[MaWilliams3]

I'm sorry that you had to put your baby down. That is a very difficult decision to make. I lost my Bijou to an unknown illness almost 6 years ago. I couldn't afford a vet. There were some scholarships, and because of that, we were able to narrow down that he had a gastro-issue, but by the time the funds were approved, it was to late. So I have been in your shoes.
One thing I have learned in this forum, less is more. The less information you give, the safer you'll be. I personally waited till I finished college, and could afford a pet emergency. I never want to go through that again, and I never want to see a animal go through that again.
Hugs to you in your time of sorrow.