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Sincerelyme 10 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Looking for desperate help with my dog
 
I have a 2 year old yorkie terrier who suddenly had gotten worse and worse.. we took her to the vet here in kingwood and after an x ray and some tests they let us know that she has an obstruction (and the estimate for that is 9k) and she also has hip displacia. We were given the dog almost a year ago and could tell something was wrong with her hips but she didnt seem to be in pain, still ran around and living a normal life.
 
Now, obstruction surgery needs to be done asap, and like I said, we got quoted $9k max, which we dont have.
 
Im looking to see what options I have or if anyone here in the neighborhood would take the financial care for her to have the surgery she needs (and of course keep her afterwards) because I dont want her suffering or in pain.
 
We paid the vet visit, x ray, and a shot thats supposed to help with pain. But urgently asking for someone to take over financially and for her as well. Its already hard because we are all attached to her, and she is the best dog ever and it breaks my heart. With back to school shopping, and how expensive life is getting we did not expect from one day to the next to pay 9k for a surgery.
 
Let me know if you have any advice.
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TEXASGIRLMAMMA Top Forum Contributor13.1 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
#msg5974712Looking for desperate help with my dog I have a 2 year old yorkie terrier who suddenly had gotten worse and worse.. we took her to the vet here in kingwood and after an x ray and some tests they let us know that she has an obstruction (and the estimate for that is 9k) and she also has hip displacia. We were given the dog almost a year ago and could tell something was wrong with her hips but she didnt seem to be in pain, still ran around and living a normal life. Now, obstruction surgery needs to be done asap, and like I said, we got quoted $9k max, which we dont have. Im looking to see what options I have or if anyone here in the neighborhood would take the financial care for her to have the surgery she needs (and of course keep her afterwards) because I dont want her suffering or in pain. We paid the vet visit, x ray, and a shot thats supposed to help with pain. But urgently asking for someone to take over financially and for her as well. Its already hard because we are all attached to her, and she is the best dog ever and it breaks my heart. With back to school shopping, and how expensive life is getting we did not expect from one day to the next to pay 9k for a surgery. Let me know if you have any advice.
 
Sincerelyme : This is so sad! I hope you find someone who will care for this pup. Did they say what is causing the blockage? Maybe someone knows of a rescue group that can help. That is a lot of money! Could pay it out???
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TEXASGIRLMAMMA Top Forum Contributor13.1 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
#msg5974712Looking for desperate help with my dog I have a 2 year old yorkie terrier who suddenly had gotten worse and worse.. we took her to the vet here in kingwood and after an x ray and some tests they let us know that she has an obstruction (and the estimate for that is 9k) and she also has hip displacia. We were given the dog almost a year ago and could tell something was wrong with her hips but she didnt seem to be in pain, still ran around and living a normal life. Now, obstruction surgery needs to be done asap, and like I said, we got quoted $9k max, which we dont have. Im looking to see what options I have or if anyone here in the neighborhood would take the financial care for her to have the surgery she needs (and of course keep her afterwards) because I dont want her suffering or in pain. We paid the vet visit, x ray, and a shot thats supposed to help with pain. But urgently asking for someone to take over financially and for her as well. Its already hard because we are all attached to her, and she is the best dog ever and it breaks my heart. With back to school shopping, and how expensive life is getting we did not expect from one day to the next to pay 9k for a surgery. Let me know if you have any advice.
 
Sincerelyme : Can you post a picture of the poor little pup. Maybe someone here will help.
 
I can truly understand your not being able to pay that much money. You should care for your pet but, I know there has to be a limit as to what we can do. It is a sad situation all the way around. I have a Yorkie. I know how attached you have become.
 
A few years back my friend's dog had an obstruction. She could not pay the price to have it removed. The vet sent her home with antibiotics and a few other meds. She gave that dog the meds and even went back and got more. The dog somehow got over it and is still alive. That was 8 years or so ago. The dog is a German Shephard. That is a little different from a tiny Yorkie but maybe, if you went to a different vet they would have a different take on the situation. She went to VCA Kingwood Animal Hospital. I was with her when she took her dog there. They came in with a quote for all kinds of treatments and it was very expensive. In the end she ended up with and x-rays and meds.
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Butterbean 7.4 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Be kind to the animal.
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Smoothwaters 1.6 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Sincerelyme :
Maybe a second opinion that might have better news or help. Lake Houstom Animal Hospital are really reasonable too. I would go to them for a second opinion.
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LittleTexas Top Forum Contributor7.2 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
I agree with others; get a second opinion. we like the staff and Vets at Animal Hospital of Humble, in 1960. Very reasonable, and very caring and professional.
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MissAmericanPie Top Forum Contributor6.5 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Sincerelyme :
Animal Care of Lake Houston won't gouge you like that. Take her in for their opinion.
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Weathergirl5 Top Forum Contributor10.9 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
I am sorry you are going through this. I would also get a second opinion and maybe look into CareCredit. I don't know the terms of it, but I have heard several people have gotten it for help with their pets.
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Kittle Top Forum Contributor8.7 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Sincerelyme :
That is a huge amount that many/most people cannot afford. Perhaps a rescue group could help with a different veterinarian and financial assistance?
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Chow Top Forum Contributor
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
#msg5974754Be kind to the animal.
 
Butterbean : Ok butter she knows that
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Chow Top Forum Contributor
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Vets around here are a ripoff. All of them
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turkeyandchips 19.6 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Sincerelyme :
Please do a Google search asking "Charity help with Vet Bills "....it brings up lots of resources and advice. Think also a second opinion would be good....
Try to look on the Bissell pet foundation site for help.
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Sincerelyme 10 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Update....
 
So upon further testing we were told that she was having severe kidney failure, had bladder stones causing an obstruction and her bladder was 3x's bigger than what it needed to be.
With all that said, they advised us to euthanize considering the pain and discomfort, and due to severity of the kidney failure it was a huge risk through surgery.
We had to make a quick and sudden decision and we are completely heartbroken. Still havent told my kids and dont know how to approach that yet.
 
Thank you everyone for your advice.
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goldie 20 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Sincerelyme :
I'm so sorry. This is so sad especially for such a young dog to have so many issues
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FreebyrdII 13.1 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Sincerelyme :
Oh my God I am so sorry, but there is no better demonstration of love towards their beloved pet than knowing when the right time is to let them go❤️…. how old are your children?
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jv339 Online Top Forum Contributor6.9 yrs
~ 2 mos, 3 days ago    
Sincerelyme :
I am so sorry you're going through this & still have to tell your kids.
She's over the rainbow bridge 🌉
May she rest in peace!🙏
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