My dog keeps licking paw, hot spot. Can't afford vet. What now?

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My dog, named sophie, will not stop licking her paw. I know it is a hot spot but if i put socks on her feet, she eats the sock. I’ve put e-collars on her but she takes them off or my family does because they feel bad for her. What could happen if I don’t have enough money to treat her at the vet and she won’t stop? Thanks! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 years and 2 months old | 10 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Sophis isn't doing well! If she keeps licking at it, the paw could become infected or she could potentially lick it enough to lick straight through to the bone. You definitely want to avoid that, and she has to see a vet as soon as possible to get this treated. 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 as well. 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 this week. Good luck!

My dog keeps licking paw, hot spot. Can't afford vet. What now?

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