Helping my dogs is always a choice. I often find Vet offices willing to break the payments into 2 or 3 payments to make it easier. It doesn't hurt to ask. I once had a cat with a diseased colon who had to have surgery that cost several thousand dollars. They said it would give her a good year more to live. Sammy, 9 years at the time, was worth it to us. Sammy lived to be 19 after the surgery, so money well spent! When these things happen there is always a way. Go Fund Me is also a great site where you can ask friends, family, and coworkers to donate and share, to help with the costs. You would be surprised how many people care and want to help!