Vet Care

Our vet works with us, but have been with her for over 10 years. The cost you mentioned are really cheap. I think what I would do is, call the local Pet Aid, or whatever it is called in your area. There are places all around here at one time or another that do some of the shots,rabies for example, for like five bucks at a mobile location. Some vets even do this on occasion at traveling locations. We live in a small town,also, so your area, or one close to it may have this service.

When my dog need shots and I don't have money, or other vet services, I do the most important one first-like rabies, heartworm, etc, as I get some money.

Have you tried your local humane society, sometimes they will provide dollars off coupons for pet care, vacinations, etc.

the prices are pretty cheap - i have seen this vet for about a year, my previous one retired (my previous one worked with me..) but like i said i just do not have it upfront :( i considered getting shots and stuff one at a time but i would have to pay the $35 visit each time.. he really is healthy, only about two years old (we adopted him so the exact age is unknown..)
he really just needs to be up to date with prevenative care, which is something i take very seriously. i am going to look into the clinic they have at petco i think.. i really rather use my vet but if he will not work with me, i guess i do not have a choice :( it's the heartworm meds that really upset me because he has to be retested (a yearly test) and than i have to purchase them..

I definately understand, I have a cat and it bothers me a lot that I can't afford preventative care, I just take it a day at a time and hope she will remain well.

thanks, i think i just needed to vent. what really upset me is i was telling this to a co-worker who told me to get rid of him! that broke my heart, i felt so guilty like i wasn't a good enough "mommy" to him. :(

Don't listen to heartless people, they have no clue what they're talking about. As pet owners and lovers we do the best we can to care for our pets but sometimes (unfortunately) money is an issue, not our fault. Heck, I even go without the care of a Dr. because of money issues, that's just life I suppose. :?

I just went thru this myself...difference is I have TWO...so obviously, everything is twice as much...

I searched around...I found a private vet and called Banfield (inside Petsmart) too, and discovered they have "clinic hours" where they either reduce or do not charge for the the office visit...however, the vaccine prices where much higher... :shock:

I called back my vet and specifically asked about vaccine shots and to my surprise, they said for routine shots there is no office visit charge!! :shock: :shock:

They never told me this before!! As it turns out, it was cheaper to go to my vet to have the shots done.

I have heard that the Humane Society does offer clinics for vaccinations, so you'll need to call them and find out when they offer them...usually once a month.

Shop around, do your homework...any you're a good mommy to be concerned about your pet's well being...you're doing the best you can...it will be alright! Hugs!

thanks again everyone! it really,really helped me..
i admit i do torture myself by looking up pet vacaines and medical problems online :( i have to stop because he is healthy and i will get him to a vet as soon as i can.

my bassett is 12 yrs old. he needs emergency treatment.his gums are pale and he doesnt want to eat.looks to be llosing weight, i have no money at this time..but he for the last 12 yrs has been my solitude,my companion, and my friend. i need to help him soon or he will die..what can i do..i need help fast !

gary love take him to the vet - tell him your sitaution. i did this and i was put on a payment plan.