shitzu has seizures 5yrs old cant afford vet but can afford pills or somethin cheaper very healthy dog i broke

Answer 1

A dog having seizures is not a problem that can be addressed without a vet. Once you take your dog to the vet to find out what is causing the seizures, your vet can give you some options for treating the seizures. If there are no underlying causes to the seizures and it is just epilepsy, the medication usually used to treat it (phenobarbital) is actually very cheap (usually around 10 cents per pill) but you can't buy this over the counter. It is a controlled drug and you need a prescription from a vet. Also, there may be something actually causing the seizures so you have to rule that out first.

Answer 2

I think you should get the dog to the vet at least once to get checked for the medication set up. Will it really hurt your wallet that much? Maybe, a family member can help. Ask a vet if they could maybe get a donation package going on for your dog. Maybe you could give the dog to someone who would take great care of it. That really sucks. Do you go to church? Maybe someone there would help. You have to do what's in the best interest of the dog. I hope it all works out.

Answer 3

That happened, (and still happens) to my beagle. You should definitely go to the vet, even if it's expensive, because seizures hurt your dog every time they happen and they will reduce your dog's life span, and they could even kill your dog during the seizure if they're bad. My dog takes potassium bromide (not sure if I did spell that right) and it has reduced her seizures from up to four or five times monthly, to hardly ever. You'll be doing your dog a big favor if you take it to the vet and get some medication.

Answer 4

if you haven't been to the vet how do you know it's seizures. i'm assuming you keep him up to date on shots. bring this to your vet's attention soon! most people know a seizure when it happens, but they come in different forms. there is really nothing you can do during it. but you need meds to lessen the possibility of it happening. they have them for different reasons. i groom a dog that can't go to a salon because she'll have one. she had her last one going to the vet. now how bad is that? she's scared s---less of that environment. so that's why i groom her in my home. and she's fine. need to find the source. and if you can't find one, it could be something internal, in the brain, that you can't control. tough call. but if you care about your pet, you'll get it to the vet

Answer 5

No, but maybe you could try talking to the vet and see if they can work out a payment plan so that you will be able to get the care that your dog needs.

Answer 6

i myself ask your self whether this variety of enhance might even come close to to 500 to be bumped off. loss of listening to is widespread in an older canines. A enhance is likewise uncomplicated,and that i ask your self whether the two are even related. 500 sounds severe for the subject. merely pass to the vet and get a diagnosis and pass from there. i myself do not think of you will finally end up spending lots, yet nevertheless, tell the vet your shrink and ask actual what would be executed. i think of you would be pleasantly shocked. you will possibly not strengthen the listening to, however the enhance can likely be relatively bumped off. stable success!

Answer 7

take your dog to the vet its worth the money how would you like to have seizures and all they did was give you Tylenol instead of taking you to the vet

Answer 8

Ask a vet. Only they would know the proper treatment.

Answer 9

You can't get seizure medication without a vet since it is a PRESCRIPTION medication!!!

Answer 10

Can't afford the vet? These groups can help!

American Animal Hospital Association
http://www.aahahelpingpets.org/home/
"Through the AAHA Helping Pets Fund, veterinary care is possible for sick or injured pets even if they have been abandoned or if their owner is experiencing financial hardship."

Angels 4 Animals
www.Angels4Animals.org
"Our services range from financial aid to complete treatment
to those pets and pet owners in need."

Care Credit
www.carecredit.com
A credit card company for health care, including veterinary care.
"With a comprehensive range of plan options, for
treatment or procedure fees from $1 to over $25,000, we offer a plan
and a low monthly payment to fit comfortably into almost every
budget."

God's Creatures Ministry
http://www.all-creatures.org/gcm/help-cf.html
"This fund helps pay for veterinarian bills for those who need help."

Help-A-Pet
http://www.help-a-pet.org/home.html
"Our efforts focus on serving the elderly, the disabled, and the
working poor."

IMOM
http://www.imom.org
"We are dedicated to insure that no
companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker
is financially challenged."

The Pet Fund
http://thepetfund.com/
"The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit association that
provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need
urgent veterinary care."

United Animal Nations
http://www.uan.org/lifeline/index.html
"The mission of LifeLine is to help homeless or recently rescued
animals suffering from life-threatening conditions that require
specific and immediate emergency veterinary care. We strive to serve
Good Samaritans and rescue groups who take in sick or injured
animals. In certain cases, LifeLine can also assist senior citizens
and low-income families pay for immediate emergency veterinary care."

Other Groups Who are Breed or Injury Specific:

Corgi Aid
http://www.corgiaid.org/

Dachshunds Needing IVDD surgery
http://members.rushmore.com/~dds/applyforhelp.htm

www.doberman911.org
It's for special needs and senior dobermans who need medical help.You can donate to help them, or have them put your dobie up there if you need help too!!

HandicappedPets.com
http://www.handicappedpets.com/Articles/help/
"From time to time, HandicappedPets.com recognizes a caretaker of
handicapped pets that need some special attention, and a little extra
help. There are those who are so selflessly dedicated to their animal
families that they give up a little more than they can afford."

Labrador Lifeline
http://www.labradorlifeline.org/success/2005-abbey.htm

LabMed: Rx For Rescued Labs
http://www.labmed.org/aid_main.html

What You Can Do If You Are Having Trouble Affording Veterinary Care by the Humane Society of the United States (from http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/what_you_can_do_if_you_are_having_trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html)

Many pet owners, at one point or another, are faced with unexpected veterinary bills. Veterinary medicine has progressed so far that now pet owners have new, and often expensive, options for the care of their ailing pets. Although the cost of veterinary care is actually very reasonable in comparison with the much higher cost of human health care, an unexpected medical emergency can present a major financial dilemma for an unprepared pet owner.

The Humane Society of the United States recommends that, in addition to preparing for routine pet-care costs, you regularly set aside savings to cover for unexpected veterinary bills. Create a special "pet savings account" and contribute money to it on a regular basis.

If, despite your planning, your pet incurs major veterinary expenses that you have trouble affording, consider these suggestions:

Ask your veterinarian if he or she will let you work out a payment plan. Many veterinarians are willing to work out a weekly or monthly payment plan so that you do not have to pay the entire cost of veterinary care up front.

Contact your local shelter (http://www.hsus.org/pets/animal_shelters/how_to_find_your_local_animal_shelter.html). Some shelters operate or know of local subsidized veterinary clinics or veterinary assistance programs. You can find the name and number of your local shelter in the Yellow Pages of your phone book under "animal shelter, " "animal control, " or "humane society, " or by calling Information. You can also go to www.Pets911.com and enter your zip code to find a list of animal shelters, animal control agencies, and other animal care organizations in your community.

If you have a specific breed of dog, contact the National Club for that breed. In some cases, these clubs offer a veterinary financial assistance fund.

Ask your veterinarian to submit an assistance request to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) "Helping Pets Fund." In order to qualify, your animal hospital must be AAHA accredited. To learn more about the program visit the AAHA web site (http://www.aahahelpingpets.org/home/). To find a AAHA accredited hospital in your area, search online at www.Pets911.com.

Use your credit card. Ask for a higher credit limit or a cash advance.

Call your bank. Ask about loan programs, second mortgages, or other options. Consider borrowing from your life insurance policy, vacation savings, kids' education fund, or retirement program.

Ask your employer for a salary advance.

Alert family and friends and ask them each for a $25 loan.

Pawn your stuff. TVs and VCRs can be replaced. Your pet can't.

Consider taking on a part-time job or temping.

Contact the regional office (http://www.hsus.org/contact_us/your_regional_office.html) of The HSUS that covers your state. Our regional office staff is often familiar with organizations and personnel within their territory and may be able to direct you to programs in your area.

Please remember that, depending on the severity of your pet's illness or injury, you may still lose your pet even after great expense. Discuss the prognosis and treatment options thoroughly with your veterinarian, including whether surgery or treatment would just cause your animal discomfort without preserving a life of good quality.

Also remember that a little preventive care can go a long way. Having your pet spayed or neutered (http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/why_you_should_spay_or_neuter_your_pet.html), keeping her shots up to date, and keeping your pet safely confined can prevent serious and costly health problems. If you have trouble affording the cost to spay or neuter your pet, contact your local animal shelter. They may operate a clinic or know of a local clinic that offers subsidized services.

Unfortunately, due to our limited resources as a nonprofit animal protection organization, The HSUS does not provide direct financial assistance to pet owners for veterinary or any other expenses. If you know of any veterinary assistance services, funds, or low-cost veterinary clinics, please let us know by calling 202-452-1100.