For my animal loving folks: advice needed. A close friends dog, named Abbey, a dachshund, has fallen and is partially paralyzed (3 herniated discs). Cannot walk. Family is heartbroken. A basic veterinarian told them if surgery not done by today for $5,000.00 , there could be no hope due to swelling issues. Family didn't have the full amount for surgery. Specialist (and prayers) now needed. Any suggestions? Surgical specialists who are worth consulting with? Anyone else with paralysis experience ?