My cat has a severe ear infection. How can I get financial help?

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My cat grey has a yellow puss coming from his ear canal I clean it daily but he need antibiotics but he is a very sickly cat he was a stray ally cat who came with a broken leg broken tail and without vet help he made it through all that since being with us for 9 years we can not afford to take him to a vet so is there anything we can do to help him thanking you Grey and his family cheryle Parsons and Jennifer. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 17 years old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Oh no, poor Grey! Unfortunately we cannot prescribe any medications for him, as it's against the law since we cannot see him in person. He does have to see a vet as soon as possible to treat this severe ear infection, and leaving it untreated can lead to hearing loss. I can give you a number of resources that may help you afford a vet. You can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/ The Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization that provides financial assistance to cat and kitten guardians who are unable to afford veterinary services to save their companions when life-threatening illness or injury strikes.  God's Creatures Ministry helps pay for veterinarian bills for those who need help.  The Onyx & Breezy Foundation has many programs including helping people with medical bills. They are a good resource for information.  Brown Dog Foundation provides funding to families with a sick pet that would likely respond to treatment, but due to circumstances, there is not enough money immediately available to pay. IMOM is dedicated to insure that no companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker is financially challenged. Please take Gray into a vet as soon a possible, and I hope one of my resources helps you afford one.

My cat has a severe ear infection. How can I get financial help?

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