Comments on: Pets – the gift that keeps on costing

By: Rae Roadley

Sun, 15 Dec 2013 18:20:47 +0000

And merry Christmas to you and your pets – and the birds. I totally get the no cats thing – we have three baby blackbirds in a nest gazing over our courtyard where cats lurk. Gahhh… And as for vets – our cat Dot has an unsolved mystery disease – she’s been in cat Prozac and other tabs – off for blood test. Yep, they are an expensive hobby – and such a pleasure! Warmest for Christmas to you, Rae

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By: Rae Roadley

Sun, 15 Dec 2013 18:15:51 +0000

Disconcerting for people when when you slumped purring on their shoulder! Many, many merries to you – best with your next book – and thanks!

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By: Lynley

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 04:39:31 +0000

Oh you speak straight to my heart and bank balance right now Rae. Today I have booked Jazz, the cat of almost 15 years of age in for Xrays and checks on Monday to try and ascertain why he has front limb lameness.

Four weeks ago he began to limp just a fortnight after recovering from a slipped disc in his back…..all jokes about lifting heavy boxes went a bit sour with the bills for the Xrays, treatments, and drugs. He also has arthritis in his lower spine.

Jazz has been a frequent flyer to the vet for numerous abscesses and issues over his busy, energetic life to date.

His late twin brother was also a platinum client at the vet after bladder obstructions and to cure that a perineal urethosomy(spelling) Mega dollars.

Vet care has changed so much in the past 30 years with attendant high costs that we are now ill equipped to cover thanks to the recession and health issues for a human in the family. So it is precious savings that get borrowed from next week to cover the $330 approximate bill…..

I adore Jazz and loved his late brother but Jazz will be our last pet due to the expense of ensuring the health and well being of one. Pet insurance is now becoming popular and probably essential for any pet owner nowadays.

In lieu of a pet I will turn my attentions to feeding the birds and encouraging the Tui, Bellbirds, Keruru and other natives that are appearing in greater numbers here in the ‘burbs.

Merry Xmas Rae and here’s to pet health!

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By: Maureen

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 03:56:19 +0000

I’m not letting Rod see this – we acquired another Staffy puppy just recently

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By: Jenn J McLeod | House for all Seasons

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 03:28:29 +0000

Oh my gosh! I had hyperthyroidism and my symptoms were the same. 😉 Except I think I hissed more!!!!!!
Rae, as usual your blog has delighted, but also sent a good message. Merry Christmas to all and thank you for your ongoing support.

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