thanks for the answers. I thought about the thyroid but also read that it is very rare in toy breeds. I will ask my vet though and if he thinks it is a possibility I will do it. I think its easy to say to get all the rest of the tests, but frankly I dont have the money to just let them guess as to what may be wrong. I take good care of my dogs but with only one income...I have to make choices. If they are sick , they go to the vet, I find a way to pay...but its hard to justify spending money without at least some direction to go on which is why I asked for some ideas.
I am thankful for vet care but I also know there are times I have been ripped off...for instance 2 weeks ago my 11 yr old Maltese had a second bout of diarrhea and vomiting in 3 weeks. The first time they gave her fluids, meds, and charged $75, which I was glad to pay. The second time they did the same things, but also added expensive xrays and special blood tests. (a total bill of $250) If theY had taken a more cautious approach and even waited till the next day, she was completely better and didnt need those tests. I am getting more and more cautious about running to the vet. I want to save the limited money I have for when I really need it, in a emergency . thanks for all the suggestions. i am making an appointment for next week. |