Since I’ve adopted Judge adoption fees have gone up by $25. But it still isn’t that bad. The fee includes (word for word from the website):

Dogs – Standard Package $225

* Veterinary checkup
* Neuter/spay
* DHPP vaccine
* Rabies vaccine
* Bordatella vaccine
* Heartworm test and preventative*
* Fecal exam/worming
* Flea and tick preventative*
* Dietary and behavioral counseling
* Temperament evaluation
* Dietary and behavioral counseling
* Bath/grooming
* Pre-Adoption basic obedience/manners reinforcement
* Microchip
* One month of free ShelterCare Pet Insurance
* TLC!

Puppies – Standard Package $275

* Veterinary checkup
* Neuter/spay
* DHPP vaccine
* Rabies vaccine
* Bordatella vaccine
* Heartworm test and preventative*
* Fecal exam/worming
* Flea and tick preventative*
* Dietary and behavioral counseling
* Temperament evaluation
* Dietary and behavioral counseling
* Bath/grooming
* Pre-Adoption basic obedience/manners reinforcement
* Microchip
* One month of free ShelterCare Pet Insurance
* TLC!

Ottawa humane society

Puppies (under 6 months) $330.00
Dogs: $275.00
Small Breed Dogs (under 15kg) $330.00
CATS ADOPTION FEE
Kittens (under 6 months) $205.00
Cats $150.00

For cats and dogs: these costs include a health check, initial deworming and vaccination, and permanent microchip identification. Most cats and dogs adopted from the OHS have already been sterilized. However, the occasional animal is not suitable for the surgery prior to adoption. Therefore, it will be the responsibility of the new owner to have the animal sterilized within six months of the adoption, by a veterinarian of the adopter’s choice. When the sterilization is complete, the refund voucher (found on the adoption contract) and proof of sterilization can be brought to the OHS for an $80 refund. The adoption fee also includes six weeks of pet insurance coverage. All dogs are temperament assessed prior to being placed for adoption.

http://www.ottawahumane.ca/

Add: mine seems to be the most expensive. However i do give them credit..they helped to move a puppmill out of town and now the local pet stores only sell cats and dogs from the humane society.

My dog just come back from the veterinary surgeon with a cost of $1000 list of pre opt work up (biopsy/blood) and she needs to be put to sleep to do this work and test Not knowing for sure what it is and douhful that it is cancer but could turn into cancer if not removedd – if removed – it could come back at any time. I am also told this is a very hard operation due to where it sits with all the cords, nerves etc

After we find out what it might be, then the surgeon will then decide if he can do the surgery and that is $2000 and up depending on what they find

My dogs are my life and I love them so much, the sad part is I never bought pet insurance now I am kicking my self as this would have been covered

Has anyone gone through a similar problem with their pets and did the veterinary have any names to call this egg size lump?

Thanks

I have had two different dogs that had had lumps. The first dog was a large Doberman that had some lumps as she got older. We did not have them surgically removed and she lived to be 15 years old and had a long and happy life. The second dog developed breast cancer as she was a small ten pound dog and she lived only to be 11 years old. I really do not believe in a surgery on a pet unless it is absolutely the only choice. I am sorry your pet is ill.

Should veterinary services be included in the governments health insurance program ?

Sure why not. Abortions are included. I’m waiting for plastic surgery and sex changes to be covered too.

Whimsy- Are you sure? Because I see a lot of liberals who protect the rights of animals more than the rights of humans (You kill a bear attacking you, you are imprisoned for protecting yourself all because "you were in the bear’s territory!"… sure so when they get attacked by a bear will they just let themselves get mauled to death? lol)

Sorry I know I went off topic…

my dog is kind of sick but i am not sure she has not been wanting to play or anything. She is usually very playful but she just got weird on me? can i use blue cross medi-cal on my pet in need of vet care.

like the other two people, I think it is highly unlikely you can use your insurance

below is an interesting article about a pet insurance company

you need to get pet insurance or just keep money aside in a special account for pet medical needs, or just put expenses on credit card or cash out of pocket when pet related expenses arise.

so Veterinary Pet Insurance put out a list of the 50 weirdest names on file with them.. What is the weirdest name you have ever heard?

Top 10 on the list
Pickle von Corndog
Lord Chubby Prune Face
Badonkadonnk
Ninjastar Dangerrock
Molly McBoozehound
Dog Vader
Flopsy Squeakerton
Bettie Poops
Geez Louise
Barnaby Bones

well I have a cat named slinky mcpinklips. I work in a shelter. I claim to not like dogs (operative word is claim) a few months ago there was this tiny shih tzu/chihuahua mix out there that I fell in love with. The director caught me holding the dog and cooing at her and petting her, as did my daughter who also works there. They looked at me and reminded me that "I didn’t like dogs" so I said she was really not a dog. That became her name- nada dog. the director named her nada. when she was adopted out I met her new people and told them the story of how she got her name. They kept her name as Nada Dog )

ok, i’ve been looking all over for affordable pet insurance that will cover the things i want it to
is there anywhere that i can get pet insurance for just basic veterinary care not accidents and illnesses… all i want it to cover is dental cleanings, vaccines, flea and tick preventitives, heart worm tests, and the over all exam… i dont want it to cover stuff like accidents, cancer, or other diseases
just the basic stuff she needs every year… is this possible because it seems like you can only get coverage over that after you’re forking out $40 a month for stuff that might not ever happen… HELP

by the way: im trying to find pet insurance for my 3 year old dog who has never been diagnosed with any illnesses

Pet insurance, yearly premium, is more than what you’d spend on your dog for vaccinations, exam, etc. It’s a waste of money.

If anyone has experience with making claims through pet insurance, I’d really appreciate you giving me some info. I am filing my first claim and am worried that they will call and find out that my dog’s condition was somewhat preexisting. While getting her 3rd round of puppy shots, my vet noticed a place where my puppy had been scratching. He thought it could be a food allergy or just something irritating her skin so he put her on antibiotics to keep it from getting infected. Now, a couple weeks later, she has bumps and lesions. They did a skin scraping and although they didn’t find mites, treated her for scabies due to the pattern and looks of her inflammation. I got pet insurance between the two visits. In your experience, will they call my vet to get more info & if so, do you think the claim will be denied? Thanks!

If the treatment was expensive- yes, it is very much likely they’ll call and ask to have the file faxed to them. If it was very cheap, they may not bother with it. Since the condition existed prior to you taking out pet insurance- yes, the claim will be denied if your coverage excludes pre-existing conditions and they check up on it.

Are you getting your dog his yearly veterinary exam? Do you think that because he is acting fine that he is healthy? Don’t fall into a false sense of peace because you cannot visibly see problems. A yearly exam, which is a comprehensive examination, will help your dog to remain healthy. Your vet will be able to see things that you don’t, usually before they are too bad. Your vet will check several parts of your dog’s body, including:

Abdomen, many abnormalities (lumps, distending, infections, parasitic infestation) can be caught early through checking the abdomen area.

Back, spinal problems can be caught and corrected early.

Eyes, dull eyes can be a symptom of internal parasites. The eyes should also be free of foreign matter and excess mucus. Discharge in the eyes can be a sign of eye infections, which can be contagious to both animals and humans.

Ears, foul odor coming from the ear is often a sign of bacteria and/or infection. Ear mites are also something your vet will be checking for; these are easily transmitted to other pets but not humans.

Feet and Legs, muscle disorders and problems with the paws will be apparent through this.

Heart, listening for abnormal heart rate is very important in catching heart disease in early stages among other things.

Lungs, just like external human chest exams, your vet will listen to the lungs for abnormal breathing, congestion, and coughing. All of these can be signs of more serious problems.

Mouth, abscessed teeth, oral tumors, and unhealthy teeth or gums will be caught through this portion of the exam. Anemia is shown through unhealthy gums, which makes this another very important step.

Nose, nasal discharge can be indicative of a variety of conditions. The most worrisome of these is Canine Distemper.

Skin and Coat, external parasitic infestations will be caught. Your vet will also be looking for any injury to the skin as well as lumps within the skin. The coat is indicative to the internal health of your dog.

Which Vet is Right for You?

With the numbers of options available to most people with dogs, it is surprising to find that very few take much time in choosing their veterinarian. For the most part, gone are the days when there was one vet for several small communities, Today, you can usually find a decent choice of vets within reasonable driving distance from your home. How do you find your vet?

The most obvious way is to look in the phone book. It is not suggested that you choose a vet with only this method, this should be a stepping stone. Find out which vets are close to you, then you will have a list of doctors to check for your dog’s care.

Once you have a good idea which vets are within range for you, begin talking to others about the vet they use. Ask is they feel the vet honestly takes the time to give their dog the attention he needs and if they have been happy with results of visits. You may find that many people don’t actually care for their dog’s vet but don’t take the time to find another one. All vets are not created equal!

After talking to others, you have probably narrowed your list. From this modified list, take a trip, go check the offices, meet the veterinarians and office staff. While you are there, waiting to talk to the vet, chat up the receptionist. Find out how the vet’s moods are, find out if he has dog allergies (surprisingly, many do). If the vet has allergies to dog dander, your dog is better off with another vet as the doctor may rush through visits due to his allergies. You also need to find out what types of payment each vet accepts and, if you have pet insurance, you need to know whether the vet accepts it or not. Ask about emergency contingencies and whether care is available 24 hours, seven days per week.

With a bit of effort, you will be able to find an excellent vet that you are comfortable with. Since dogs are highly sensitive to the moods/feelings of owners, your comfort will help your dog be as comfortable as possible during those times when he has to see the vet.

Kerry Plowright
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/your-dogs-yearly-exam-and-picking-the-right-vet-57195.html

I’m just after doing my Leaving Certificate, and I’ve deferred my place at college for one year. I really love animals and I’d love to spend my year working with them. I’ve rang all my local pet shops, dog boarding kennels and even veterinary clinics, but none of them have any job vacancies for me. I also rang the dog warden, willing to volunteer for experience but he said something about needing insurance as it’s a dangerous job. Please help, I want to get a job as soon as possible!
I’m just after doing my Leaving Certificate, and I’ve deferred my place at college for one year. I live in Co.Clare, Ireland. I really love animals and I’d love to spend my year working with them. I’ve rang all my local pet shops, dog boarding kennels and even veterinary clinics, but none of them have any job vacancies for me. I also rang the dog warden, willing to volunteer for experience but he said something about needing insurance as it’s a dangerous job. Please help, I want to get a job as soon as possible!
If I was to start up my own dog-sitting/walking service, what would be the normal rate to charge? In terms of euro.

Perhaps there is a rancher in your area that needs some assistance.

The key here is planning and organization.

First you should select the type of vacation and its destination. Are you looking for a relaxing time on the beach, an exciting skiing vacation or a thrilling gambling junket to the islands? Once you have narrowed down the type of excursion you have chosen, it is time to do some research. You will want to find the peak time of the year to go for your particular trip along with the best prices on transportation and lodging. You can get the information from your travel agent or do it yourself on the Internet.Then depending on your decision, purchase the airline tickets, schedule the cruise, rent a car or reserve the hotel or campground. Arrange for transportation to and from the airport.

Allow enough time to get your traveling documents in order. For instance, ordering a notarized birth certificate or applying for a passport, visa, international driver’s license, travel insurance, etc. Be sure if you will be going as the solitary parent, to obtain a notarized letter of consent from you spouse or ex-spouse that you have the permission to bring the child with you to your destination. However if the other parent is deceased, you may need to present their death certificate. Then again, if you will be leaving your child with a guardian, give him or her a notarized letter allowing them to authorize emergency medical attention. Check to see if any mandatory inoculations are necessary for immunization to travel in the area you are going to be visiting. Verify that your health insurance is up-to-date.

Plan your itinerary because a well-planned itinerary will save you both time and money. For example, if you decide you really want to attend a special festival, concert or other activities while you are away, check out if it will require tickets or reservations and order them before hand. This will avoid arriving to find a long wait or the activity is sold out. Do not overload your schedule. See how long it will realistically take to get from place to place. What is the best way to get there? How long will you stay? Realize there will be delays caused by weather, transportation and possibly health issues.

You will want to make sure you have everything at home tended to while you are away. You will need someone to take care of your pets, plants and trim the lawn. You may wish to hire a house or pet sitter. Otherwise, you will have to arrange to have your pet boarded, the mail held at the Post Office and deliveries like the newspaper and bottled water temporarily stopped. Make sure that you supply your house sitter with a key and the alarm code to the house. Provide instructions for taking care of your pets. Also make a list of emergency phone numbers they might need, such as, the veterinary, police, fire department, alarm company and where you will be staying.

Shortly before you leave, make sure you have your prescriptions refilled. Pay any upcoming bills. Shop for things you will need to bring with you. Give yourself plenty of time to pack your luggage so you will not forget anything. Advise your alarm company and police department of the time you will be gone. Put lights and maybe a radio on timers so it looks and sounds like someone is home. Throw out anything in the refrigerator that will spoil. Make sure to have the credit cards, travelers checks, cash or foreign currency, reservation confirmations and traveling documents you will need.

Right before you depart on vacation, shut off all electrical appliances and unplug televisions and computers. Depending on the season, raise or lower the heat and air conditioning. Take out the garbage. Shut off the water to your washing machine and outside faucets. Check with the airline to confirm your flight is on schedule. Lock up the house and car. Get ready to have a fantastic vacation knowing everything has been taken care of due to your careful preparation.

James Yee
http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/careful-preparation-makes-for-a-great-vacation-112041.html