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erronis

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5. I used to have a vet in Vermont that was great, and a minimalist.

Reply to bif (Original post)

Thu May 22, 2025, 06:24 PM

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Worked on large farm animals down to my dogs and cats. Very reasonable.

In the last 10 years I've seen a rapid escalation with the new practices in costs and expensive prescriptions. I think most of this is driven by VC chains. Profit over care.

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Just back from the veterinary surgeon's [View all] bif Thursday OP

I wondered if she would be able to adapt when I read your first post Walleye Thursday #1

Congrats! SheltieLover Thursday #2

Great news! SARose Thursday #3

We're pretty relieved! bif Thursday #4

I used to have a vet in Vermont that was great, and a minimalist. erronis Thursday #5

I'd follow his advice wendyb-NC Thursday #6

Options Nigrum Cattus Thursday #7

Knee surgeries here! Dear_Prudence Thursday #8

She gets around just fine. bif Friday #9

Sending huggggs for kitty and you. Glad she can forego surgery. niyad Friday #10