Kitten attacked, has neck lump, breathing issues. How to afford vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered

Hi, my kitten who is 4-5 months old was recently attacked. a few days after he has a large lump from the center of his neck almost to the corner of his mouth. i'm very scared. he's breathing out of his mouth and he constantly open and closes it. he also suffers from neck paralysis. i don't have any money to take him to a vet. please help me.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS 102

Veterinarian

Published on April 10th, 2018

I'm so sorry Tiger was attacked! It's extremely concerning that he is breathing out is mouth, which is not normal for cat. This indicates respiratory distress, and this combined with his other symptoms, are a medical emergency. Respiratory distress, if left untreated, is fatal and there is nothing you can do at home for him, he has to see a vet now. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford the vet, and I can give you some resources that may help. 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 afford a vet, please take him into one now.

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