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My dog is weak with diarrhea. Can't afford vet. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 23 days old | 8 lbs

My dog has been having diarrhea since yesterday but it was more solid today but now hes acting weak and tired, he has been drinking some but not a lot. I dont have the money to take him to the vet right now what can I do?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 24th, 2019

I'm extremely concerned that Scrappy is acting weak and tired, and due to this, you have to bring him into 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. I'd also see if you can borrow money from family and friends. 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/

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