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My dog was attacked, leg broken. Can't afford vet. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 10 months old | 80 lbs

My dog got attacked by another dog. And i dont have money to take him to a vet but i honestly think his leg is broke

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 26th, 2019

If his leg is broken, he will need veterinary care. At the very least, he will need antibiotics and pain medication to treat or prevent infection and to manage discomfort. Do not medicate him without the advice of your veterinarian. Many OTC medications can be very toxic to dogs. Discuss payment plans or alternative financing options, such as CareCredit ( www.carecredit.com ), with your veterinarian. Friends and family can also be asked to help out.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 5th, 2020

    This is a medical emergency, and you cannot treat this at home. Leaving Kona like this would be cruel to him, you have no choice but to take him into a vet now. If paying for a vet is an issue, 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. I'd also see if you can borrow money from family and friends. 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/

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on March 6th, 2017

    Unfortunately, there's not much you can do at home. Leaving a fracture untreated puts Duke at risk of infection and losing the limb. Systemic infection can be life threatening. He should be seen by your veterinarian or at the nearest veterinary ER. If surgery is not an option, splinting and bandaging the limb may allow healing. Discuss payment plans or alternative financing options such as CareCredit (www.carecredit.com) with your veterinarian. You may also be able to secure financial assistance through Red Rover (www.redrover.org) or through your local humane society.

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