Oh wow... I just canNOT even begin to imagine what you are going through right now. Please know that while being a part of YT, you will have people all over the country praying for you and hoping that you will end up in victory (in court at least) when its all said in done.
I understand that a pet cannot simply be replaced. My husband and I will be the first to tell anyone that we won't go out and spend thousands on a new pet but to save one of our own, heck yes, we will do what it takes b/c they are a part of the family and just like a human, you don't just stop care b/c of money. You make it work. Another pet will not have the same personality, bond, connection that you had with the one that was lost.
Frankly, it pisses me off that the kennel would CHARGE YOU and not even tell you about the incident. They so quickly and coldly took your money. The AUDICITY! WOW.
They didn't even call you! I just can't believe it.
I pray that Daisy will get justice and when everything is over, you can lay her to rest. She deserves it and your heart deserves it. (((hugs)))