Yup, Vet visits can get expensive! I had pet insurance on my first one and it helped some. Wasn't the best because too much paperwork was involved and I never got all the expenses back accurately. Care credit is great too, we used that on Bruiser's liver shunt surgery.
What I have finally gotten is Banfield hospital's Preventive care program for all five of my little ones. They are Pet hospitals inside Petsmart stores and have this great health program for pets. My greatest saving there is that they cover teeth cleanings which usually used to cost me $500 per doggy.Since the preventive program only costs about $30 per month, right there, I saved a whole bunch. All tests, office visits, spaying/neutering etc are free once you sign up. I am sure there should be one near you in San Diego.
Maxx may not be acting different because puppies are just focused so much on playing. It may be a low grade something. The Docs will be able to assess.
A friend of mine tried this with her little Maltese, she would lay her puppy's blankie on the foot of her bed and swears that the maltese stopped going potty on her bed. Something clicked with the pup that she was not to pee where she slept! Maybe that trick might help.
Good luck and keep me posted on how he is doing. |