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Xena'smommy · 07-03-2007, 03:26 PM

That's such a horrible decision to have to make - I am sorry you are going through this.

diva pup · 07-03-2007, 03:27 PM

My point is I do not think that your vet is doing you any favors. Please look into seeing another one that is more reasonable. Unless she has had an extended hospital stay or tests more than xrays this just seems shockingly excessive. I hope you can work something out to keep your baby.

Dena · 07-03-2007, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by diva pup

My point is I do not think that your vet is doing you any favors. Please look into seeing another one that is more reasonable. Unless she has had an extended hospital stay or tests more than xrays this just seems shockingly excessive. I hope you can work something out to keep your baby.

Zoie has been to numerous vets, and has had had breathing treatments and a rinoscopy (forget exactly how to say it)... She's been through a lot.

This isn't something I decided overnight, and don't think I didn't do my best, and got several second opinions.
If I had any more money for a 6th opinion.. I might do it.. the point is.. i have NO Money.... im not looking for cheaper vets, I HAVE NO MONEY.. please, what part don't you understand? I work 70 hours a week I CANNOT pick up any more jobs.

This fight is over.. Zoie needs a better life

diva pup · 07-03-2007, 03:46 PM

Look Dena, i was trying to help thats all. I understand you have no money, I thought maybe you could find a vet that would work with you.

TLC · 07-03-2007, 04:20 PM

Dena,
I am so sorry that you are being forced to make this very sad choice. Have you talked to the breeder? I know that she doesn't really owe you anything (you stated this all came about on its own) - but maybe she would take her back and get her better again? I just hate that you have invested so much love and emotion into little Zoie and then the 6K and in the end you will just wind up with a whole lot of sadness. Dena, I am so sorry.

red98vett · 07-03-2007, 04:27 PM

Hey Dena - I understand you must feel at your limit but I don't know what kind of vet would charge that much for a tooth.....if the Tooth extraction can be done and you only pay 10% - maybe do that and think this thru a little longer ? you may make a decision too quickly that you'll come to regret -

I know pnemonia CAN be really hard to treat but once it's gone it's gone right ?? Is there a way for you to take care of the tooth right now - and just keep a good eye on her to see how she's coming along with the other ?

kalina82 · 07-03-2007, 04:28 PM

I'm so sorry Dena, i really am.

YORKIEMOM2B2006 · 07-03-2007, 04:38 PM

1,000 to pull 1 tooth? i paid half that for a neuter , teeth cleaned, and 1 pulled, AND a chip put in. geez that vet sounds REALLY outrageous.
I'm sorry you feel you have to rehome your baby.

Dena · 07-03-2007, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by TLC

Dena,
I am so sorry that you are being forced to make this very sad choice. Have you talked to the breeder? I know that she doesn't really owe you anything (you stated this all came about on its own) - but maybe she would take her back and get her better again? I just hate that you have invested so much love and emotion into little Zoie and then the 6K and in the end you will just wind up with a whole lot of sadness. Dena, I am so sorry.

Yes I told the breeder. She didn't offer to help with Zoie or take her. She actually suggested to just put Zoie down if she is so ill

She said some other things that really hurt me that I won't mention.

I said no, there is no way I would do that. Zoie is actually very happy and active. I just can't keep up with her anymore.

Dena · 07-03-2007, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by red98vett

Hey Dena - I understand you must feel at your limit but I don't know what kind of vet would charge that much for a tooth.....if the Tooth extraction can be done and you only pay 10% - maybe do that and think this thru a little longer ? you may make a decision too quickly that you'll come to regret -

I know pnemonia CAN be really hard to treat but once it's gone it's gone right ?? Is there a way for you to take care of the tooth right now - and just keep a good eye on her to see how she's coming along with the other ?

I have no idea how pneumonia works. The vet keeps making it sound like.. two more weeks and she should be healthy, two more weeks, two more weeks... you know.

OMG!! You won't belive this.. I just looked at Zoie's teeth, and the purple and black is all gone and it's pink again...

I noticed her other tooth on the other sidefell out. But she still has the second one that was infected.. I think it might be coming out on it's own.

Dena · 07-03-2007, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by YORKIEMOM2B2006

1,000 to pull 1 tooth? i paid half that for a neuter , teeth cleaned, and 1 pulled, AND a chip put in. geez that vet sounds REALLY outrageous.
I'm sorry you feel you have to rehome your baby.

Well, what the vet said is that he didn't recommend her to be put under anestesia (sp?) because of the pneumonia. He said that it is a chance, and if we risk it now, she might not make it out of surgery. He said it's best to wait until she is better. But IF i wanted to go ahead and risk it, that they would have to have specialist there and that the cost of that surgery with all the extra attention she needs would be in the 1000's.

SO I don't know what is going on with her tooth right now.
But I really can't afford another $100.. Zoie isn't my only financial responsibility. Vet bills are not the only expense.. it's everything together adding up, and other financial issues that together, it's making a huge impact, and I need to get myself out of this situation, otherwise I will end up in the gutter with two homeless yorkies

babi1542 · 07-03-2007, 04:53 PM

I am so sorry to hear you so sad and so desperately sad. I wish I could do something. My prayers are with you and whatever you decide is the right decision for you.

Mitzis Mom · 07-03-2007, 05:15 PM

We all pray for you to make the right decision and my heart is heavy b/c I can't help but be assured that whatever you decide to do will have my support. I also understand that it's not only the next $100 that'll come towards you but also the uncertainty what's coming next and the knowledge that you are maxed out... financially and also emotionally.

Besides that I have the slight suspicion that your Vet took you to the cleaners...

TLC · 07-03-2007, 05:24 PM

Dena,
I do hear some positive in your post now, maybe even a glimmer of hope. I do hope that you give it a tiny, tiny, tiny bit more time to see if Zoie is finally making it through the storm. I know that you want her to be healthy and happy and to be apart of your family. I also know that you've spent so much already, it would just really suck if she was really starting to get better and you had already given her to the rescue. The decision is ultimately yours, I know you are trying to do the best, and I hope you know that we all are behind you, whatever happens.

cshutchins · 07-03-2007, 07:05 PM

Can your vet do any kind of a payment program? Maybe if you tell them your financial situation they can work something out for you? It can't hurt to ask. Prayers to your and your dog.

07-03-2007, 03:26 PM	#46
Xena'smommy Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Telluride, CO Posts: 309	That's such a horrible decision to have to make - I am sorry you are going through this. __________________ The dog was created especially for children. He is the god of frolic.

07-03-2007, 04:20 PM	#50
TLC Slave to My Rug-Rats Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Long Island Posts: 7,247	Dena, I am so sorry that you are being forced to make this very sad choice. Have you talked to the breeder? I know that she doesn't really owe you anything (you stated this all came about on its own) - but maybe she would take her back and get her better again? I just hate that you have invested so much love and emotion into little Zoie and then the 6K and in the end you will just wind up with a whole lot of sadness. Dena, I am so sorry. __________________ Adopt Donate Foster www.yorkie911rescue.com

07-03-2007, 04:27 PM	#51
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	Hey Dena - I understand you must feel at your limit but I don't know what kind of vet would charge that much for a tooth.....if the Tooth extraction can be done and you only pay 10% - maybe do that and think this thru a little longer ? you may make a decision too quickly that you'll come to regret - I know pnemonia CAN be really hard to treat but once it's gone it's gone right ?? Is there a way for you to take care of the tooth right now - and just keep a good eye on her to see how she's coming along with the other ? __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

07-03-2007, 04:28 PM	#52
kalina82 Phantom Queen Morrigan Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: with my yorkie baby Posts: 10,141 Blog Entries: 1	I'm so sorry Dena, i really am. __________________ Kellie and Morgan

07-03-2007, 04:38 PM	#53
YORKIEMOM2B2006 Owned by 3 furbabies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Reading, Pennsylvania Posts: 2,546	1,000 to pull 1 tooth? i paid half that for a neuter , teeth cleaned, and 1 pulled, AND a chip put in. geez that vet sounds REALLY outrageous. I'm sorry you feel you have to rehome your baby. __________________ Elaine, mom to 2 Yorkies Peanut & Dixie

07-03-2007, 03:27 PM	#47
diva pup BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,139	My point is I do not think that your vet is doing you any favors. Please look into seeing another one that is more reasonable. Unless she has had an extended hospital stay or tests more than xrays this just seems shockingly excessive. I hope you can work something out to keep your baby.

07-03-2007, 03:46 PM	#49
diva pup BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,139	Look Dena, i was trying to help thats all. I understand you have no money, I thought maybe you could find a vet that would work with you.

07-03-2007, 04:53 PM	#57
babi1542 Double Trouble Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 4,658	I am so sorry to hear you so sad and so desperately sad. I wish I could do something. My prayers are with you and whatever you decide is the right decision for you. __________________ PEBBLES AND SASHA MY DOGS ARE NOT SPOILED...I'M JUST WELL TRAINED!

07-03-2007, 05:15 PM	#58
Mitzis Mom No Longer a Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,837	We all pray for you to make the right decision and my heart is heavy b/c I can't help but be assured that whatever you decide to do will have my support. I also understand that it's not only the next $100 that'll come towards you but also the uncertainty what's coming next and the knowledge that you are maxed out... financially and also emotionally. Besides that I have the slight suspicion that your Vet took you to the cleaners...

07-03-2007, 05:24 PM	#59
TLC Slave to My Rug-Rats Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Long Island Posts: 7,247	Dena, I do hear some positive in your post now, maybe even a glimmer of hope. I do hope that you give it a tiny, tiny, tiny bit more time to see if Zoie is finally making it through the storm. I know that you want her to be healthy and happy and to be apart of your family. I also know that you've spent so much already, it would just really suck if she was really starting to get better and you had already given her to the rescue. The decision is ultimately yours, I know you are trying to do the best, and I hope you know that we all are behind you, whatever happens. __________________ Adopt Donate Foster www.yorkie911rescue.com

07-03-2007, 07:05 PM	#60
cshutchins Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 14	Can your vet do any kind of a payment program? Maybe if you tell them your financial situation they can work something out for you? It can't hurt to ask. Prayers to your and your dog.