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My dog is seizing, no money for emergency vet. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Old English Sheepdog | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 10 months old

my epileptic collie cross has had 7 seizures within 2 hours and this is the worst he has ever been but he is really struggling to come round and acting like he does not want to come round like he has given up and it is heartbreakingas I don't have the funds for an emergency vet as I am on benefits but I dotn want to lose my dog please can u help me

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on September 22nd, 2017

This is a large number of seizures in a short period of time, and Lucky absolutely has to see a vet now. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends, and I can give you some resources that may help you. You can see if your vet accepts payment plans or you can apply for Carefree Credit online. http://www.carefreecredit.co.uk http://www.easipetcare.com Please take him into an ER vet clinic, he needs veterinary attention now as this is a medical emergency. I hope my resources help!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 31st, 2019

    Bo does need to see a vet. If paying for a vet is an issue, 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/ http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/ If your dog seizures again before you can seek vet care: - Don't put your hands near his mouth - Keep some rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle to spray on the pads of the feet for cooling - Monitor him at all times during the seizure to ensure that he cannot hurt himself by crashing into furniture, etc - If the seizure continues for more than 5 minutes, seek emergency care immediately Best of luck.

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