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ladyjane · 01-18-2010, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ally173

can you at least get this one bag until your dog feels better; then you can switch him to something more affordable. its crucial he gets the right food for his condition; what is the name of the prescription food; how come it's so expensive. anyhow, i think it will be worth it for your dogs health. and if u think about it; its better paying $60 then hundreds or thousands of dollars for the hospital bills.
good luck.

Yes, the food is important. I have never heard of a bag of food costing to much!
Sometimes vets charge different prices.
What kind of food is this?

ally173 · 01-18-2010, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

Yes, the food is important. I have never heard of a bag of food costing to much!
Sometimes vets charge different prices.
What kind of food is this?

i remember the royal canin rx food was about 18 dollars for the 8 lbs; adn i think science diet was similar; the huge bags were 40 or 60 dollars. can you ask the vet again or ask another vet or place for a price. i think he needs to be on the RX food for now. best of luck

luvmyYorkieJack · 01-18-2010, 05:44 PM

The food he prescribed is Science Diet D/D. And for an 8 pound bag it's $60. I just graduated from college and am still job searching. I just spent money I don't have on vet bills to find out almost nothing. I just don't have the money to buy that kind of dog food when I have to put a roof over my and my dogs' heads, need to be able to buy food myself, and pay my other bills.

ladyjane · 01-18-2010, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by luvmyYorkieJack

The food he prescribed is Science Diet D/D. And for an 8 pound bag it's $60. I just graduated from college and am still job searching. I just spent money I don't have on vet bills to find out almost nothing. I just don't have the money to buy that kind of dog food when I have to put a roof over my and my dogs' heads, need to be able to buy food myself, and pay my other bills.

I honestly think that is the wrong price. I will call my vet tomorrow, but maybe you should call them back and ask? OR...ask what other food you can give him.

luvmyYorkieJack · 01-18-2010, 05:55 PM

It's an allergy food but this is what my vet told me to feed him. Does he think I am made of money or that I'm just too young or dumb to make an fuss about it?! I went to a place in town as my vet is a 20 minute drive (in another town). I will try other places but everything in my city is so expensive (which is why I go to a vet outside of the city because it is cheaper).

luvmyYorkieJack · 01-18-2010, 05:58 PM

And they quoted me $60 for the 8 pound bag (it's the only size bag of that prescription they carry). I had a friend with me and she heard the same thing I did. I even just asked her if maybe I heard them wrong and she said no. The vet warned me it would be a little spendier... didn't think it was going to cost me 6 times what I normally pay for high quality dog food.

ladyjane · 01-18-2010, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by luvmyYorkieJack

And they quoted me $60 for the 8 pound bag (it's the only size bag of that prescription they carry). I had a friend with me and she heard the same thing I did. I even just asked her if maybe I heard them wrong and she said no. The vet warned me it would be a little spendier... didn't think it was going to cost me 6 times what I normally pay for high quality dog food.

I would not think that either. Call around tomorrow! I am going to check here and will let you know.

ally173 · 01-18-2010, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by luvmyYorkieJack

The food he prescribed is Science Diet D/D. And for an 8 pound bag it's $60. I just graduated from college and am still job searching. I just spent money I don't have on vet bills to find out almost nothing. I just don't have the money to buy that kind of dog food when I have to put a roof over my and my dogs' heads, need to be able to buy food myself, and pay my other bills.

believe me i totally understand; it's an outrage on how expensive that food is; i was looking online and i found this website; the 8lbs sells for $25 and 18lbs for $50; i know it's still expensive but better than $60 for 8lbs
HILL's Prescription Diet Canine d/d (8 lb. Bag) (Potato & Venison)

by the way the retail price for the 8lbs is $30; that vet is charging double the price; which is not fair; shame on him/her. i dont understand why people like that take advantage of pet owners.

good luck

joeys mom · 01-18-2010, 06:48 PM

Just a thought. Could you try to contact the science diet company direct and tell them your story. They may be willing to work with you on the price if it's something Jack really needs to help his condition. I know you don't want to go backwards with his progress and they may be willing to work with you. Could be worth a try, I wish the best for your Jack, sounds like he's a tough little guy.

Judy in Waco · 01-19-2010, 05:41 AM

I called my vet this morning. She said that there are different varieties of Science Diet D/D. The only kind she has in stock is the egg and rice.

Here are the prices she will sell it to me.

8lbs= $29.15
17lbs= $59.50

She said that if you tell her specifically which type of Science Diet D/D you need, she can give you an exact price.

I will also gladly overnight an 8lb. bag of the egg and rice to you if you would like. (I'll handle the shipping costs.)

Judy in Waco · 01-19-2010, 05:43 AM

By "she" I mean the veterinary assistant. My vet is a guy.

ally173 · 01-19-2010, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Judy in Waco

I called my vet this morning. She said that there are different varieties of Science Diet D/D. The only kind she has in stock is the egg and rice.

Here are the prices she will sell it to me.

8lbs= $29.15
17lbs= $59.50

She said that if you tell her specifically which type of Science Diet D/D you need, she can give you an exact price.

I will also gladly overnight an 8lb. bag of the egg and rice to you if you would like. (I'll handle the shipping costs.)

that's so great of you to offer; there are truly good people out there.
as i thought; the 8lbs runs for 30 and 17lbs for 60
this website has 8lbs for $24
HILL's Prescription Diet Canine d/d (8 lb. Bag) (Potato & Venison)
maybe you can order the type of DD you need. there are different ones.
best of luck.

Judy in Waco · 01-19-2010, 09:32 AM

To the OP....Please respond. Heck, I'll even buy the stuff and ship it to you. Just let me know if you WANT the egg and rice kind.

stovesj · 01-19-2010, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by luvmyYorkieJack

The food he prescribed is Science Diet D/D. And for an 8 pound bag it's $60. I just graduated from college and am still job searching. I just spent money I don't have on vet bills to find out almost nothing. I just don't have the money to buy that kind of dog food when I have to put a roof over my and my dogs' heads, need to be able to buy food myself, and pay my other bills.

Just wanted to let you know that our Petsmart carries special diet foods for all kinds of health issues from both Hill's (Science Diet) and Royal Canin. I couldn't remember which formula was suggested. Many of the Hill's ran about $30 for a 10 pound bag. These were not in the regular dog food section, but in a seperate section and they had formula's for cardiac, dental, and all sorts of conditions. I briefly checked their website and did not see it listed there. Hope this is of some help to you and that you have a Petsmart near you.

Judy in Waco · 01-19-2010, 04:32 PM

Just an update....Jack's owner was able to get the right food at a more reasonable price at her vet. Jack has the food he needs right now.

01-18-2010, 05:44 PM	#93
luvmyYorkieJack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Mankato, MN, US Posts: 180	The food he prescribed is Science Diet D/D. And for an 8 pound bag it's $60. I just graduated from college and am still job searching. I just spent money I don't have on vet bills to find out almost nothing. I just don't have the money to buy that kind of dog food when I have to put a roof over my and my dogs' heads, need to be able to buy food myself, and pay my other bills. __________________ Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... it's about learning to dance in the rain. Jack & Madden

01-18-2010, 05:55 PM	#95
luvmyYorkieJack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Mankato, MN, US Posts: 180	It's an allergy food but this is what my vet told me to feed him. Does he think I am made of money or that I'm just too young or dumb to make an fuss about it?! I went to a place in town as my vet is a 20 minute drive (in another town). I will try other places but everything in my city is so expensive (which is why I go to a vet outside of the city because it is cheaper). __________________ Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... it's about learning to dance in the rain. Jack & Madden

01-18-2010, 05:58 PM	#96
luvmyYorkieJack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Mankato, MN, US Posts: 180	And they quoted me $60 for the 8 pound bag (it's the only size bag of that prescription they carry). I had a friend with me and she heard the same thing I did. I even just asked her if maybe I heard them wrong and she said no. The vet warned me it would be a little spendier... didn't think it was going to cost me 6 times what I normally pay for high quality dog food. __________________ Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... it's about learning to dance in the rain. Jack & Madden

01-19-2010, 05:41 AM	#100
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	I called my vet this morning. She said that there are different varieties of Science Diet D/D. The only kind she has in stock is the egg and rice. Here are the prices she will sell it to me. 8lbs= $29.15 17lbs= $59.50 She said that if you tell her specifically which type of Science Diet D/D you need, she can give you an exact price. I will also gladly overnight an 8lb. bag of the egg and rice to you if you would like. (I'll handle the shipping costs.) __________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12)

01-19-2010, 05:43 AM	#101
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	By "she" I mean the veterinary assistant. My vet is a guy. __________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12)

01-18-2010, 06:48 PM	#99
joeys mom YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Richlands, VA Posts: 269	Just a thought. Could you try to contact the science diet company direct and tell them your story. They may be willing to work with you on the price if it's something Jack really needs to help his condition. I know you don't want to go backwards with his progress and they may be willing to work with you. Could be worth a try, I wish the best for your Jack, sounds like he's a tough little guy.

01-19-2010, 09:32 AM	#103
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	To the OP....Please respond. Heck, I'll even buy the stuff and ship it to you. Just let me know if you WANT the egg and rice kind. __________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12)

01-19-2010, 04:32 PM	#105
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	Just an update....Jack's owner was able to get the right food at a more reasonable price at her vet. Jack has the food he needs right now. __________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12)