Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 8 years and 6 months old | 5 lbs
My chihuahua yelps out when being picked up and even if we try to sit next to her. It seems as if something is wrong with her back end/hind legs area I hate to see my baby in pain but can't afford the Vet visit. Please help
1 Answer
Published on May 11th, 2019
Poor Rocsi. She really does need to see a vet for this problem, as there are no OTC pain medications you can give her. 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. 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, please take her into a vet.
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