Help for Pet Owners

(By Monika Fabian) I just returned from a vet visit at the Humane Society and am completely pleased with the service and cost. Although it took over 3 weeks to get a Saturday appointment and they've started charging $5 extra dollars to the $35 exam fee to have your pet seen on a Sat or Sun, my dog was seen by the vet, administered 3 vaccines (includ. a 3 yr rabies & a 3 yr distemper ones), given a chest x-ray, had a heartworm blood test, given a year's worth heartworm meds, ear wash flush, and 30 days worth of heart medication today. It all took under 2 hours and cost $144. Everyone was kind and accomodating. The vet (Dr. Soeda) was thorough and answered all of my questions. It just goes to show you that good-quality, affordable vet care does exist in this economy.

You can negotiate with your vet. I had to have several impacted teeth removed from my dog. I didn't have the money to pay my wonderful vet who surely deserves to be paid. We negotiated a payment plan with no interest. So much cheaper than using a credit card, and since she takes care of my now elderly dogs, who will, no doubt, need more care, I was motivated to make the payments.

We are looking for individuals who can help show kitties for adoption in space loaned to us by pet shops on Sunday afternoons. This is a great way to spend quality time with cats and kittens while helping homeless animals get a second chance, at a convenient location on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. We would like you to commit to at least one Sunday a month but more often is welcome as long as you sign up ahead of time. Adult volunteers only; you must be over 18 years of age. NYC Siamese
Volunteer at Animal Haven on Centre Street in Manhattan.

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