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Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 11 months old | 13 lbs
Cat has been having coughing/gagging fits on and off for 2 weeks. She has also been sensitive to touch lately. Her eyes are a little yellowed. I can't afford much
3 Answers

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS
Veterinarian
Published on April 19th, 2017
Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS
Veterinarian
Published on May 7th, 2019
This yellow color can be a sign of severe liver disease. It's known as jaundice. Blue really does have to see a vet immediately. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website.
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962
https://www.redrover.org
https://www.carecredit.com
http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets
http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/
http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/
I hope one of these resources helps, please have your friend take her into a vet now. Best of luck.
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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS
Veterinarian
Published on May 8th, 2019
Oh no, that's not good! Unfortunately without seeing her in person, I can't say if it's bad enough to require euthanasia. This may be able to be treated, but it depends on what is causing her symptoms. She does need to see a vet, however. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website.
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962
https://www.redrover.org
https://www.carecredit.com
http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets
http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/
http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/
Check out these resources to see if one can help you. Best of luck.
1Pet Parents found this answer helpful