Jett’s medication she now takes.

Richard and Jett ask for your help through your generosity, whatever size it may be.

The charity of the community was what made the initial surgery possible.

If you are willing to support Richard and Jett, please donate using this Givealittle link.