I think it would be a little to harsh to state that if you can't afford a vet, you can't afford a pet. Sometimes life changes happen and you already have the pet. Suppose you lose your job or get ill? I am saying this because I was feeling fine but in July I went to the doctor hoping to get a new prescription and ended up having surgery. I can't just give her my pets because I am broke. I have children and I can't just get rid of them because we are financially strapped. You just have to make sacrifices and try to make it. I get so angry when I read about about a parent taking their life and the lives of their family because they lost their home or job. My outlook is I may be down today but we are going to make it until it gets better tomorrow. I love my pets and they are family. I will try my best to get them medical care even if I have to borrow or go to a cheaper doctor. |