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‘I realize that this may be a stupid question but who the heck buys health insurance for their pet? I guess I understand why you would maybe want it for a valuable dog such as a show dog or racing horses, but health insurance for a family pet seems a little rediculous.’
I do ! I have 3 cats and a dog, I pay just under £20 per month for all 4 maximum benefit lifetime cover, I also had a cat who sadly had to be PTS due to FIV spreading rapidly throughout his whole body causing multple organ collapse, his bill totalled approx £600 – I wouldn’t have been able to pay it had he not been covered and the vet wouldn’t have gone to such great lengths with various tests and treatment. Some pet owners suddenly find themselves in a situation where they can’t afford life saving treatment, many people choose to euthanise their beloved pets when the condition isn’t even life threatening. I’d rather pay insurance than have to sacrifice the life of my pet when it’s unnecessary, simply because I can’t afford it. What’s £20 per month for 4 cherished lives that enhance my life every chance they get ?I’ve emailed shelter asking for situation to be confirmed but haven’t yet received response, I tried calling but all I got was the answermachine, if you’re interested by all means try and contact shelter – there were several other dogs due to be PTS the same day, I have no idea on them… wish I was in US to help more.
Thank you for your support.I heard she’s been reprieved, I’m in England UK but a contact in Georgia emailed to say she’d phoned several rescues, a husky rescue in Chicago has since contacted the shelter and they’re hoping to place her, there’s interest from people wanting to adopt – I don’t know why link didn’t work, I’ll try and insert pic instead, she’s a real beauty…
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Some reports have suggested as many as 3,600 deaths as of April 11th, CNN reported count as 4,150 just yesterday…
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Lots more info and important links here…
US Food & Drug Administration Pet Food Recall
Updated April 12 – PLEASE CLICK FDA LINK BELOW FOR NEWS & IMPORTANT INFO ON THE PET FOOD RECALL.Kidney Failure in Cats:
http://clicks.aweber.com/z/ct/?t1A6q7wAdx9XzHBXb5PXYgKidney Failure in dogs
http://clicks.aweber.com/z/ct/?NM5lsJpVp6N.oB3ohK2_pwIf you suspect your pet has been affected by the food – please read these steps to help your veterinarian with your pet’s diagnosis, see Advice to Pet Food Owner After National Recall:
http://clicks.aweber.com/z/ct/?gRMX1OqDnWnfekwOkhAd9wThis article gives recommendations and resources for veterinarians. If your pet has been affected, please print both articles and take them with you when you see your vet.
Here is the update for veterinarians, Pet Food Recall Updated – Information for Veterinarians:
http://clicks.aweber.com/z/ct/?bQ9fN_F0SW8Cmf1iaU3_oAFor information or an updated list, call 1-866-895-2708.
Correct link !
Sorry you guys are so upset, but thank you for taking time to read, this is unfortunately the sad story of many pets who were once classed as a family member, my heart goes out to all of them and to anyone who has ever had to make the heartwrenching decision to PTS any animal due to illness, pain and suffering, it’s something I never want to have to do again, but when the time comes the choice we have is them or us pain… it should never be them. Cherish your pets and take a few moments to think of how you may be able to help those who need homes and could benefit greatly from your love and support, you can change their innocent lives !
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‘The one good from this is that pet food standards are now being scrutinized. Hope everyones pets are safe’ – RK
Hear Hear !
Please click on link below for updated recall list…
Menu Foods Recall Info – 1-866-895-2708
Menu Foods Press Release – http://www.menufoods.com/recall/Press_Recall_03162007.pdf
"Reports of different pet foods causing kidney failure in cats and dogs and death in at least 10 pets. The most common signs are vomiting, not eating and lethargy. If your pet is eating one of the recalled for products and experiencing any symptoms, please call your veterinarian."
"Canadian supplier of ‘cuts and gravy’ style dog and cat food tied to 10 animal deaths" …more than 60 million cans of cat and dog food recalled, sold nationwide by retailers including; Kroger, Safeway, Wal-Mart, PetSmart, Pet Valu…
Recall information for both cats and dogs please click on link….
Pet Insurance ! I’m in UK, my dog is insured for ?7 a month with NO EXCESS to pay, low rate cover from 6mths of age, lifetime cover for any ongoing illness/medication. ?7,000 vets fees cover per yr plus many other benefits. ?7 per month is worth sacrificing, I’d much rather pay that than have to sacrifice my dog ! Cats are cheaper, I have 3 – their combined cover totals ?15 per month, all covered from 6mths of age, discount for multi pets, NO EXCESS FEES TO PAY, same lifetime cover and ?7,000 vet fees plus benefits…
~> In fact with the millions of cats killed in shelters every year – I wouldn’t be bragging about all your litters. Yes, a lot of them are PB’s < ~
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Lots of good dog food information here ~>