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Question
I found a pit bull approximately two years ago. After not being able to find
her previous owner or a new home for her, I decided to keep her. So I
took her to the vet for all shots and to get her fixed and have continued
regular vet visits as needed.
Here's the problem, she has a growth on her chest which must be
removed and lab tested. I am a Calif. Community College teacher who
has lost hours due to budget cuts. Therefore, my monthly income has
been reduced to a third. So, I'm wondering if you can recommend an
organization in or near the Coachella Valley (specifically Palm Desert) that
might help financially so I can have the procedure done. Thank you for
your time.
I'm sorry but you are asking in the wrong place. I live in Northern California and work at a community college as well, so I know all about the budget cuts. I have no way to know what is available in your area. The only way I would know is by searching the internet, which you can do just as well since you live down there.
You need to do a search for this on google or some search engine. Most likely you will have a hard time finding someone that will fund this for you. This is probably going to be considered elective surgery by some. You can contact your local humane societies, animal rescue groups and the like, and you might find someone to help you. Don't give up!
I would try and get some pet insurance if I were you as they cover a huge amount of costs on surgeries etc. Most of the time it can get gotten regardless of prior conditions. There is also Care Credit, which many hospitals carry. Ask your vet office what they can recommend.
I know that vet care is expensive, but honestly, the higher prices are driven not by costs of procedures or complexity, but by the vets need to pay his associates and his rent. So find a smaller hospital without all the latest and greatest and you will probably find a more caring vet willing to work with his hands, not just machines and tests.
Just my thoughts on that. Good luck in your search.
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Answers by Expert:
Jana Connell RVT, CVT
Expertise
PLEASE READ BEFORE SUBMITTING TO ME: I am NOT a vet and do NOT diagnose diseases. That is only for a licensed Veterinarian to do. I will give you suggestions and steer you toward calling your vet for help. You can call the vet's office and talk to the technician there or the vet at times. Don't be afraid to call them! If you have a serious issue with your pet please post it to one of the veterinarians in here- I will tell you the same thing in my answer. IF your pet is injured or in an emergency situation, CALL YOUR VET- Do not wait and post in here. Just call the vet's office and get them in to see the vet right away. Critical treatment time is lost if you seek answers here when you should have your precious pet at the vets!! Don't sit at home waiting for an answer when your pet is critically ill or injured!! I can answer most questions about small animal and wildlife care as well as small animal nutrition. I can also answer questions about all phases of dental care for small animals. I DO NOT answer questions about birds (unless it is wildlife or songbirds) or HAMSTERS/GERBILS/CHINS/GUINEA PIGS/REPTILES/FROGS/RABBITS/PET BIRDS OF ANY KIND so please submit these questions to the appropriate sections. I, as well as other experts in here, do NOT do homework questions- that is for YOU to do! Please respect these rules for all of us. Thanks!
Experience
I have over 35 years experience in the field of veterinary medicine. I specialized in small animals and did wildlife rehab for over 25 years, mostly raptors, squirrels and opossums. I am a Small Animal Nutritional Consultant with 6 certificates from Hills Pet Foods, CNM and Purina.
I also specialized in Small Animal Dentistry which is a field I truly love.
Organizations
Audubon,World Wildlife Federation, American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians.
Education/Credentials
Licensed with California and Oregon, RVT and CVT.
Certified Veterinary Dental Technician
Have over 500 logged hours of Continuing Education Credits(that means I keep up to date!).
Awards and Honors
Nominated for Expert of the Month for the last 5 years.
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