Blocked intestine!! I need help!! - YorkieTalk.com Forums

goingdogcrazy · 11-22-2009, 01:55 PM

Found out yesterday thru er vet that my 1 yr old yorkie has a blocked intestine. They did an xray and can see a small ball of something possibly something that has been builing up over time. They are wanting $3000 for the surgery which I don't have the money for. Im in michigan where things are not great and husband keeps getting laid off. I was hoping someone can tell me of some organization that might be able to help. Ill take anything.

megansmomma · 11-22-2009, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by goingdogcrazy

Found out yesterday thru er vet that my 1 yr old yorkie has a blocked intestine. They did an xray and can see a small ball of something possibly something that has been builing up over time. They are wanting $3000 for the surgery which I don't have the money for. Im in michigan where things are not great and husband keeps getting laid off. I was hoping someone can tell me of some organization that might be able to help. Ill take anything.

Please contact a Yorkie rescue who will step in and take care of your baby. Time is not on your side and this is an emergency.

I am a foster mom with Yorkie Haven but we do not have any members in your state. I would suggest that you contact YTNR they will help. I'm so very sorry.

If you need anything please PM me and I will try to help you.

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Judy in Waco · 11-22-2009, 02:12 PM

Here are some links to sites that might be able to help.

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...vet-bills.html

I am so sorry! That's one of my worst nightmares.

yorkiemalt · 11-22-2009, 02:19 PM

can you sign the dog over to the animal hospital? I know it's not what you'd want to do but time is of the essence here.

Ellie May · 11-22-2009, 02:22 PM

Have you checked around with other vet offices in your area?
I'm thinking there are vets in SE MI who could do it for maybe half of that.

Patti · 11-22-2009, 03:16 PM

Can you get a Care Credit card? It is foe vet car and you can get some interest free credit. Like others have said see if another vet can help or a university animal clinic. I just had a vet help out on an elderly person's yorkie's dental. He gave us a 560.00 discount. If the er vet says your baby will be ok until tomorrow will your regular vet be able to do it? I hope you can work something out.

tjdmom · 11-22-2009, 05:15 PM

I hope the vet will help you work something out. Could you possibly call another vet who might help. I've heard that sometimes country vets are more willing to help out that way. Not sure if it's true but may be worth a try but your baby sounds like he needs help immediately!

Yorkiedaze · 11-22-2009, 06:14 PM

What about checking into one of the Universities that offer animal science and will do this operation free of charge as a teaching tool. If you want to turn her over to a "reputable" Yorkie Rescue, then got with United Yorkie Rescue. They don't "sell" their dogs and are not afraid to show their books.
Anyway if you can't find a way to get her operated on I suggest you try and find a good home for her. One that will gladly pay for her surgery.

megansmomma · 11-22-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

What about checking into one of the Universities that offer animal science and will do this operation free of charge as a teaching tool. If you want to turn her over to a "reputable" Yorkie Rescue, then got with United Yorkie Rescue. They don't "sell" their dogs and are not afraid to show their books.
Anyway if you can't find a way to get her operated on I suggest you try and find a good home for her. One that will gladly pay for her surgery.

Are you suggesting that YHR is not reputable?

miabellaamoure · 11-22-2009, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

What about checking into one of the Universities that offer animal science and will do this operation free of charge as a teaching tool. If you want to turn her over to a "reputable" Yorkie Rescue, then got with United Yorkie Rescue. They don't "sell" their dogs and are not afraid to show their books.
Anyway if you can't find a way to get her operated on I suggest you try and find a good home for her. One that will gladly pay for her surgery.

Are you implying YTNR is less than a reputable Rescue Organization?

At least back up your comments...

llcornell · 11-22-2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by miabellaamoure

Are you implying YTNR is less than a reputable Rescue Organization?

At least back up your comments...

That was the impression I got...either way bashing either rescue isnt offering any help to the dog. I dont think this is the time or place to vent your personal issues with the mentioned rescue organizations.

miabellaamoure · 11-22-2009, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by llcornell

That was the impression I got...either way bashing either rescue isnt offering any help to the dog. I dont think this is the time or place to vent your personal issues with the mentioned rescue organizations.

llcornell · 11-22-2009, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by miabellaamoure

Frustrating isnt it

we both know first hand how many dogs YTNR helps.

Also to address the comment about selling dogs....how do you think any organization would be able to continue to help these dogs if they werent asking an adoption fee??? I can say first hand that the adoption fee for every dog I have fostered in YTNR has been far lower than the actual vetting costs of that dog.

Ladymom · 11-22-2009, 09:16 PM

ER vets always require payment upfront, but maybe your regular vet will let you go on a payment plan?

How far are you from the MSU vet school? Vet schools are usually much cheaper.

Check out the link Judy in Waco posted above for other ideas for financial assistance.

lillymae · 11-22-2009, 09:29 PM

I would try calling around to get some estimates from other vets as that is very high . In the mean time try some oil and metamucil. And maybe some green beans as they are full of fiber. I'm thinking this beyond pumpkin or apple, you need the big guns. I would give a 1/4 to a 1/2 tsp of the metamicil. You can mix it in some watered down pumpkin or apple juice. Please keep us posted on your baby.

11-22-2009, 01:55 PM	#1
goingdogcrazy Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: howell,mi,usa Posts: 26	Blocked intestine!! I need help!! Found out yesterday thru er vet that my 1 yr old yorkie has a blocked intestine. They did an xray and can see a small ball of something possibly something that has been builing up over time. They are wanting $3000 for the surgery which I don't have the money for. Im in michigan where things are not great and husband keeps getting laid off. I was hoping someone can tell me of some organization that might be able to help. Ill take anything.

11-22-2009, 02:12 PM	#3
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	Here are some links to sites that might be able to help. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...vet-bills.html I am so sorry! That's one of my worst nightmares. __________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12)

11-22-2009, 02:22 PM	#5
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	Have you checked around with other vet offices in your area? I'm thinking there are vets in SE MI who could do it for maybe half of that. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

11-22-2009, 03:16 PM	#6
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	Can you get a Care Credit card? It is foe vet car and you can get some interest free credit. Like others have said see if another vet can help or a university animal clinic. I just had a vet help out on an elderly person's yorkie's dental. He gave us a 560.00 discount. If the er vet says your baby will be ok until tomorrow will your regular vet be able to do it? I hope you can work something out. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

11-22-2009, 06:14 PM	#8
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 12,228	What about checking into one of the Universities that offer animal science and will do this operation free of charge as a teaching tool. If you want to turn her over to a "reputable" Yorkie Rescue, then got with United Yorkie Rescue. They don't "sell" their dogs and are not afraid to show their books. Anyway if you can't find a way to get her operated on I suggest you try and find a good home for her. One that will gladly pay for her surgery. __________________ AZRAEL RAZAEL JILLI ANN

11-22-2009, 02:19 PM	#4
yorkiemalt Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 3,468	can you sign the dog over to the animal hospital? I know it's not what you'd want to do but time is of the essence here.

11-22-2009, 05:15 PM	#7
tjdmom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: upstate ny Posts: 5,847	I hope the vet will help you work something out. Could you possibly call another vet who might help. I've heard that sometimes country vets are more willing to help out that way. Not sure if it's true but may be worth a try but your baby sounds like he needs help immediately!

11-22-2009, 09:16 PM	#14
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	ER vets always require payment upfront, but maybe your regular vet will let you go on a payment plan? How far are you from the MSU vet school? Vet schools are usually much cheaper. Check out the link Judy in Waco posted above for other ideas for financial assistance. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf

11-22-2009, 09:29 PM	#15
lillymae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,544	I would try calling around to get some estimates from other vets as that is very high . In the mean time try some oil and metamucil. And maybe some green beans as they are full of fiber. I'm thinking this beyond pumpkin or apple, you need the big guns. I would give a 1/4 to a 1/2 tsp of the metamicil. You can mix it in some watered down pumpkin or apple juice. Please keep us posted on your baby. Last edited by lillymae; 11-22-2009 at 09:31 PM.