Kitten broken leg: Need vet help but can't afford it. What now?

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My 4 month old kitten broke his back leg and I can't get to the vet for a few days. What can I do for him in the mean time? Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 14 days old | 3 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

This is a medical emergency and you cannot wait a few days to have Leo seen by a vet. This will be extremely painful to him, and there are no OTC pain medications you can give him. Many human ones are toxic to cats, and are fatal if given. Leaving him with a broken leg untreated for a few days is cruel, you have no choice but to get 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. 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/

Kitten broken leg: Need vet help but can't afford it. What now?

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