My next door neighbour went into hosp with a fractured spine on Monday Night (result of him pulling off another dog that attacked his). I went over there to feed his dog this morning, (there were no evident wounds when I checked him Monday night) I noticed his fur was wet and saw a gash on his shoulder that had been oozing. I didn't see this wound and now fear that it could be infected. although he doesn't seem to be in pain.

I'm unsure as to what to do, I am unable to speak to my neighbour as the nurse won't let me by phone, was planning to go visit him today but not until this afternoon. I don't want to leave his dog. If I take him to the vet, do I have to foot the bill??? Which I sure won't be able to afford. I don't want my neighbour to think I neglected his dog He doesn't have any family around and his friend won't answer her phone.

Any suggestions?