Dog's leg purple, swollen, no feeling. Can't afford vet, what to do?
This is a medical emergency and Domino has to see a vet now. It sounds very seriously damaged, and there could be severe nerve damage to the point where he no longer has any feeling in the bottom half of his leg. There is nothing they can do for him at home, he has to see a vet now. I would see if your friends can borrow money from friends and family to afford a vet, and I can give you some resources that may help them afford a vet. They 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/
God's Creatures Ministry helps pay for veterinarian bills for those who need help.
The Onyx & Breezy Foundation has many programs including helping people with medical bills. They are a good resource for information.
Brown Dog Foundation provides funding to families with a sick pet that would likely respond to treatment, but due to circumstances, there is not enough money immediately available to pay.
IMOM is dedicated to insure that no companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker is financially challenged.
Please take Domino into a vet immediately.
Updated on September 23rd, 2025