When I got Cali at 9 weeks old last year she had 3 hypoglycemic attacks that required ER vet visits. That cost over 2,000. total. She was tested for Liver shunt and had higher than normal levels so this resulted in more test and when she was spayed at 8 months another 2800.00. In Cali's first year with me vet bills have totaled over 6000.00. She was the runt of the litter and 1 lb at 10 weeks, she has since grown to almost 5 lbs. I am not working so it was much easier to keep an eye on her and I always took her in at the least sign of illness. I had to feed her every 3 hours for months and she was a picky eater so I had to sit and make sure she ate. Cali did have a very mild internal liver shunt but they don't believe that was causing the episodes. SHe did grow out of them but not until she was over 6 months old. At the very least, ask for a Bile acid test and blood work. I know personally I will not take a puppy that is not Bile Acid tested ever again. There is a lot of worry and heartache when these babies go down fast, not to mention the financial. I really feel bad you have a tought decision to make and just wanted to share my experiences. I love Cali to pieces so it was worth it, but fortunatley Cali grew out of her problems and I was able to comeup with t he vet fees. Good luck let us know what you decide. |