Today, I took my dog to the vet because he hadn't eaten his food in three days, was drinking a lot of water, and was peeing a lot (all signs of antifreeze poisoning). I spent $200 at the vet to tell me that my dog is fine and just didn't like his current food. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, after being worried for a week because my dog wasn't eating, I paid the vet $120 for her to tell me that my dog doesn't like her dog food. FML
Today, I rushed my dog to the vet because he was foaming at the mouth. I returned home with a bill for $200 and a dog who apparently has a thing for marshmallows. FML
Today, my dog ate my little brother's medication. I spent all morning trying to make him throw it up, but it wasn't working so I took him to the animal hospital, which was in a different city. $150 in poison control and vet bills later, I found the pill we thought he ate stuck under his paw. FML
Today, after seeing my cat struggle to use the litterbox and produce nothing for two days, I caved and took him to the emergency vet, fearing a UTI. It wasn't. $200 and 2 Lyft rides later, he's stoned out of his mind and peeing just fine. FML
Today, I found out my dog is allergic to all forms of animal. His new vegetarian food is $90 a bag, and he refuses to eat it. FML
Today, I was in the car with my mom taking the dog to the vet, when he peed on me. We were taking him there because he hadn't peed in three days. FML
Today, after spending $15,000 to treat my dog's cancer over the past two months, he died of kidney failure. FML
Today, I finally realized why my 9-week-old puppy was going to the bathroom so much. I went to pick up the food bag and realized she had chewed a hole in the bottom, and eaten half of the bag in the last 4 days. Goodbye 30 pounds of dog food, and 100$ for a vet visit. FML
Today, I took my dog back to the vet because her face was completely swollen and her stomach was bright red and blotchy. It's obviously the medication she just started, but my vet doesn't believe dogs have allergic reactions. It's the only vet in the area. FML
Today, I splurged thousands of dollars on the breed of dog that I've loved since I was a kid from a reputable breeder. He is allergic to all food except the 24lb food for $70 and has sensitivities galore, including a seizure from a shot. I've spent $5,000 in vet bills in the first week. FML
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happy_ness 0
hey...at least your dog is fine! i'd spend a lot more if it came to my dog's health!
nikki1001 0
That also could have been a sign of diabetes, so you did the right thing!
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arielsais 0
vets are overpayed.
Rachalynia 0
kittyrose: wasn't trying to offend just stating that I wasn't just some Joe blow shooting my mouth off. and I suggested those tests for hyperthyroidism bc of several misdiagnosed cats, one being my own, bc of only checking a t4 level. started with similar symptoms and several university veterinarians agreed with my assessment. let's not do this I was only trying to help someone out.
penisface69 17
you never give your dog any treats? if you had given him treats, im sure he would have at least liked one brand you bought, and you would have easily seen that he does have an appetite, which would have only cost you $10 or so. YDI
kmsnapp 0
dogs don't not eat for 3 days because they don't like food. They might not eat it for 1 day because they don't like it.. but if that's the only reason why.. they'll eventually eat it. (This is NOT true for cats) Chocolate isnt THAT harmful to dogs... I chocolate expresso bean wouldn't do anything to any dog. there's specific amounts/pound they have to eat for it to be considered toxic. Its okay to give dogs "people food" if it's specific. Vet's often recommend boiled chicken breasts, white rice, and cottage cheese. Parvo has WAY more symptons than not eating. if the dog had parvo there would be watery bloody diarrhea all over this person's house. This person was COMPLETELY right for taking the dog to the vet. to everyone who suggested alternatives.. I know it seems like a waste of money and it's so much easier to look it up online.. but what would you do if your child didn't eat for 3 days? look it up online and hope what any idiot can post on Wikipedia is right? If I were you, I'd get a second opinion. It may seem like a waste of money but if your dog does have a serious illness, think of how you'll feel that you stopped trying to fix it.
kmsnapp 0
Note "speak your mind, but please try and be respectful" stop calling each other idiots. Some people don't know because THEY ARE NOT VETERINARIANS. Respect and learn from comments... don't put each other down because who knows.. you could be wrong. thanks =]
CalamityStriker 0
Better safe than sorry, right?
hassenpfeffermmm 0
you worry too much. dogs don't want to eat healthy or cheap.
xGTFx 0
ydi cuz u shuda tried feeding him other food
KuroiTsubasaXD 5
Don't complain. Vets in all rights are doctors too, just that they don't specialize. They also have huge student loans to pay off for their studies and they save lives too. You don't go waltzing into the doctor's office and demanding a discount do you? If you can't afford to pay for your pet's welfare, don't get one. Besides that, I applaud you on your fast thinking for your dog, it could very well have been something more serious.
WhoopsMyBad459 7
Better safe than sorry. I think you did a good thing