My dog has Cushing's. Can't afford treatment. Should I put him down?

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My lab has been tested and is positive for Cushings. I can't afford the medical and the testing.. What should I expect if we don't treat it. I love my dog, he's my Buckaroo. I don't want to let him suffer. Should I prepare to put him down? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 9 years and 4 months old | 79 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Buckaroo has Cushing's disease! Cushing's is commonly caused by a pituitary tumor, although a small percentage of dogs develop Cushing's due to a tumor on the adrenal glands that may or may not be cancerous. Should he has a pituitary tumor and it's left untreated, then the tumor can grow large enough to press on the brain leading to neurological symptoms such as difficulty seeing and walking, or other conditions such as diabetes and seizures. I would speak with your vet to see if there is a way you can set up payment plans so you can afford to treat Buckaroo. If you truly cannot afford the treatment, I wouldn't put him down just yet. Enjoy as much time as you can with him, and if he develops any of the symptoms I mentioned above or his other current symptoms begin to get worse and his quality of life decreases, then yes I would put him to sleep. I'm sorry you are in this position and I hope my advice helps.

My dog has Cushing's. Can't afford treatment. Should I put him down?

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