From the Humane Society of North Iowa:
Sadly, it is a frequent occurrence that a person will show up at the Humane Society of North Iowa shelter with a sick, diseased or injured animal. Sometimes it is a stray animal they found, often it is their own pet they cannot afford to provide care for.
The Humane Society of North Iowa does not have an on site veterinarian, nor do we have a veterinarian that provides free services to us. We do not have the ability or knowledge to assess the seriousness of an animal’s injury or illness. We do not have the funds to assist with medical care or euthanasia.
By bringing a sick or diseased animal to the shelter for help, you run the risk of spreading a serious illness throughout the shelter and jeopardizing the health of the other animals here.
If you have found an injured stray animal, please do not move it. Call local law enforcement in your area and ask them for assistance. If your own pet is injured, please call your veterinarian and discuss your treatment and payment options.|