Well, the Dogster community has done it again–proven that dog lovers are the best people on two feet! This time, they’ve come to the aid of a family in New Springfield, OH.

Jester, a Jack Russell terrier, came down with a painful eye disease that required a costly surgery. His family was going through a rough time financially and was turned down for the credit to fund the $500 operation. Roxanna, Jester’s mom, and a recent addition to the Dogster family, mentioned to her friends on Dogster that she was going to sell some personal belongings on eBay to raise money for Jester. That’s when the Dogster community jumped in with all four feet to help! They donated items like dog toys and camcorders that Jester’s family could auction; and ended up raising enough money to pay for his surgery two times over!

Jester had the operation and returned from the vet last week. His problem eye has been removed and he’s feeing much better. His mom says he’s still a bit ‘touchy’ at times, but that’s to be expected.

As for Roxanna, she’s just amazed at the outpouring of support.

“You very rarely hear something like this,�? she says. “To sit there and watch strangers step forward and ease the pain from someone that you love is absolutely amazing.”

We agree 110%! We’re just so doggone happy to be a part of all the dog love and support that happens on this site. Our tails can’t wag fast enough. Thanks for being you. All of you!

Here’s the link if you want to read the whole story.

(The news site makes you enter in your ZIP Code, age and gender, but it’s quick.) We also featured this pup’s tale in our January Dogster Newsletter.