My dog is coughing, gagging, wheezing. What if I can't afford a vet?

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My dog is coughing bad and she is gagging and wheezing. It goes on for awhile and then stops and then comes back. Is there any home remedies I can do I don't have money to take her to the vet right now. Please help she is my best friend. She will be turning 3 on June 16th. She is a Chihuahua mixed with toy Fox terrier. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 8 months old | 4 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

You can try putting Missy in a room with a humidifier, or you can try brining her into the bathroom with you when you shower. The steam from both may temporarily help with her congestion. Unfortunately, there isn't much else you can do, and without knowing exactly what is causing her symptoms, I can't suggest things for you to do at home. That's because her symptoms can be caused by a respiratory infection, which the steam therapy may help temporarily, but they can also be caused by cardiac disease or heartworms, which definitely require veterinary attention to treat. She does have to see a vet as soon as possible for this, and she will likely need a physical exam, blood tests, urinalysis, and x-rays to diagnose what is causing her symptoms. I can give you some resources that may help you afford a vet for Missy. 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/ 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. I hope one of these resources helps you afford a vet for her!

My dog is coughing, gagging, wheezing. What if I can't afford a vet?

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