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Originally Posted by growlycat
I am really really sorry I didn't respond earlier this week. You have so much going on, I wish I knew what to say other than I wish you had a break from the pain.
It makes me angry to read that the hospital staff was so cold and that your H's family was so demanding.
And having a sick pet!!! Oh, I know how hard that is. I had a diabetic older kitty and he was a money pit but I couldn't bear to lose him. I finally had to decide based on his quality of life, which was only going to worsen once he was diagnosed with heart disease.
Is your dog treatable? Sounds like he might be? Both Petsmart and Petco have charitable foundations--you may want to seek out info on that. Maybe someone can point you to the right organization that could offset your dog's health costs.
I am also mad at your T. You don't have to feel this way for the rest of your life. That is lazy and uncaring for her to say!!! Ever considered a new T, one that can offer a path to hope?
Take care  |
I hope my dog is treatable. Our worst fear is she has cushings and not atypical cushings. If she has cushings, it means she has a tumor. And if she has a tumor, it could be cancerous. And if she has cushings, we'll have to put her on medication that could kill her if we give her too much. The test to find out if it's cushings is $400. The medication for cushings is $500 a month. Oh, and one of her current antibiotics is actually toxic to humans (great thing to have access to when you're suicidal...) Our vet is so frustrated with the case (not with us) that it makes him depressed every time he sees us in the waiting room.
I know that there are some places that can help with the cost, and if it comes down to it, I will seek out assistance. But I feel like I need to put in as much money as I possibly can before seeking handouts.
Maybe I wasn't clear? My T does not think I will suffer as severely as I am for the rest of my life. She thinks I'll have depression and sui thoughts for the rest of my life, but through therapy I will learn how to cope with my symptoms enough to where it doesn't affect my quality of life. My T is very positive. She's always telling me how much she believes in me. She even told me that the reason she took me on as a client is because of my potential. I will NEVER get rid of my T. She's going to have to give me the boot before I will let go... Only other way I'm leaving her is if I take my own life.