My dog attacked by raccoon- needs surgery

[gabrielle]

Hi - I am asking for referrals or assistance.
My Lhaso Apso was attacked by a raccoon and it broke her jaw in 3 places. I cannot afford to pay for the surgery and am looking for a vet (orthopedic:heart: specialist) who may be willing to trade for a cold laser worth 4500..00 that I use in my practice as a chiropractor.
I also have a friend who is an amazing sculptor who has offered to donate a bronze cast sculpture to a vet who will help Foxy. It is an open fracture and needs to be dealt with rather quickly.
Who do you know who might be able to help.
Gabrielle Ridgeway, D.C.
[email protected]
707 623-7169
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[Dark Shadows]

For God's sake, get that animal the appropriate medical care immediately! Either that or you must put it down. Never let an animal suffer because you cannot afford surgery. Send me your address and I will make a donation. I encourage others to do the same. Put the surgery on your credit card if you have to.


Hi - I am asking for referrals or assistance.
My Lhaso Apso was attacked by a raccoon and it broke her jaw in 3 places. I cannot afford to pay for the surgery and am looking for a vet (orthopedic:heart: specialist) who may be willing to trade for a cold laser worth 4500..00 that I use in my practice as a chiropractor.
I also have a friend who is an amazing sculptor who has offered to donate a bronze cast sculpture to a vet who will help Foxy. It is an open fracture and needs to be dealt with rather quickly.
Who do you know who might be able to help.
Gabrielle Ridgeway, D.C.
[email protected]
707 623-7169
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[Debunker]

If you or someone else has reasonably good credit the PetCare Hospital has some sort of credit available. Their prices are good and they have great vets. They're open 24 hrs a day, it's a full hospital. This sounds like a major emergency so you might give them a call no matter what and see what they say.
PetCare Veterinary Hospital: 24-hour Emergency and Intensive care (https://www.pcvh.com/)




Hi - I am asking for referrals or assistance.
My Lhaso Apso was attacked by a raccoon and it broke her jaw in 3 places. I cannot afford to pay for the surgery and am looking for a vet (orthopedic:heart: specialist) who may be willing to trade for a cold laser worth 4500..00 that I use in my practice as a chiropractor.
I also have a friend who is an amazing sculptor who has offered to donate a bronze cast sculpture to a vet who will help Foxy. It is an open fracture and needs to be dealt with rather quickly.
Who do you know who might be able to help.
Gabrielle Ridgeway, D.C.
[email protected]
707 623-7169
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[Dark Shadows]

And if she doesn't have reasonable credit? What will happen to the poor dog? I can't stand the thought of an animal being in pain while people decide whether they can afford a monthly payment or not. That animal needs surgery just like you would provide your own child. If you cannot take care of your animal then you have no business keeping one. That means if you have a dog, you must insure it for emergencies such as this. I have a horse, if he was injured I wouldn't stop to post something on Wacco to see if I could round up the cash, I would tell the vet to do the surgery and bill me. Or charge it to my credit card. We have a responsibility to our animals, just like our own children. They are innocent and we keep them alive for our own benefit and amusement. The least we can do is keep them from suffering needlessly. I want this woman to report on what happens to her animal so that we aren't kept wondering. I am not an animal rights activist or a member of PETA, I just love my animals and can't understand why a person would not treat their own animals as they would another human being. [


quote=Debunker;114444]If you or someone else has reasonably good credit the PetCare Hospital has some sort of credit available. Their prices are good and they have great vets. They're open 24 hrs a day, it's a full hospital. This sounds like a major emergency so you might give them a call no matter what and see what they say.
PetCare Veterinary Hospital: 24-hour Emergency and Intensive care (https://www.pcvh.com/)[/quote]

[Debunker]

You may have a point, but I don't see how it's helpful during this emergency. We know nothing about the people involved in this, and suggesting they call a vet hospital, no matter what, at this time, is the best thing we can say, in my opinion.




And if she doesn't have reasonable credit? What will happen to the poor dog? I can't stand the thought of an animal being in pain while people decide whether they can afford a monthly payment or not. That animal needs surgery just like you would provide your own child. If you cannot take care of your animal then you have no business keeping one. That means if you have a dog, you must insure it for emergencies such as this. I have a horse, if he was injured I wouldn't stop to post something on Wacco to see if I could round up the cash, I would tell the vet to do the surgery and bill me. Or charge it to my credit card. We have a responsibility to our animals, just like our own children. They are innocent and we keep them alive for our own benefit and amusement. The least we can do is keep them from suffering needlessly. I want this woman to report on what happens to her animal so that we aren't kept wondering. I am not an animal rights activist or a member of PETA, I just love my animals and can't understand why a person would not treat their own animals as they would another human being. [


quote=Debunker;114444]If you or someone else has reasonably good credit the PetCare Hospital has some sort of credit available. Their prices are good and they have great vets. They're open 24 hrs a day, it's a full hospital. This sounds like a major emergency so you might give them a call no matter what and see what they say.
PetCare Veterinary Hospital: 24-hour Emergency and Intensive care (https://www.pcvh.com/)[/QUOTE]

[Dark Shadows]

I have an idea Gabrielle, why not offer your chiropractic services in exchange for the veterinary services? There has got to be a vet out there who needs good chiropractic care and can't afford it either. Have you even thought about that? That would be an even exchange if you could give the vet an appropriate number of sessions/adjustments for a reasonable exchange rate. Isn't there a vet out there who will do this, NOW? There is an emergency veterinary clinic in Rohnert Park where I have taken my animal and they were fair and didn't charge much more than a regular vet. They were friendly and filled with helpful information. I think it was called AEC, Animal Emergency Clinic, or something like that. It's across the street from the Olive Garden off Rohnert Park Expressway. Please do something now or put your dog out of its misery.



Hi - I am asking for referrals or assistance.
My Lhaso Apso was attacked by a raccoon and it broke her jaw in 3 places. I cannot afford to pay for the surgery and am looking for a vet (orthopedic:heart: specialist) who may be willing to trade for a cold laser worth 4500..00 that I use in my practice as a chiropractor.
I also have a friend who is an amazing sculptor who has offered to donate a bronze cast sculpture to a vet who will help Foxy. It is an open fracture and needs to be dealt with rather quickly.
Who do you know who might be able to help.
Gabrielle Ridgeway, D.C.
[email protected]
707 623-7169
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[Dark Shadows]

I am hoping that this woman will see the light and understand what she has to do. If the dog needs care, then put the surgery on her credit card. She's a chiropractor for god's sake. She's got to have some reserves on hand. What about her retirement account? She can tap into that to pay for the surgery. I would in the same situation.



You may have a point, but I don't see how it's helpful during this emergency. We know nothing about the people involved in this, and suggesting they call a vet hospital, no matter what, at this time, is the best thing we can say, in my opinion.



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[Debunker]

Again, I don't see how this is helpful. You are making all sorts of assumptions. We don't know anything. Vets are quite capable of helping people explore their options, they do it all the time. Let's just support Gabrielle in making that call.


I am hoping that this woman will see the light and understand what she has to do. If the dog needs care, then put the surgery on her credit card. She's a chiropractor for god's sake. She's got to have some reserves on hand. What about her retirement account? She can tap into that to pay for the surgery. I would in the same situation.


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[Dark Shadows]

I simply don't understand the ignorance of some people on this site. Would you let your own child lie in bed with a broken jaw because you couldn't afford surgery? While Gabrielle is waiting for a kindly vet who is willing to help her "explore her options" in this stinking economy, that dog will suffer and probably wish it was dead. Perhaps you have never been in such pain from an injury that you couldn't speak and could only whimper and hope that someone would give you some more pain medication. Get a grip, Gabrielle needs to take responsibility for this animal that she owns and either put it down or get it appropriate medical care. Period. I don't want to hear your pitiful pleas for patience with Gabrielle when what she is committing is animal cruelty.


Again, I don't see how this is helpful. You are making all sorts of assumptions. We don't know anything. Vets are quite capable of helping people explore their options, they do it all the time. Let's just support Gabrielle in making that call.

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[Sylph]

I agree, dog needs to get care ASAP! Poor creature. Hopefully, Gabrielle is at the emergency vet hospital right now.

[Debunker]

To be blunt about it, you simply don't know how to deal with an emergency. This is not the time to air your sarcastic comments about what you perceive to be the failings of others. You know nothing about Gabriella. The goal is to get her in touch with a vet, not to browbeat or humiliate her.


I simply don't understand the ignorance of some people on this site. Would you let your own child lie in bed with a broken jaw because you couldn't afford surgery? While Gabrielle is waiting for a kindly vet who is willing to help her "explore her options" in this stinking economy, that dog will suffer and probably wish it was dead. Perhaps you have never been in such pain from an injury that you couldn't speak and could only whimper and hope that someone would give you some more pain medication. Get a grip, Gabrielle needs to take responsibility for this animal that she owns and either put it down or get it appropriate medical care. Period. I don't want to hear your pitiful pleas for patience with Gabrielle when what she is committing is animal cruelty.

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[2Bwacco]

unfortunately a malicious, disappointing back and forth has resulted, but reminded me of a thought i had yesterday: we have "free clinics" for people, why isn't there something similar for companion animals/pets?

raccoons irritate me regularly: pooping on my roof, eating my outdoor cats food - and yet i extend co-existence without harm to them.

i would be extremely upset if one had injured one of my small dogs; i send my 100 lb. lab after them (of course she can't catch them - she just chases them off).

[Debunker]

Is it the back and forth you found malicious? Would you rather I had not responded to Dark Shadows charges of "animal cruelty" to Gabriella's asking for help for her dog?



unfortunately a malicious, disappointing back and forth has resulted, but reminded me of a thought i had yesterday: we have "free clinics" for people, why isn't there something similar for companion animals/pets?

raccoons irritate me regularly: pooping on my roof, eating my outdoor cats food - and yet i extend co-existence without harm to them.

i would be extremely upset if one had injured one of my small dogs; i send my 100 lb. lab after them (of course she can't catch them - she just chases them off).

[hedgewitch_13]

Hi - I am asking for referrals or assistance.
My Lhaso Apso was attacked by a raccoon and it broke her jaw in 3 places. I cannot afford to pay for the surgery and am looking for a vet (orthopedic:heart: specialist) who may be willing to trade for a cold laser worth 4500..00 that I use in my practice as a chiropractor.
I also have a friend who is an amazing sculptor who has offered to donate a bronze cast sculpture to a vet who will help Foxy. It is an open fracture and needs to be dealt with rather quickly.
Who do you know who might be able to help.
Gabrielle Ridgeway, D.C.
[email protected]
707 623-7169
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Gabby, it's Shannon. I'm so sorry to hear about Foxy. That's awful. Take her into the 24 hour emergency vet care center on Santa Rosa Ave. I had to take Phatt there when she fell ill. I was broke and had awful credit at the time and they graciously worked out a payment plan for me that I could afford. They will do the same for you. Please let me know how it goes.

[AllorrahBe]

Hi Waccovians!

I have been on both sides of this fence: I had to have surgery on my jaw on both sides. I was wired shut for 12 weeks! It was painful! This is a horrible situation for this poor dog, but beating up on Gabby won't help either.

My cat has hyperthyroidism. I just learned he also has two forms of dental disease and a diseased kidney. My depression was very deep and intense and I didn't know what to do about it. As a senior citizen on Social Security, I don't have any reserves, credit cards, or other resources I can use to get his dental work done!

So grateful someone suggested the 24-hour pet emergency place on Santa Rosa Avenue! I will check with them tomorrow to see what they can do for my 'best beloved.'

Thanks again, all of you, for sharing your insights and suggestions.

Many Blessings,:rose:
Rev. Allorrah Be
Circles of Light Ministries




Hi - I am asking for referrals or assistance.
My Lhaso Apso was attacked by a raccoon and it broke her jaw in 3 places. I cannot afford to pay for the surgery and am looking for a vet (orthopedic:heart: specialist) who may be willing to trade for a cold laser worth 4500..00 that I use in my practice as a chiropractor.
I also have a friend who is an amazing sculptor who has offered to donate a bronze cast sculpture to a vet who will help Foxy. It is an open fracture and needs to be dealt with rather quickly.
Who do you know who might be able to help.
Gabrielle Ridgeway, D.C.
[email protected]
707 623-7169
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[Dark Shadows]

Our brother the racoon belongs here. The domestic dog is not indigenous to this area. So, the dog is encroaching on the racoon's territory. Stating the truth is not malicious. Neglect of an animal in need is animal cruelty. If you cannot afford to take the animal's pain away, you should put it down. Unless you have a person who wants to adopt it. Is there anyone who would adopt the animal and pay for the surgery? That's another option. How old is the animal and what is it's temperment? If she gave it up to the SPCA they might find a home for it that could afford medical care. That I think would be the best option. Give it up for adoption so it can have a better life. Don't be selfish.



unfortunately a malicious, disappointing back and forth has resulted, but reminded me of a thought i had yesterday: we have "free clinics" for people, why isn't there something similar for companion animals/pets?

raccoons irritate me regularly: pooping on my roof, eating my outdoor cats food - and yet i extend co-existence without harm to them.

i would be extremely upset if one had injured one of my small dogs; i send my 100 lb. lab after them (of course she can't catch them - she just chases them off).

[edie]

Is it the back and forth you found malicious? Would you rather I had not responded to Dark Shadows charges of "animal cruelty" to Gabriella's asking for help for her dog?

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It's not that easy anymore to get an animal to a vet-care without being able to pay when you pick up your animal. If you can not pay or arrange a payment, the vets will keep your animal and give it up for adoption- to "someone who can take care off".

I know someone who found their animal on Craig's-list for sale after they where told the animal will be put to sleep. (this was illegal and the people responsible for that where fired)

Anybody who has an animal should have some money set aside for emergencies, if not get an insurance for the animal or your pet may be taken away from you.---- I learned all this in the past few month and had in mind to start a thread about these upsetting facts and if anyone had an experience like that in the past.

[Debunker]

No one should have kids who can't afford it either, but they do so by the millions. If a child has a broken jaw and needs to go to the hospital, it would be absurd and cruel to give the mother a lecture when she asks for help, while both the mother and child are suffering.

For a community of people who self-identify as 'conscious', I'm amazed at the total lack of empathy, sensitivity and intelligence I routinely see here.

Wacco is aptly named, it seems to attract a whole lot of very dysfunctional characters.

As for vets keeping animals and putting them up for adoption if you can't pay, that's patently ridiculous. I have no idea what story you heard, but to extrapolate that to all vets is, well, wacky.



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It's not that easy anymore to get an animal to a vet-care without being able to pay when you pick up your animal. If you can not pay or arrange a payment, the vets will keep your animal and give it up for adoption- to "someone who can take care off".

I know someone who found their animal on Craig's-list for sale after they where told the animal will be put to sleep. (this was illegal and the people responsible for that where fired)

Anybody who has an animal should have some money set aside for emergencies, if not get an insurance for the animal or your pet may be taken away from you.---- I learned all this in the past few month and had in mind to start a thread about these upsetting facts and if anyone had an experience like that in the past.

[edie]

I did not say a vet put the animal up on the Craig's list. I said it was illegal to do so and the people responsible where fired. And this is not just a story. It was done by employes and I hope this was only a one time happening. This may be taken care of by a lawyer right now, thats why I can not mention details at this time... I could tell you other unbelievable ...... but I rather not....

Vets keep animals when you cant pay and yes, they give them up for adoption. Some will set up a payment arrangement for you.

One vet wanted take my animal away because I wanted to go home and see another vet. They did not let me. They said the animal needs help- it was not an emergency- I had to leave my pet there- I borrowed money at that time. Later on an other vet told me they can not do that.

By the way- I never would compare children with animals...

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As for vets keeping animals and putting them up for adoption if you can't pay, that's patently ridiculous. I have no idea what story you heard, but to extrapolate that to all vets is, well, wacky.[/QUOTE]

[Debunker]

Vets keep animals when you cant pay and yes, they give them up for adoption.....

This is simply not true. After years working with various vets, animal welfare groups, animal shelters and thousands of animal owners, your story is a first. It's preposterous to claim that if you can't pay a vet they keep your animal and give it up for adoption, you're spreading a falsehood that slanders an honorable profession.



One vet wanted take my animal away because I wanted to go home and see another vet. They did not let me. They said the animal needs help...

Now I can imagine some extreme circumstance where it's obvious to a vet that the owner is a danger to the animal, and so the vet tries to make some arrangement that is beneficial... but I've never heard of such a case... until, perhaps, now.

[edie]

I do not know ALL vets and have not talked to EVERY vet and will not say ALL vets are the same. I know a few happenings like that, thats why I asked in the original thread if anyone had a problem like that in the past, because as you are I was outraged and did not belief it.





This is simply not true. After years working with various vets, animal welfare groups, animal shelters and thousands of animal owners, your story is a first. It's preposterous to claim that if you can't pay a vet they keep your animal and give it up for adoption, you're spreading a falsehood that slanders an honorable profession.




Now I can imagine some extreme circumstance where it's obvious to a vet that the owner is a danger to the animal, and so the vet tries to make some arrangement that is beneficial... but I've never heard of such a case... until, perhaps, now.

[Dark Shadows]

Debunker

If you think we are dysfunctional and wacko, what are you doing here? Why don't you go to a less provocative website? It would certainly be less frustrating for you. I, for one prefer a website where intelligent discussion is encouraged and debate is welcomed as a peaceful way to open your mind to alternate points of view. Why do you call yourself "debunker" and what is the meaning of this term?
No one should have kids who can't afford it either, but they do so by the millions. If a child has a broken jaw and needs to go to the hospital, it would be absurd and cruel to give the mother a lecture when she asks for help, while both the mother and child are suffering.

For a community of people who self-identify as 'conscious', I'm amazed at the total lack of empathy, sensitivity and intelligence I routinely see here.

Wacco is aptly named, it seems to attract a whole lot of very dysfunctional characters.

As for vets keeping animals and putting them up for adoption if you can't pay, that's patently ridiculous. I have no idea what story you heard, but to extrapolate that to all vets is, well, wacky.

[sedna]

I tried to email you directly, but it bounced...
Try Jona Jordan, owner of Coddingtown vet 546 4646
When I needed fast help for my dog last winter, Dr. Randy Lung in Napa saved her life.
https://www.californiapethospital.com/contact-us
Best of luck...
Blessings, Jane and ~^..^~ Denali's Legacy ~^..^~
California Sled Dog Rescue
When people say, "I couldn't foster because it would be too hard to give a dog up." We say, "How can it be harder than knowing a dog died because no foster home stepped up?" and that's why we do it time and time again.
At any given moment, you have the POWER to say this is NOT how the story is going to end.



Hi - I am asking for referrals or assistance.
My Lhaso Apso was attacked by a raccoon and it broke her jaw in 3 places. I cannot afford to pay for the surgery and am looking for a vet (orthopedic:heart: specialist) who may be willing to trade for a cold laser worth 4500..00 that I use in my practice as a chiropractor.
I also have a friend who is an amazing sculptor who has offered to donate a bronze cast sculpture to a vet who will help Foxy. It is an open fracture and needs to be dealt with rather quickly.
Who do you know who might be able to help.
Gabrielle Ridgeway, D.C.
[email protected]
707 623-7169
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