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My dog has a recurring wound. I can't afford the vet. What now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 80 lbs

My dog has a reoccurring wound on her mind leg that usually I can heal but this time I can't , I tried peroxide & Bactracin & several other things...it is not gushing blood but is seeping & appears to he infected...is there anything you can suggest I may do to remeby her as I am very short if funds & just cannot at this time take her to the vet

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on July 3rd, 2019

If this wound is recurring and you cannot heal it with home remedies, than Tasha does have to see a vet. 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/ Check out these resources to see if one can help you. Best of luck.

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