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My dog has a hot, growing breast lump, is shaking. How to afford vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 11 years and 1 month old | 75 lbs

Our dog is 11 years old she has had a large hard lump in her breast for a few weeks now when i got home today the lump has increased to 2 of her breast it feels hot and shes shaking i have 4 other dogs a disabled (schizophrenic) son and a disabled husband can't afford to spend much at vet please help

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on April 25th, 2018

Poor Summer! It's very concerning that this large lump has gotten significantly bigger suddenly, as well as it's being hot. Shaking is a sign of pain. I'm not sure when she was spayed, but if she was spayed after her second heat, she could have a mammary tumor. It could also be an infection in the area. This is something that has to be seen by a vet now. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford a 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, please take her into a vet now.

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