My cousin broke my rabbit's teeth and leg?

Question

I know I have to take him to the vet but I think he has a broken leg as well. I just had to loan my father $1500 from my student loan b/c he lost his job due to company downsizing. It's ok though b/c I can cut back on eating til he pays me back:-)

Anyhow:

1) Do vets offer payment plans?

2) My young cousin did it. She is 8 so please don't judge her, she has TTM (trichotillomania-she pulls her hair out uncontrollably) and I believe ADHD. She is neither medicated for these b/c her parents do not believe in medication and she gets violent sometimes. I think maybe she was playing with him too hard and either she dropped him or he tried to make a dash for it. Or she had a tantrum. Do I tell the vet or do I tell him something else? If I tell him, will they take her away from her parents b/c I don't feel I can handle the responsibility of that.

Answer 1

Some veterinary clinics may offer payment plans.

Here's a list of organizations that will offer assistance for vet bills: http://www.felinediabetes.com

Also, if you do decide to lie to the vet, please keep him out of dangers and don't let it happen again.  

Answer 2

it's always best to be truthful.  most people can smell a lie coming a mile away.  ask your vet about the payment plan.  btw, keep the rabbit away from your cousin.

Answer 3

Vets often don't expect you to pay the money straight away and sometimes put your bill on a tab or something similar, but you would have to discuss that with your vet.

You should be honest with the vet and tell them exactly what has happened. That way they can know what has caused it, making it easier for them to treat the rabbit. Also, you don't want them to think you're abusing the rabbit.

I doubt the vet would have the power to get your cousin taken away from her parents, their soul responsibility would be making your rabbit better.

Please take you rabbit to the vet as soon as possible, it must be in a lot of pain.

Answer 4

If the vet asks say...

A child was playing with him.

or...

Thats personal.

Don't  lie or he could mis diagnose

Answer 5

My brother has ADHD  and wow!Take your rabbit to a  humane society it will be cheaper

Answer 6

A lot of vets will offer a financial aid- Otherwise, you could take your rabbit to the humane society and maybe they'll offer you something a long those lines.

I think you should tell the truth about what your cousin did, and the condition that she has. Tell the Vet that she's not medicated for her conditions because her parents religion prevents the use of chemical aid- Sort of like being a scientologist.

She can't be taken away for that, because it's religious- and harmless. It's not like she's dying, or being raped or is a wife to several husbands so- All should be well.

Just make sure you tell your Vet the truth because if you lie, he may assume something worse, like, your own abuse- They can usually tell.

Answer 7

1.) Yes, most vets will offer payment plans. I doubt if any vets would turn down a hurt animal just because their owner couldn't lay out the full amount at that exact time. Don't worry about paying for the rabbit. Take him to the vet, do what you have to do, and then discuss a payment plan with the receptionist.

2. DEFINITELY tell the vet EXACTLY what happened. He will be better able to diagnose and treat your animal if he knows exactly what you know. If you lie, you may inadvertently leave out important information. The vet will not blame you for what happened. After all, you did the responsible thing by bringing the rabbit in for treatment.

Also, I don't want to sound rude because I realize that your cousin has medical issues going on and probably cannot control herself. Don't blame her, but please don't let her handle the rabbit (or any animal) unsupervised again. It is not her fault that this happened, but it is also not fair to the animal to subject them to that. At the same time, it is not uncommon for an animal to attack or bite a child who is being rough with it. So for the safety of your cousin AND the rabbit, it would be better if she didn't handle him in the future. Maybe a realistic looking stuffed animal would be better. She could play as rough with it as she wants without causing any harm to the animal.

Answer 8

Your cousin is a danger and must be kept miles away from any animal. Whether her fault or not, the fact remains she represents a very real danger to helpless creatures. You need to tell the vet the truth and you need to get your rabbit to him NOW. A broken limb is extremely painful, not to mention he is unable to eat with broken teeth. It's too bad about your cousin but she needs to either be medicated or be taken care of in an institution. She needs help and if that means taking her away from her parents, then that is what is needed. Since her parents do not believe in medication the best thing would be for her to be institutionalized and you need to give your rabbit away if you cannot control your cousin. Soemday if she does remain with the parents, she may hurt a younger child or baby...then she will be put away regardless.