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My cat is sick with vomiting and diarrhea; how to get affordable vet care?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 2 days old

One of my kitties has diarrea and been vomiting. The other one seen sad. What can I do for them?? Please help I don't have money to take them to the vet that is the worst part!!!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 27th, 2018

I'm so sorry Cosito is so sick! When cats are both vomiting and having diarrhea, a vet visit is absolutely recommended. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford the 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/ Check out these resources, keep offering Cosito water, and get him into a vet as soon as possible. I hope these resources help!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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