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My dog has impacted anal glands and a fever. How to afford vet care?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 5 lbs

My charlie has impacted anal glands i believe. I took his temp its 103. I just discovered this. Its kate at night i am hoping he will be ok till am. I have attempted to express his glands and he cried out. Iam very afraid if hurting him. I have put hit water on a wash cloth now 3 times to put on his bottom. He seems a little more comfortable. I do not have a lot if money but can put up 50.00 towards immediate help and pay rest if on the 3 of April. Is thus uaually satifactiory? Please help!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 19th, 2019

Some vet clinics will allow payment plans, but it is an individual policy. You will have to speak to a local vet clinic to see if they allow this. I can also give you some financial resources that may help. You can see 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 this helps

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