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Discussion: high cost of vet bills
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high cost of vet bills
Feb 7 2008, 10:58 AM EST I have a pure white shepard and for the last year she has had a constant infection in her private area. I have been to vet several times trying this and that and nothing has worked so far. We have only one income in house hold and with my health problems its got to the point that I have to either put her down or give her to the shelter because I cant afford the vet bills. I sit here and cry all the time because I don't want to loose my dog. I have had her for 6 years. She licks herself raw . I have tried everything. What am I to do? Can someone please help. Do you find this valuable? |
 Anderman |
RE: high cost of vet bills
Feb 23 2008, 11:50 AM EST If it is a skin infection, there are a few things to try. First, is she flea free? They love to congregate around the genitals and an allergy tothem could cause this. If there are fleas, get a flea collar/spray/drops/whatever you prefer right away. You can take tape and physically remove alot of them if she will let you. No fleas but a skin irritation: Change food. It could be either an allergy, or a lack of something from grocery brand stuff. I know it is a little more expensive each week to feed, but a high-quality food is better than vet bills that hit you all at once, and no trauma. To help with the cost, many feed/farm store brands are very good but without brand-name prices. I personally recomend "Diamond" brand, but there are many good ones. Our Biggie's skin problems went away when we changed food. Right now though you can try this too: Get a small bottle of Tea Trea oil from any dept or drug store (5 bucks) and put it on the place she licks. It is a natural anti-bacterial, good for the skin, and as bitter as it can be. It should help, and discourage her licking. Also i sometimes get a cheap can of Salmon and feed a little each day if any body has a skin problem. The Omega-3 fatty acids help with the healing. You can give a dog fish oil gels, but they love the salmon! You can see my dogs at www.positivepetsolutions.com or read more about food at www.thedogfoodproject.com If you just have to give up your dog, take the time to find her a home instead of taking her to a shelter. She loves you and deserves your best efforts. God Bless, we are praying for you. Do you find this valuable? |