We paid 150 so far and the vet is stating that we will need 600 more. Ended up having a displaced hip. Which is nice but we wanted to set up for payment arrangements. The vet does accept payment arrangements but not from first time patients. The main question is will he keep my dog if I dont pay in full? I feel it was wrong for him to deny payment.
My dog escaped and was hit by a car. I was unable to get the guys info because my dog kept running. He was finally caught one block away by a very kind hearted family who heard the accident. The dog was bleeding bad, and his legs were locked together, as if they were broken. He was shaking really bad, showing signs of shock.
That depends on the vet and the state's practice act. Most vets don't like to hold pets for non payment of bills for many reasons. The main one is that they would have to care for them. In some states it is illegal to hold pets for non payment of bills.
I hope that you can get something worked out with your vet. Many vets will not even allow their regular clients to charge at this time. If this vet works with you on the bill, please pay him off as quick as possible. Doing so will make you a very good client and he will be much more willing to work with you in the future.
The vet didn't 'deny' payment, in fact it sounds like he treated your dog despite your inability to pay, for which you should be grateful. Ask the vet what he plans to do if you don't have the money, how would we know? As far as catching the guy who hit him, what does it matter? Are you that anxious to pay for any damage that your dog may have caused to his car? When your dog is in the road where cars belong, that's your fault. If the guy drove into your living room where your dog was laying down, that would be his fault
Most legitimate, reputable places will accept payments, and no they legally cannot keep your dog.
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Another thing you might consider is going to your bank/credit union for a small signature loan. You might also complain to the media, which usually gets the attention of places because they don't like negative publicity, especially when it comes to dogs and kids and around the holidays.
yes the vet can hold your dog if you dont pay.
The vet is under NO obligation to set up "payment arrangements". .. Because more often than not, people DO NOT pay. The vet is then stuck with the bill. Holding your dog is the vet's way of assuring that he gets paid .
The person who hit your dog is not obligated to pay the vet bill either. Its your responsability to keep your dog properly contained.
You are libel for damages to the car, the driver wouln't be responsible for any of it. ..
In any case, if your vet tries to hold your dog. Call the police. That is stealing an they cannot do that.
I know, because a vet tried that with my mom. She called the police, they told the vet to hand the cat over and that they need to go to court. They cannot steal property.
It is likely illegal to hold your dog. It depends on your state though. Does the vet accept Care Credit? They have no interest programs available if you can get approved.
There are kennel clubs that may helpyour vet may know some you can contact or get online with local orgs. Good luck and no they can't but they can take you to small clas court
No, they just won't help your dog
