Should I considering putting my dog down?

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I took in a toy poodle from an ex roommate. Well, she was basically abandoned here, but I gladly started to care for her to the best of my abilities. I am a college student, so I never got pet insurance, nor took her to the vet (only once cause she was attacked but a bigger dog) 
But even when I first took her in, I could tell she wasn't well kept with previous owners, her gums and teeth where not cared for, she had/has lumps on her stomach. 
But now it's been 3-4 years. And I've growned really attached to her. Her gums and teeth still aren't in the best of shape, no matter how many times I brush them or give her dental sticks, the lumps have grown in mass, and actually a week ago, it seems it's becoming an open sore.  But the thing is. She doesn't seem like she's in pain. She still jumps around and barks when she sees me coming home, she will still jump from a high bed or jumps in the couch to cuddle, sleeps and eats regularly, still alert and active (dances with me when I put in music.) but my parents see the sore, and tell me I should outburst down, that's it's torture (since they know I can't really afford any vet bills) what should I do? She seems fine, and happy. I know if I put her down, I will be sincerely depressed. But I don't want to be greedy and only think about myself.

Anonymous · Answer

?? You're wanting to put the dog down for bad teeth?? No. Let a vet take a look at her teeth, see what ones can stay and what ones need to be pulled, and they'll probably lance and drain any lumps on her gums. She might have to be on a completely soft food diet after that, but I'm sure she'll feel much better. If there are growing lumps ANYWHERE on your dog you need to take them to the vet asap, it sounds like there are abscesses growing on her gums and you're refusing getting her treatment.. that's just cruelty, selfish and against the law. You'd rather put her down? smh.

Lizzie · Answer

You ought to see a vet to find out what she has before you make any kind of a major decision. I knew a man who had his dog put down, thinking it had an incurable mange when it only had an allergy which was totally treatable. Don't make that kind of mistake.

bluebonnetgranny · Answer

If you have Animal Humane Association where you are,  they have a low cost clinic for people on a low income.  Just have to show proof of income or lack of it.

There is no sound reason to put her down.  If you simply cannot afford a Vet in any way, shape or form,  then you can turn her over to a rescue place that will see to it that she is taken care of.

Dobiegal · Answer

this is one time to pony up the $50 for a consultation with a vet. Just to discuss what are the signs it's time to euth.

If this dog isn't in pain, eats, drinks, can rise unassisted, pees and poops on her own, it's NOT time, lump or no lump.

Get that consult.

Gert · Answer

Take her to the vet for a check-up.  Maybe she's ok.  Then make your decision.

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