The Word Alive’s Telle Smith launches GoFundMe to support dog Colby's medical expenses - UPDATED

UPDATE: Friday, Oct. 28 at 2:00 p.m. EST

Telle Smith has posted an update on the GoFundMe on what Colby's condition is after the dog went though a series of tests on Oct. 27. 

Smith wrote that Colby is currently suffering from, “AS Otitis Media and AU Otitis Externa which are an inner ear disease and a inflammation of the outer ear….abulatory left hemiparesis, or weakness of the left side of her body….She has (hopefully temporarily) lost sensation in parts of her face, including her eye, mouth, tongue and left nostril….She has multiple malformations throughout her spine.”

However, the worst of her condition comes from Meningoencephalitis.

“This is a big word for an infection of the brain. There are two types, one is more severe, and both are life long. We will find out which type she has in 7-10 days from her blood work results that tested positive for this disease,” wrote Smith.

Smith also wrote that there probably won't be many updates on till next week when they discover what medications are working with Colby.

“It goes without saying that we have been utterly humbled and speechless at the outpouring of support for Colby. It is clear to us that so many of you feel the same way as we do about our pets, that they are a part of each of our families. As we mentioned in our earlier update, any money over expenses will be going towards charity for other dogs in need,” wrote Smith.

The GoFundMe has currently raised over $11,000.

ORIGINAL POST: Thursday, Oct. 27 at 7:20 a.m. EST

Yesterday, The Word Alive's Telle Smith announced the heartbreaking news that his pup Colby wasn't doing well. Fans and musicians alike showed an outpouring of support as Telle continued to update on Colby's health.

Today was a long day and very hard to put into words. Colby isn't doing so well… She has an important appt tomorrow.

She's our world ��

— TELLE (@tellesmith) October 26, 2016

Her condition is currently unknown, and in an attempt to help cover the incurred medical expenses as they try to find a diagnosis, Smith launched a GoFundMe campaign to help Colby's cause.

“Colby has a rapidly progressive medical issue, the extent of which is not fully known yet. She has lost most of the function of her left hind leg, and is losing function in walking in general. In addition, she is no longer able to closer her left eye, which has caused an ulcer to form,” Smith says on Colby’s GoFundMe page. “We are scheduled for an MRI, spinal tap, as well as a plethora of other tests and bloodwork that will hopefully diagnose her condition so that we have a chance at stopping or reversing it. 

“Unfortunately, it is going to cost a lot of money we don't have just to find out what we can do to help our dog child. If you can spare even $1 it will hopefully help us save the life of our most prized little one.”

Read more: 15 Cutest Moments with Telle Smith and Colby Jack

The response to his crowdfunding campaign has been incredible. In just two hours, the fund received over $6,200. In under 24 hours, they raised over $9,300—almost reaching their $10,000 goal.

I'm not ashamed to admit I'm balling my eyes out right now… partially because of the unknowns surrounding my dog child Colby and partially

— TELLE (@tellesmith) October 27, 2016

Because in 2 hours my friends, family and amazing fans which I consider a combination of both raised $6,000 to help @thepamela and I…

— TELLE (@tellesmith) October 27, 2016

I have been reminded of the overtly good hearted nature of the world in a time where there's so much negativity around us all

— TELLE (@tellesmith) October 27, 2016

I will update everyone on Colby's test results as they come in tomorrow night. And I can't say thank you enough, I don't deserve your love

— TELLE (@tellesmith) October 27, 2016

Luckily Colby does, she is the light of our world and you have made our hearts full when they had felt emptied.

— TELLE (@tellesmith) October 27, 2016

Colby recently appeared in AP's Warped Tour issue—both as a cover star and coloring page—and has been the light of our hearts and minds ever since. We strongly encourage you to check out Colby's GoFundMe page to read more on her health status and to see how you can help.