where can i find low cost cat care in the New River Valley in Virginia for my cat family?
I only work odd jobs, just barely enough to pay bills. I took in several stray cats when I had a better paying job, but now money is too tight to get medical help when needed. I lost a good friend this morning because I cannot find a vet I can affort. And I may lose another in the next few days. Does anyone know where I can find low cost vet so I can get them the care they need? I have always tried to be a “responsible” pet owner, but now I’m afraid I will lose my family, my friends, my cats because I can’t afford vet care. If anyone knows of a good solution, I will always be grateful because my heart is breaking.
macleod709 Said,
January 11, 2010 @ 1:40 pm
search around, get out the phone book and start calling vets offices.
hopefully for you and your cat’s sakes you can find a job soon.
kittyrogers Said,
January 12, 2010 @ 8:37 am
About your only hope is to go to a vet and explain your situation. The vet may take the cats from you (permanently) and your problem will be solved. There are no “cheap” vets. Don’t adopt any more cats if you are having severe financial problems. Get the ones you have to an animal hospital, tell them your plight, and go from there. You might call your local shelter, although there is a good chance the cats will be euthanized there. Do something for the sake of the cats, contact a vet NOW!
lady_crotalus Said,
January 15, 2010 @ 10:36 am
Groups that help with Vet Bills—————-
American Animal Hospital Association
“Through the AAHA Helping Pets Fund, veterinary care is possible for sick or injured pets even if they have been abandoned or if their owner is experiencing financial hardship.”
Angels 4 Animals
“Our services range from financial aid to complete treatment
to those pets and pet owners in need.”
Care Credit
A credit card company for health care, including veterinary care.
“With a comprehensive range of plan options, for
treatment or procedure fees from $1 to over $25,000, we offer a plan
and a low monthly payment to fit comfortably into almost every
budget.”
Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance (FVEAP)
“Seniors, People with disabilities, People who
have lost their job, Good Samaritans who rescue a cat or kitten – any of these folks may need financial assistance to save a beloved companion.”
The Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program is a nonprofit 501
(c)(3) organization that provides financial assistance to cat and
kitten guardians who are unable to afford veterinary services to save
their companions when life-threatening illness or injury strikes.
God’s Creatures Ministry
“This fund helps pay for veterinarian bills for those who need help.”
Help-A-Pet
“Our efforts focus on serving the elderly, the disabled, and the
working poor.”
IMOM
“We are dedicated to insure that no
companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker
is financially challenged.”
The Pet Fund
“The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit association that
provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need
urgent veterinary care.”
United Animal Nations
“The mission of LifeLine is to help homeless or recently rescued
animals suffering from life-threatening conditions that require
specific and immediate emergency veterinary care. We strive to serve
Good Samaritans and rescue groups who take in sick or injured
animals. In certain cases, LifeLine can also assist senior citizens
and low-income families pay for immediate emergency veterinary care.”
UK Assistance with Veterinary Bills
“Most of us can cope with the financial commitment involved in the
day to day care of our pets. However, how many of us come out in a
cold sweat when our pet is ill or injured and we know we have to take
it to the vet? Most of us are fortunate enough to be able to afford
it but, some of us who love our animals dearly cannot. Unfortunately
we do not have a PDSA or a RSPCA Centre within our area, but there
are a few charities who may be able to help.”