Sorry to hear of your situation. If you're tight with your pooch, you do what you can.

We spent about $800 to have a rubber ball removed from our Golden's stomach. Too big to puke, too big to pass. There was no question as to whether or not we'd do it, but to us he's a special guy and was worth it, even if he's a bone head. The vet gave us the ball back, and we still have it. Out of reach, though.

Consider this.....can you still afford the basics (food, clothing, and shelter) if you have her patched up?

Other than that, it's how you feel about pets, and why you have 'em. To some people they're members of the family, and to others they're livestock. I don't think we can help you make a choice, but you need to think about all the variables and come to your own conclusion. Good luck to you......