Comments on: Financial Assistance for Dogs Needing Surgery

By: Adam

Adam — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:48:29 +0000

I have a 5-yr old American Bulldog named Chauncey, who has just torn both Rear ACL’s as well. I’m in the same boat, however have been quoted $3,700 – $4,400 per leg (As He’s 115 lbs) for the TPLO.

As this is an “Elective” Surgery, has anyone here NOT been able to provide their dog with the surgery? If so, what is their quality of life?….

Trying hard to find a way to get this done for my big guy, but obviously it is not a small investment in these hard times.

By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 22:19:52 +0000

Liz, I am also from Iowa, and in need of ACL surgery for our English Bull Dog. I was wondering the price you found and the name of the vet and town? We had the surgery done 3 yrs ago at Avondale in Des moines it cost about 2500.00 but cant really afford it this time. But still need to get the surgery done. Thanks for any info. Karen

By: Kathy

Kathy — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:17:56 +0000

Liz, I feel for you. I have a 9 month old husky mix. We just found out that she was probably born in a puppy mill. She was left in the freezing cold outside an animal shelter where my daughter volunteers. We just found out that she has hip dysplacia and it is going to cost about $5000.00 for both legs. I’ve already been turned down by care credit. Does anyone have any suggestions? I am looking for any type of help that is out there.
My email is soxfanz4life@att.net

Kathy

By: trirocoal

trirocoal — Tue, 25 May 2010 14:33:28 +0000

AMEN to that ginger-lee king!! We should be able to claim our 4 legged kids!! Coal, my 6 year ‘young’ black lab tore his rt. ACL 1 1/2 yrs ago. He had TPLO surgery and it went beautifully!! At that time of my life I could afford the $2800.00 for surgery. Now, he has torn his left ACL and being laid off, I cannot afford the surgery on my own. The medical facility is willing to give Coal a grant of $500.00 toward the cost. I also contacted Labrador Life Line and am hoping to receive another $500.00 from them.
My point is, $ help is out there, just keep looking. Other organizations that my help are; Good Sam Fund, IMOM, The Pet Fund and Brown Dog Foundation. Hopes this helps you because I know what it is like watching your ‘baby’ hurt.

P.S. After speaking with the manager at Coal’s surgical clinic, he is willing to let me make payments on any remaining balance without interest. He is aware of my financial situation and how hard I have been trying to receive funding. Desperate times call for desperate measures!!

By: ginger-lee king

ginger-lee king — Thu, 20 May 2010 15:39:10 +0000

I have a pure breed pit bull that is only 18 month’s old.He needs sugery for a blockage in his intestine.I applied for care credit & I was only approved for $500,the surgery is $1200.00.I’m going insane I feel horrid because he’s been puking,not eatting .Idont know who to call or what to do. And to be honest I think we should be able to CLAIM our 4 legged kids on our TAXES!!

By: Angie

Angie — Thu, 20 May 2010 01:26:31 +0000

Ohhh, Liz. We are in the exact same boat. I am apart of an online forum from rotties, (since mine is also a rottie/black lab cross too) and they said that “Wells Fargo Health Advantage Client Payment Plan Program –Veterinary Care Providers” I will myself be looking into this. I applied for Care Credit, but not all Vets accept it. Keep looking around, you will find something, Where do you live? I called about 7-10 different vets in my state of Iowa, and finally found one that was reasonable and knowledgable!

I hope everything turns out okay for you and pup!

By: Liz Bubes rnack

Liz Bubes rnack — Fri, 14 May 2010 06:11:21 +0000

My 3 year old rott/black lab mix has two torn acl’s in both back legs I have been to 3 seperate vets close to home I have been quoted nothing under $8000 for both legs Im a college student and in financial hardship like the rest of the world. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Please FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME Lizzann5@gmail.com

By: Lisa

Lisa — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:54:38 +0000

My wonderful dog has a slipped disc in his spine that has caused him loss of use in his back leg. My dog is needing surgery in order for him to ever walk and use his back legs again. I hate seeing him having to wear a diaper and drag his legs. The srgeon is giving him a good chance to walk again. I am a single mom with 2 kids and dont have the extra $1000 to pay for surgery. please help

By: Sam

Sam — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:53:13 +0000

I have a four and a half month old english bulldog mix. I got her about 3 weeks ago, and we’ve been in and out of the vet due to her leaking urine. She has a birth defect that is going to cost around $3000 to correct.I’m terribly torn on what to do, my children and I adore her, and I would hate to have to part with her. If anyone knows how I would get assistance, or any other helpul information, please email me at sami_8688@hotmail.com.
Thank you

By: Amber and Lilly

Amber and Lilly — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:32:38 +0000

I have a 2 month old pure lab who was stepped on by a careless female, who come to my house with a friend. When she stepped on her, she broke her hip, the vet said she needs surgery asap to fix it. I dont have the money to fix her due to being a single mom, with a house, car, and so many more things to pay for. I considered getting a second job but that leaves even less time with my little girl. Someone please help me, my daughter loves her puppy!