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Started this discussion. Last reply by Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*() Sep 21, 2012. 16 Replies 0 Favorites
I just have to say - 1 - i love my dog and want him to be 100% at all times.2. I am so frustrated right now I just don't know what to do...I woke up this morning to my wonderful goldendoodle, Coffee…Continue
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Linda, Webber and Seda replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"Ask the vet to write you a prescription for what ever medication is needed and get it filled at Walmart. Get the generic version. There is a huge mark up for medications at the Vet's office. They really do need to see the dog…"
Kaytlin and Cooper replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"I have been to 2 vets in my new city and am not too impressed with either (one said that protein isnt important to a dog!!!!!). when Cooper is due her wellness exam and titers im going to go into Michigan (as opposed to here in Ontario) and see a…"
Andrea Johnston replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"I am late to this discussion but one thing I wanted to say is that vets are, after all, professionals who are running a business. While some charges are outrageous and one needs to be mindful of the budget, most vets are charging what the traffic…"
Raley the Doodle replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"Check around your area for a "cash only" vet. I have one about 90 minutes from me - they do not charge a visit fee, just for any texts or medication - we did all of my doodles puppy shots there, saved us a ton of money! Also, there used to…"
Joanne ~ Spud* replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"Me too, S&L's Mom. We also take the 20 mile drive even though I have 3 vets within 3 miles. We go back to my husbands old family small office vet where a relationship began over 45 years ago. The costs near me may be higher but it is also…"
Colleen, Jake & Baxter replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"I love my vet but she charges about $350 for neutering. The vet that I have taken fosters to is about 1/2 an hour away and only charges $150 depending on the weight of the dog. "
Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"While I agree that the cost of vetting in OH/MI is cheaper than NJ, I would also suggest shopping around a little bit. I can encounter these same issues right here in my small town area of OH. There are Vets where it would cost a fortune…"
Joanne ~ Spud* replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"The cost of living in New Jersey and Michigan have a lot to do with these charges. I live in Ohio and have compared New Jersey vetting with Ohio's vetting on several occasions with foster doodles and a few Jersey friends.
It honestly sounds…"
Doris replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"I agree with Daisy. Do you have a relationship with this vet? They would be at fault if they just gave out medicine without checking your doodle! I have an established relationship with my vet. Bodi has reaccuring itchy skin in…"
Lisa and Daisy Doodle replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"Ah, the age old question of why.
Please don't take offense, and I am not condoning the charge but chances are the Vet your mom has knows her over the years and he knew he did not have to see her. In your case, new puppy (or new blood) and he…"
Vivian & Mojo replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"My vet overcharges, I saw him for my puppy's diarrhea and was charged $154.00 for exam, tests and food, the prescription food made him sicker so I boiled ground beef and mixed with rice, he was better in 24 hours. I'm going to change vets…"
Candice & Bailey replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"It really depends on the vets you go to even in the same city. I've found a vet I love, who doesn't gouge and has treated us well through the years. Our old vet was really good but pricey. (I live on the Canada/US border as well Kaytlin,…"
Kaytlin and Cooper replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"I feel the same Katherine. I live in Canada on the border of the US and vets are so much cheaper in the US. Vets were cheaper in vancouver, too so i guess it varies where in the country you are"
Karen & Jackdoodle replied to Katherine L's discussion Varying Vet Fees"I can't help you with finding a vet, but I can help with things like the expensive RX food from the vet- don't buy it. It isn't medicine, it can't cure anything, and it's usually a bag full of corn and the cheapest,…"
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I just have to say - 1 - i love my dog and want him to be 100% at all times.2. I am so frustrated right now I just don't know what to do...I woke up this morning to my wonderful goldendoodle, Coffee having green pus coming out of his eyes. I worried about him all day and called my mother back home in michigan who has two standard poodles about if i should go to the vet. She said her poodle just had had the same problem and they only charged her $10 to pick up the eye infection cream. I just…See More
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Christine & Shelby said… Welcome to Doodle Kisses!!! We hope you find this site fun and informative just like we do. Take some time to look around, read the blogs, join some groups and make some friends. This is a great community that really comes together in our love of Doodles!
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- At 4:43am on February 5, 2012,
Kemp Rader said… Hello Katherine,
Thank you for joining us here on DoodleKisses!! If you love doodles, you've come to the right place. This is a great site for doodle lovers....the community members are very friendly and we love to talk about all things related to doodles. I'm sure you will discover many informative discussions, specific interest groups and frequent fun contests here at DoodleKisses.
Adina (DK's creator) and the rest of the Doodle Kisses Community are a fun and supportive group. I know you'll enjoy the website & getting to know everyone as much as I do. Welcome!!
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