Off topic but update to dog teeth
I got a better look at the drown rats teeth this weekend and decided to take him in when the vet opened this morning. We were in and out surprisingly fast and rat is set for teeth cleaning/removal surgery the beginning of July or sooner if there is a cancellation. Rat dog needed an updated rabies shot so he got the 3 yr one. On the way out I paid a total of $18. They didn't charge me an office visit just for the shot. I questioned the quote she gave me which is between $150 to $250 total. She said it includes pre-op blood work, cleaning, tooth removals, antibiotics and pain meds. She said he may be on the higher end of the quote since his teeth were stage 3. I didn't mention this before but this is an animal hospital/vet. I don't know if that makes a difference price wise. I'm skeptical but I asked facebook for our county page and people give this office great reviews. I still feel the price isn't right and I am skeptical.
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It was verbal.
It was verbal.
Good for you to take "the
Good for you to take "the drowned rat" to the vet sooner rather than later. So, now he's got a rabies shot and is set for maintenance teeth work. My vet would likely still have charged me an office visit for the shot. Hope that it all works out well. I will hazard a guess that the little dog's behavior and temperament will improve after the teeth work.
My wife is pissed at me
My wife is pissed at me because I let him get a rabies shot. She said he got the 3 yr one last year. I can't win. The vet said he had to have a rabies shot on file since he bites.
TBH, it doesn't hurt to get a
TBH, it doesn't hurt to get a 2nd rabies shot. In fact, vets will give an animal a booster if they have contact with a wild animal quite often.
I'm in the process of sending
I'm in the process of sending her links telling her this.
I know using banfield years
I know using banfield years back we paid 4 to 5 hundred for yearly maintenance. I am non trusting at how cheap this is sounding. Had they quoted me double I would feel more comfortable. I just need to wait and see.
So they are estimating
So they are estimating $150-250 and you are prepared for $300-500...so all's good, right? No problem unless they hand you a bill at end for $600plus.
And actually if they get started and see more than thought is necessary, you can ask they notify you on anything not pre-discussed before they just do it.
I'm expecting to pay 8 to 9
I'm expecting to pay 8 to 9 hundred based off what others have paid here. I was worried the vets office would be like a car dealership where they upsell anything and everything and this vet seems to be down selling everything.
HI Gunner So good that you
HI Gunner
So good that you are caring for the dog. Perhaps the vet will allow payments for any extra cost above the initial quote if you discuss ahead of time.
Also perhaps try coconut oil for the dogs oral health. Even though he needs the teeth cleaning now if would not hurt to start on the coconut oil treatment now and then afterwards for maintenance.
Here is an article link with some other suggestions for dog oral care
http://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/seven-ways-to-deep-six-stinky-dog-kisses
I give my Aussies (aggressive chewers) smoked but not cooked beef knuckle bones from the farm store or farm market butcher shop. They must be smoked without the salt and extra stuff used for regular smoked meats. And no pork at all. It helps clean their teeth. And the coconut oil is for between times.
Good luck with the little guy. A lot of his issues may be pain. And the rest may be insecurity that can be helped with training.
Money isn't the issue. At
Money isn't the issue. At first I was worried they would upsale me like our last vet did so I wanted to be prepared. Now I am just unsure why the pricing is so low. Thanks for the link I will be reading it.
Your are welcome. If it is a
Your are welcome.
If it is a vet hospital/school then that could be why the price is lower. I would call the office and just ask the staff for a break down of the expected charges and a written quote. Ask for the worst case price as well.
Either way it is good you are caring for the dog. Sad that your wife let it go so long.
Ps coconut oll is good for people's teeth too. I have had a lot of dental work done the past few months, replacing old silver fillings, when I use the coconut oil prior to the appt I do not have as many issues with sore gums and infections after the work. Look up Oil Pulling.
I'm hesitant to oil pull
I'm hesitant to oil pull because I have old Mercury fillings from my stint as a Navy brat. I've seen people comment that oil pulling will pull out the fillings or take a cap or crown off?
We are rural and not low
We are rural and not low income at all. Our town is booming so it's not that. Friends have recommended this vet and I asked on our county, buy, sell or trade facebook page and the vet got glowing reviews and people recommended them. They also said their prices are cheap compared to other vets in the area.
then count yourself as being
then count yourself as being really fortunate!!! great reviews and cheaper than expected prices - there could be worse things to deal with. it could also be a sign of a really truly caring vet who is not out to make bank but honestly cares about getting as many animals healthy as possible.
we have one around here who will run $10 rabies clinics, do $35 and $25 spay or neuter specials, things like that. she is in it for the furbabies, not the money.
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