by LVF on 10-23-2018 in The Importance of Blood Work for your pet
The answer is…. VERY IMPORTANT. I know many people are hesitant to spend the money but it tells a veterinarian so much, especially since you pet companion speaks gruff, meow, tweet, hiss or maybe nothing at all. If you have a limited budget, bloodwork is one the of few options I highly recommend doing.
Of course, it is just as important to run the right blood work. There are so many different versions of CBC and Complete Profiles and add-ons. For instance, if your kitty in unexplainable pain, add on the inexpensive pancreatitis test. Your veterinarian, veterinarian specialist will determine what's best but ask questions like, what else could it be and is there a simple add-on to check it.
Bloodwork may provide the answer as to what is wrong but if not, it will be of great help in guiding your veterinarian in the right direction instead of blindly treating and hoping it helps.
Ultimately, it may save your pet and your money, especially if you're treating your companion for the wrong issue.
So what do you do about the expense? Unfortunately, money does not grow on trees and the veterinarians are not free. If you can afford it, that’s the best option. But that’s not always the case and there's help out there.
There are certain groups that will help you cover a 1-time expense for your pet companions injury or illness, like a surgery. I will later provide a list of those that I'm aware of in a separate article. Doing a go fund me type of campaign is helpful. Those type of campaigns takes work to be successful. Ask pet hospital for a payment plan. Vet credit cards at no Interest. BUT BEST OF ALL PET INSURANCE!!! In a different article, I will be comparing the different ones available. I've had Pet Insurance for my pets for years and its paid for itself over and over. If you’re the type that’s going to take your pet companion to get help and assist the best you can for a long and happy life, then this is for you. Just choosing the right one is not a simple task and is important. But more on that later in a separate article.
More articles coming on The Benefits of Pet Insurance, Which Pet Insurance is Best for You Companion, A List of Sources Offering Financial Aid for Pet Illnesses or Injuries.
