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Sick cat Jasper

Here is my dilemma, my elderly cat Jasper, who is 17 years old, is suffering from a swollen stomach and clearly needs medical attention.  Apart from vaccinations boosters and some rotten teeth needing to be removed he has not needed vet attention previously.  I have him insured, for all his 17 years, as are all my pets.  My trip to the vets with him has proved to be a frustration and I am none the wiser as to the cause of his swelling, treatment options or prognosis.

Don’t get me wrong vets are highly skilled professionals and I respect the fact that training is a long process, longer in fact that training as a Doctor.  But why do you feel costs escalate for treatment when you declare the pet is insured?

Jasper underwent sedation and x-rays on his swollen stomach late in the afternoon.  Read the rest of this entry »