To The Vet
Time had been of the essence, that much Jessica knew. Although she had to get him to a vet as soon as possible, she had to get a leash te ensure her safety. She had asked her naighbor if she had one, they had a dog so the chances were good. They happily lent it to her.
Once she got it on him he somehow was able to walk with Jessica to the vet. This had been a good sign, perhaps he was strong enough to pull through. All she had to do now was get him to the vet. But she had not grasped the full weight of the responsibility that she had just taken on.