My dog can't walk and needs a vet. How can I afford the bill?

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I believe my boyfriends mother's dog had a stroke. She cannot afford to take him to the vet. He is a 10 year old obese chiweenie. Both eyes are dilated and non light responsive. He is left side weak, left front leg keeps giving out, he has loss of balance and cannot walk more than a few feet. He still eats, barely drinks, and is struggling to go to the bathroom. How can I make him more comfortable? How can I help him urinate and deficate when he cannot stand.

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

This is a medical emergency and he has to see a vet now. This cannot be treated at home, and leaving him in this condition is cruel. You have no choice but to take 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. 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/

My dog can't walk and needs a vet. How can I afford the bill?

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