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vainchick5 · 08-18-2005, 10:32 AM

They are cheap because they just love animals and it's a nonprofit organization. They mostly handle medical stuff for rescues and they are very much for spaying and neuturing your dog for their health. So the lady said, that the doctors they have their have their own practices elsewhere and just volunteer to do the surgeries out of the goodness of their hearts. I'm not disappointed, I'm actually really happy. After talking to the vet, I felt so assured that all is ok. I came to realize yesterday that there are a lot of programs out there that just really care about getting your dog fixed so they don't need a ton of money, because they care about the dog.

I can't meet up friday though because my family has decided to visit me. I did find THE COOOOOOOOLEST small dog park in Pleasanton. It's the cleanest and awesomest park ever. All fenced in and clean. I let her off leash and she played for 2 and a half hours yesterday!!!!

JCarlson2004 · 08-18-2005, 10:32 AM

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I know her vet was charging me over $250 for spaying and then $25-35 PER TOOTH. I thought his prices were outrageous. I know a lot of you have probably paid more but I wasn't prepared for that.

$25-$30 per tooth seems way too pricey!

JCarlson2004 · 08-18-2005, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by vainchick5

They are cheap because they just love animals and it's a nonprofit organization. They mostly handle medical stuff for rescues and they are very much for spaying and neuturing your dog for their health. So the lady said, that the doctors they have their have their own practices elsewhere and just volunteer to do the surgeries out of the goodness of their hearts. I'm not disappointed, I'm actually really happy. After talking to the vet, I felt so assured that all is ok. I came to realize yesterday that there are a lot of programs out there that just really care about getting your dog fixed so they don't need a ton of money, because they care about the dog.

Yep, you're right. There are a lot of shelters that charge VERY reasonable prices for spaying/neutering. I was looking into microchipping at a few regular vets offices and it was anywhere from $125 - $300!! So I contacted an animal shelter in Manhattan (that is also affiliated with a Brooklyn shelter) and they only charge $35! So a lot of the time, regular vets charge a lot more money then rescues/shelters.

bkessler · 08-18-2005, 10:35 AM

Nobella,

I am so glad you feel more comfortable.. Like someone said earlier, its best to go with your gut instinct

minniemn · 08-18-2005, 10:47 AM

I am glad that you are going with your gut...

My girl is getting spayed now

for her health, I have no idea how much it will cost... but I know it is at least 68 for the blood panel, and 35 for extra pain meds.

Enjoy shopping

vainchick5 · 08-18-2005, 10:49 AM

Please let us know of your girls progress. I just know she'll be great.

Mydogkelsey · 08-18-2005, 10:50 AM

I am really scared about this too..I still dont have Kelsey fixed yet. I think i'm comfortable w/ her getting the surgery done b/c the vet she goes to is wonderful and treats her well it's just really expensive...like $200 something? My mom said the human society does it for $15 but I wouldn't dare take her there...Does anyone live in Orlando, Fl. that knows of a good/cheap place to get this done?

vainchick5 · 08-18-2005, 10:55 AM

Plenty of people I know have taken their dogs to get fixed there and it's been fine. As long as you ask all the right questions, why not? The vets there have just as much experience, and sometimes more than your own vet. The only difference is their vet works volunteer for the love of animals, the regular vets love animals too but they also love to gouge us a bit for money.

Joy · 08-18-2005, 11:01 AM

Wow! Great price. You walk through the doors of a vet in my area and its $100. You made the right decision. I always go with my intuition.

vainchick5 · 08-18-2005, 11:02 AM

Nothing as solid as momma intuition as I like to call it..AND no more crying. I'm not as upset, I think the new doc just eased my mind with a virtual hug, and a compassionate tone in her voice.

jenni · 08-18-2005, 11:44 AM

Did you go to the dog park over by you? We should meet there sometime.
I also would like to know which vets you are talking about. Are they here in Pleasanton?
I like mine and he is very reasonable but I wonder if I need one that is more into small dogs as a speciality.
Would you let me know who yours are?

Mydogkelsey · 08-18-2005, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by vainchick5

Plenty of people I know have taken their dogs to get fixed there and it's been fine. As long as you ask all the right questions, why not? The vets there have just as much experience, and sometimes more than your own vet. The only difference is their vet works volunteer for the love of animals, the regular vets love animals too but they also love to gouge us a bit for money.

Yeah..im just not sure. She might pick up something from their vet..they have sick dogs comming in and out of there constantly. My mom went there to get her puppy fixed and have her shots done for cheap and she wound up getting kennel cough and a bad case of ticks. So I am kinda iffy on that. I want the best for my Kelsey, I just wish there was a cheaper way to do this!

vainchick5 · 08-18-2005, 12:23 PM

Well I was really afraid of that too...but this place is a strict clinic...Your dog can't have ANY diseases, fleas, ticks, or anything of that sort. That's why they do an exam before hand to make certain there's nothing. They also said they take vets records to make sure they are healthy. So I'm not worried.

08-18-2005, 10:32 AM	#16
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	They are cheap because they just love animals and it's a nonprofit organization. They mostly handle medical stuff for rescues and they are very much for spaying and neuturing your dog for their health. So the lady said, that the doctors they have their have their own practices elsewhere and just volunteer to do the surgeries out of the goodness of their hearts. I'm not disappointed, I'm actually really happy. After talking to the vet, I felt so assured that all is ok. I came to realize yesterday that there are a lot of programs out there that just really care about getting your dog fixed so they don't need a ton of money, because they care about the dog. I can't meet up friday though because my family has decided to visit me. I did find THE COOOOOOOOLEST small dog park in Pleasanton. It's the cleanest and awesomest park ever. All fenced in and clean. I let her off leash and she played for 2 and a half hours yesterday!!!! __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

08-18-2005, 10:35 AM	#19
bkessler Mommy's Little Angel Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Northern New Jersey Posts: 1,496	Nobella, I am so glad you feel more comfortable.. Like someone said earlier, its best to go with your gut instinct __________________ Brooke & Lily Mae (Maltipoo) Mocha (12/23/04-6/25/05)

08-18-2005, 10:49 AM	#21
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	Please let us know of your girls progress. I just know she'll be great. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

08-18-2005, 10:50 AM	#22
Mydogkelsey YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Orlando, Fl. Posts: 1,133	I am really scared about this too..I still dont have Kelsey fixed yet. I think i'm comfortable w/ her getting the surgery done b/c the vet she goes to is wonderful and treats her well it's just really expensive...like $200 something? My mom said the human society does it for $15 but I wouldn't dare take her there...Does anyone live in Orlando, Fl. that knows of a good/cheap place to get this done? __________________ R.I.P. Amy girl 01/06/06

08-18-2005, 10:55 AM	#23
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	Plenty of people I know have taken their dogs to get fixed there and it's been fine. As long as you ask all the right questions, why not? The vets there have just as much experience, and sometimes more than your own vet. The only difference is their vet works volunteer for the love of animals, the regular vets love animals too but they also love to gouge us a bit for money. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

08-18-2005, 10:47 AM	#20
minniemn YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 364	I am glad that you are going with your gut... My girl is getting spayed now for her health, I have no idea how much it will cost... but I know it is at least 68 for the blood panel, and 35 for extra pain meds. Enjoy shopping

08-18-2005, 11:01 AM	#24
Joy BANNED! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 2,094	Wow! Great price. You walk through the doors of a vet in my area and its $100. You made the right decision. I always go with my intuition.

08-18-2005, 11:02 AM	#25
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	Nothing as solid as momma intuition as I like to call it..AND no more crying. I'm not as upset, I think the new doc just eased my mind with a virtual hug, and a compassionate tone in her voice. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

08-18-2005, 11:44 AM	#26
jenni Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Calif Posts: 94	Did you go to the dog park over by you? We should meet there sometime. I also would like to know which vets you are talking about. Are they here in Pleasanton? I like mine and he is very reasonable but I wonder if I need one that is more into small dogs as a speciality. Would you let me know who yours are?

08-18-2005, 12:23 PM	#28
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	Well I was really afraid of that too...but this place is a strict clinic...Your dog can't have ANY diseases, fleas, ticks, or anything of that sort. That's why they do an exam before hand to make certain there's nothing. They also said they take vets records to make sure they are healthy. So I'm not worried. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco