The French bulldog was taken to the vets and then to The Ralph Veterinary Referral Centre in Marlow, where he was diagnosed with a bleeding mass in his stomach. “Our world was turned upside down,” Ariana said, explaining that her mum “literally lives for this dog” and they have both been left feeling “lost”. “ Duke at The Ralph Veterinary Referral Centre in Marlow (Image: Ariana Braica)“Duke is only seven years old and is so much more than a pet. Despite the cost, Ariana proclaimed that “while there is still something to do, I’m not giving up”, and the family are making arrangements for monthly payments to cover the care. Ariana with Duke (Image: Ariana Braica)Ariana said: “The amount of support from friends and family…I’d never have thought that would be possible in a few days.