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meli · 09-09-2008, 08:29 AM

Thanks so much for the well wishes! They pulled through very well except for Pantera had a bit of a hard time. I left them with the Vet and told her to do whatever needed to be done thinking it wouldn't be a big deal. BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU SAY THAT. My bill came to $575!

Pantera had her Dew claws on one side removed at my request which at her age is considered an amputation. For some weird reason, I think the breeder's Vet forgot one side of the dog. I never said a word about it because I felt that a mistake like that was unforgivable and I would rather take care of it myself. The rear claw was really bothering her or I would have let it go. Her spay was an extra charge due to an enlarged uterus which I need to ask some questions about when I get her stitches removed. When I picked her up all I was told by the tech was it's nothing to worry about now that the uterus has been removed but I still have questions. She had two retained canines that were also removed at my request. Pantera didn't pull out of the meds until this morning so it was a long night for me. The poor girl didn't realize she was home until 4 am this morning and I brought her home at 2:30 pm yesterday.

Now Eddie: He bounced back like a pro. His neuter was a breeze but here is what I didn't plan on. He had 10 baby teeth pulled! They were all loose so I figured thay would just fall out but she pulled them to be sure they would not be retained. That added $55 to my bill. He had a full blood panel which added $41 which tested for lyme, heartworm and yadda yadda. She looked at his knees and said he was a go again so far. This is the third time she checked his knees comp only she doesn't realize it's the same puppy.

I am not really complaining because I did say to do what needed done, I am just in shock a bit. Nothing can compare to knowing you have healthy and well cared for dogs though. It cost me a pretty penny but I have the peace of mind knowing that both are healthy and receiving the best care I can give them.

Pantera does not tolerate meds well and has to have all her vacines given in 3 visits; each one a month apart. They just wipe her out completely so I did expect her to be down and out but the extra time under didn't help matters but it couldn't be helped. I like this Vet because she gives a 3 year vac program. Pantera gets only lepto every year and dip and rabies every 3. It works much better for her. You cannot do this unless you have an adult dog though.

09-09-2008, 08:29 AM	#10
meli Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: canonsburg, pa usa Posts: 22	Thanks so much for the well wishes! They pulled through very well except for Pantera had a bit of a hard time. I left them with the Vet and told her to do whatever needed to be done thinking it wouldn't be a big deal. BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU SAY THAT. My bill came to $575! Pantera had her Dew claws on one side removed at my request which at her age is considered an amputation. For some weird reason, I think the breeder's Vet forgot one side of the dog. I never said a word about it because I felt that a mistake like that was unforgivable and I would rather take care of it myself. The rear claw was really bothering her or I would have let it go. Her spay was an extra charge due to an enlarged uterus which I need to ask some questions about when I get her stitches removed. When I picked her up all I was told by the tech was it's nothing to worry about now that the uterus has been removed but I still have questions. She had two retained canines that were also removed at my request. Pantera didn't pull out of the meds until this morning so it was a long night for me. The poor girl didn't realize she was home until 4 am this morning and I brought her home at 2:30 pm yesterday. Now Eddie: He bounced back like a pro. His neuter was a breeze but here is what I didn't plan on. He had 10 baby teeth pulled! They were all loose so I figured thay would just fall out but she pulled them to be sure they would not be retained. That added $55 to my bill. He had a full blood panel which added $41 which tested for lyme, heartworm and yadda yadda. She looked at his knees and said he was a go again so far. This is the third time she checked his knees comp only she doesn't realize it's the same puppy. I am not really complaining because I did say to do what needed done, I am just in shock a bit. Nothing can compare to knowing you have healthy and well cared for dogs though. It cost me a pretty penny but I have the peace of mind knowing that both are healthy and receiving the best care I can give them. Pantera does not tolerate meds well and has to have all her vacines given in 3 visits; each one a month apart. They just wipe her out completely so I did expect her to be down and out but the extra time under didn't help matters but it couldn't be helped. I like this Vet because she gives a 3 year vac program. Pantera gets only lepto every year and dip and rabies every 3. It works much better for her. You cannot do this unless you have an adult dog though.