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My dog has fleas, tried everything, can't afford vet. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 6 years and 1 month old | 40 lbs

My dog is infested with fleas. . I have. Did the yard, sprayed the house. Washed everything. Bath her weekly. But she's infested. Her bottom is bald. She chews herself bloody. Plus now has scabs causing more itchy.. I dont ave the money for the vet to prescribe flea meds. But she's misable. And looks horrible. What can I do to control this problum. Also I this its become a habit. Please help

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 3rd, 2018

Poor Echo! She sounds miserable, and she does have to see a vet for this problem. She needs the stronger flea medication to kill the fleas, and she may have developed a flea allergy from the infestation, which would also require veterinary treatment. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford a vet, and I can 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/ I hope one of these resources helps you afford a vet, please take her into one as soon as possible.

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