My senior dog is losing weight and weak. What should I do now?

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hello I have an elder dog he has been losing weight and has a lack of energy and strength it is not parvo as this condition has been going on for more than a month .. I cannot afford a Vet and I have been mixing his food with unsalted beef stock thickened a bit for a gravy like sauce he is eating his full amount daily however continues to be in this condition I have even been having to help him up onto the bed .. his teeth look good and there is no worms in the stool. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 12 years and 10 months old | 67 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Buster hasn't been doing well! There could be a number of very serious causes for his weight loss and lethargy including systemic illness, kidney disease, liver disease, and cancer among others. He really does have to see a vet for this, as this isn't normal and has been ongoing for a month. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford a vet, and I can also give you some resources that may help. 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/ 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 him into a vet as soon as possible. Good luck, and I hope one of my resources helps you.

My senior dog is losing weight and weak. What should I do now?

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