My dog has hip pain, can't jump. How to find affordable vet care?

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my dog delilah she’s 3 she’s a boxer and i can’t get to the vet i don’t have any money i’m not sure what to do she hurt her hip but i don’t know how and she yells every time she gets up and she can’t jump and i’m really worried i can’t get in touch with my parents or my aunt or my sister and i’m really worried i don’t know what to do i don’t have money i’m not sure what to do and i can’t see her suffer it started at 3 am last night and now it’s 12:30 and she’s still whining i don’t know what to. Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | spayed | 3 years and 4 months old

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

It sounds like Delilah is in a lot of pain and unfortunately, this is likely something that needs to be addressed by the veterinarian. Keep her from further injuring herself by putting her in a crate or a bathroom with a baby gate. The more she walks around, the more she could injure it. She should only get out of this area to use the bathroom and she should be on a leash at all times. No walks, running, jumping, getting off/on furniture and keep stairs minimum. I recommend to discuss financing with family or friends. Delilah may need radiographs to know why she is suddenly in pain and then she may need treatment beyond that. You may also look into financing through Care Credit or Scratch Pay. You can find additional information on their websites. You may also go online and look for any low cost facilities, sometimes shelters will offer them but you will have to check. Best of luck.

My dog has hip pain, can't jump. How to find affordable vet care?

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