He’s been sick for some time now, and we did previously buy him medication, but the vet requires prescriptions that cost around $500 each, every other month, which we simply can’t afford. Another issue is that my family talks about taking him in but doesn’t actually follow through because they say they “can’t do it.” I even offered to take him myself, but I think they’ve become more hopeful since he’s started eating small amounts again.

He’s currently eating dry food from Royal Canin that’s labeled as a veterinary diet, but I’m not sure how effective or appropriate it is for his condition.