Dear Greg, I understand your predicament. As a single mother who could never pass by a stray or injured animal I've been there numberous times myself. Luckily I found a wonderful vet that allowed me to make payments(3 or 4 post dated checks)! Your budget may feel a bite but I always thought it was worth it!!! Get on that phone and start calling every vet in the book. There has to be one that cares more for the animals than the money! I am no longer poverty stricken and have since moved another 30 miles from good ole' doctor Cook but I still go the distance when I need a vet!!! Good luck, I'm sure that we are all praying for you, Irena (Lucy's mom) [Posted in FML issue 1458]