What Happens When Big Business Runs Vet Clinics? And What Can You Do?
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Dr. Andrew Jones delves into the growing influence of big business on veterinary clinics and what it means for pet owners. As large corporations continue to dominate the veterinary industry, the focus is shifting from individualized care to profit-driven practices. Dr. Jones explains how this trend impacts the quality of care your pets receive, with shorter visits, increased costs, and a reduction in personalized attention. He also discusses what you can do to navigate this changing landscape, ensuring your pet still gets the best care possible. From finding independent veterinarians to exploring holistic and alternative treatment options, Dr. Jones provides practical solutions to help pet parents take control of their pet’s healthcare. Whether you're concerned about the future of veterinary medicine or looking for ways to support local veterinary clinics, this video is packed with valuable insights to empower you as a responsible pet owner. Stay informed, make the right decisions, and learn how to advocate for your pet’s well-being in today’s evolving veterinary world.
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This is one of the main reasons why the shelters are full and dogs are getting abandoned left and right, it breaks my heart.
Same here. If I ever wn the lottery, I would help as many dogs as i could 😘
Cats too!
@desertrose128 yes sadly a lot of cats 😘
Have you tried Mexico? I'd take my puppy to Poland for teeth cleaning because in Canada the cost is unacceptable. In Poland almost 10x cheaper so it makes sense to travel yhete for my dog and excellent & inexpensive medical diagnosis for myself. Canada and USA have the absolutely most expensive veterinary health care services.
@@jessicaharrison1401 same here
The Veterinary profession died somewhere in the mid 1990s. Trust me, I was a veterinarian for 3 decades,...I watched it implode.
equity firms bought out everything all industries are regressing.
@@Canadiancromagnon seems like human medicine and animal medicine have gone belly up at roughly the same time.
AND IT'S VERY TRAGIC ESPECIALLY FOR THE ANIMALS. THE GREEDY MFRS SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF THEMSELVES.
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@@Canadiancromagnon Thank you for being honest. It’s like that in the UK too.
You are 100% right. I started using Texas Litter Control. I'm not sure if they have gone Corp. Yet? But my weenie dog had ear infection and skin rash 3 different Corp. Vets all suggesting $300.00 up test..after spending $1200.00 and no results or improvement..a 30.00 bottle of shampoo from TLC cured her rash in a few days..used home remedies I learned from you cleared up her ear infection. Thank you for your dedication ❤
Dr. Jones. I hope you realize how important your presence on yt is... 5 years ago my dog was diagnosed with cancer. At the same time I lost my job because I was concentrating on my dog too much, like taking him to surgery...
After they sucked out all of my savings I finally got smarter and gave up on the bloodsuckers. Never went back. I started to research and learn how to take care of my pets by myself. Your advice was invaluable in the last months of my yorkie's life. It still continues, it helps a great deal with caring for my other pets.
@@iwona4685 many of us with farms in rural areas do just this! We administrator all types of meds. And the vets in my area don't force me to go in for a visit if I can administrator meds myself. They sell me the meds, and I do so myself. But that's the difference in rural southern Virginia and NYC suburbs, I think. People care down in VA, whereas in NY, they are money grubbing people, some are animals, themselves...vipers!
Absolutely! My vet kept insisting that I needed to have my senior dog's teeth cleaned, to the tune of $1,500, even though he was very clearly in the last months of his life. I'm so glad I refused and spared him that trauma. This sort of racket is sickening!
That is highway robbery.
I'm convinced teeth cleaning is a scam. I lost a dog to a pulmonary embolism (due to the anesthesia) after a dental.
I went in to have ONE infected tooth looked at, they came back at me with over $800 of potential charges, then I realized we hadn't even got to the tooth yet, I need an estimate of the actual cost of what I came there for, and that was an additional over $2000! I simply said I couldn't afford it, they came back in with a nearly $300 for 1 week round of antibiotics, saying I'd likely wind up needed two, plus the initial $75 visit fee. I said no thank you, paid the $75 when the tech informed me they would approve the medicine if I ordered it somewhere. I got Two rounds for a little over $60 a savings of $480 over their billing for the same medicine. It's like they are absolutely determined to scam you.
@@wpdt45 I'm sorry for your loss, how traumatic.
@@justjosie8963 I don't know how these people sleep at night!
I agree. We out here must make it clear these corporations will not be supported. I have two vets that are privately owned. They are terribly busy, but unless an emergency, I will wait in line for an appointment. I am sick of people needing to put animals down because they are being pushed to the limits by these high unnecessary cost. It is so cruel.
Ohh no, sorry to hear that and how frustrating the waiting can be especially when your pet is in pain
The love of money...there is much evil in the world! I need to learn more about natural remedies. Thanks Dr. Jones!
you are lucky that you still have any private vets. all three in my area are now corporate.
@@sgeorgia4729 I am so sorry.
@ My issues weren’t immediate, nor were they in pain. If they were, my vets would work me in immediately.
Its not just Vet clinics. There doing it in the states for independent human doctors too.
Thank you for your effort to keep care affordable.❤
Yeah good luck getting good care if you are a senior.
Yes, its called managed care.
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@@reeseything what does that mean?
Yes. My 96 year old grandmother had a bad rear molar. The dentist was urging her to get a root canal ($$$). The family said no--pull it if necessary. She was always very vain and wanted to go with the root canal. I think the dentist picked up on her vanity and played on that. Nothing was ever done because the tooth never bothered her. She passed at 98.
This is so heartbreaking. So many people can’t afford the prices. Thank you for all your amazing content.
Thank you for your kind words, I’m glad the content is helpful!
I took my 16 year old cat to get blood work done as I could tell his health was declining and he had a runny nose. He didn’t usually have a runny nose. They did the bloodwork and wanted to give him an antibiotic. I knew I had heard about that one as a risky one. I declined it so they gave him a lighter one. They were angry that I refused their suggestion so I was greeted in the hallway by three veterinarians. They said that I didn’t give them my senior cats vaccine status so they refused to finish the appointment. I took my boy home and a few months later he was struggling so I took him to another vet. That office was way more compassionate. They did blood work and told me he was in stage 4 kidney failure! The other office never told me his blood work results! He passed away 3 weeks later. I think it is sickening what has happened to most of of our veterinarians. Putting profit before our beloved fur babies
At 16?! That is terrible! 😢 But you did a great job to get her at that age ❤😊
@terlyn1615 that's so cruel, I'm so sorry for your loss💔
I'm sorry...That has to hurt so bad. Inexcusable.
Same here. Banfield wanted to do extensive tests on my young Chihuahua after blood work indicated a urinary problem. When I refused, the doctor became real offensive making me feel like I was a neglectful owner. I left and studied up, then asked to put her on prescription food. But, they refused to treat her for dental cleanings because of the blood work, so I switched to a rural vet and my dog lived a healthy long 13 more years on prescription food and teeth cleanings.
My condolences for your fur baby
What an evil and heartless practice. Thank you for all you do Dr. Jones. It's good to see there are veterinarians that really do care. 🙏🏾😊
I've been with the same vet since 2008 when they were private. They just sold to a corporation about a year ago, as did the other two vets in my small-town rural area. Dog dentals went from $350 to $850, office visits went from $35 to $75, they now charge $12 dollars for the tech to count out my dogs' pills. So, I went price shopping at the other two corporate vets in the area and the only prices they would quote were for the office visit and the per night weight-based fees for boarding. The costs of all other possible procedures were met with "it depends". The only emergency vet in the area charges $1,000.00 to walk in the door. When I moved here in 2008, I had four dogs and three cats and could afford to take good care of them. Now I have one dog, and I don't know how much longer I'll be able to afford to keep him, which is really upsetting because I am 79 and live alone so he is my bestiest friend and companion. And I'm sure I'm not the only senior who will eventually get priced out of having a best friend. I find it to be disgusting, while simultaneously being really sad. Thank you for this video!
It's a disgusting state of affairs and I understand everything you are saying. It's the same here in Australia 😓❤️🇦🇺
Aloha, yes, I am a senior on a fixed income and my dog is my life. I can hardly afford to take her to the Vet anymore. I know I will never be able to afford another pet ever again if something happens to her. It’s greed at its ugliest and disgusting. These corporate people are creating so much bad karma for themselves and it negatively affects all pet parents tremendously. It’s shameful . I actually tell people to not adopt or get a pet unless you have at least $10,000 saved in a special account just for Vet bills. It’s CRIMINAL!!!!!!!
@sgeorgia4729 I'm praying for you and your best friend and other people in similar situations. God does care, and He heals animals too. God will provide the good local veternary help we need. He gave us our pets, and God is our good Father. He will provide all that we need. Through Dr. Jones, we receive a lot of helpful information about caring for them at home. This is so helpful. Be encouraged.
So empathetic for your love of your pets. All I can think is God who created their spirits can also give supernatural help, wisdom and angels can guide you to that help. I would just ask and see what God would do. Pardon if that's not palatable but I've seen miracles before.
It is heartbreaking for sure. If you have the energy, you can sign up as a foster for a rescue in your area. They will cover any medical expense for the pet in your care. I personally have a heart for senior rescue as older too. Many are great, just fell into no home when owners went into senior care or passed away.
Last month, my cats were given surgery at a clinic I thought was independently owned to get them fixed. The front desk women insisted that they HAD to have flea and tick treatments. Three times I told them NO. I clearly said that I came for the spay surgery on both cats and NOTHING more, NO shots, NO vaccines, NO other treatments or checks. This is winter. They said it is their "POLICY," and that they were doing it "to protect me." I told them I didn't want it, BUT, they gave them pills that last a whole month anyway. They charged an extra $40 and showed disrespect for my cats and me! Thanks, Dr. Jones, for being caring and honest. I wish you would write a book I can buy with your information about home treatments in it. - I just found that you DO have a PRINT version of your information book on your website, and ordered it. Thanks so much!
Sounds like a great idea !!
@maryloublouse8578 I just found Dr. Jones DOES have a PRINT version of his information in a book on his website store, and ordered it.
@@blessedone9129 name them so that no one else has to be subjected to their dictating control.
I would refuse
I know a vet who left an independent clinic after it was corporatised. They were set KPIs of pesticides to sell each month. Nothing to do with care; just money.
THIS, Dr. Jones is one of the reasons you are so valuable to your viewers. We appreciate you more than you'll ever know! Thank you for what you do!
Thank you so much! I'm so grateful to be able to help. I'm here for you and your pets! 🙏🐾
You're absolutely right! Vets are through the roof and no payment arrangements!
@@RubenRubinos Yes, and the quality of care is poor. If you pay, a fortune they don't even care for your pet properly.
I know some of my vets don’t even know answers to basic questions and haven’t call a “behaviorist” for answers. I’ve spent more time on UA-cam like these channels to learn my pets needs and behavior than I could at my vet. No resources either. How does a vet not have at least a few resources for their customers to give?
I had to have my 17 year old dog put down because of canine cognitive disorder. Cost me over $200!
Pet cremation has also skyrocketed 😢
@ I’m sorry to hear that. It’s so painful. 🫶🏻
I forwarded this to my old boss/dear friend/eye vet. He called me. We spoke for a while about everything, but mostly how damned please he was to see what you wrote! He was so happy to see what you stood up and out to say. I thank you, from both of us!!
Honest. Transparent. Genuine. Helpful. Insightful. Educative. Your work & honesty are much appreciated.
It's almost like, if you want to have a pet, put yourself through vet school. Thanks for your honesty and amazing videos doc. Love from Kentucky. ☺️🙏🏻💖
That would be cheaper! If I'd known when I was a kid how corrupt it was all going to be and that I wouldn't even afford to own a dog, I would have gone to vet school!
I lost all three of my beloved kitties in the past 16 months. The 19 and 20 year old had cancers (yes, they had long lives, but they deserved better!), and my 9 year old Maine Coon kitty soulmate Thorin Thunderpaws died of pyothorax disease. Just the diagnosis, three chest taps and euthanasia for him totaled over $8,000, because every vet clinic in my city has been taken over by private equity firms. The pet's well being is at the very bottom of their list of priorities; they just want everything in your bank account, AND whatever you can borrow from the credit card options they offer.
The past 16 months has taught me that pets are now a luxury item. I've never been without one in my 59 years, until now. I don't have family, and have few friends as nearly everyone I once knew is glued to a screen at all times these days. The loneliness and grief is unbearable. Greed is destroying absolutely everything everywhere.
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I agree that greed is destroying so much. I'm so sorry you've had so many losses. Love the name Thorin Thunderpaws! Your precious cats were your friends and family. It's heartbreaking. Maybe you could volunteer at a local shelter to hold and give comfort to some of the homeless ones until they find forever homes. 💙🐾
In 2006, my little daschund had a back operation in Fort Collins, CO., it cost $5,000. I wonder what it would cost now!
Only rich people can afford their pets today. The price of food even is terrible. I have dogs and cats and it's breaking me.
@@MalachiAK. How much do you have ?, or, How much can we get away with ? I remember when the vet office was full. Pet owners paid cash. Today the vet offices are not nearly full, they expect your credit card., and want to charge for expensive treatments by however much the traffic will bear. The sky is the limit.
We experienced this about twenty years ago with our first dog. She had to have spine surgery. We took her to a hospital in Mississauga. It was a long drive in winter. When we could pick her up to take her home, I went to pay the bill. They listed every single little thing they did with prize, like taking her outside to pee, but they still had a miscellaneous amount of $ 500. I asked what for, and they couldn't tell me. They would not hand over my dog before I paid it all. Heartless scammers all of them. Oh and they sent us home without her pain medication. We called our regular Vet to get some for her. I'm still mad all this time later.
You Shouldn't have left that office without demanding to know EXACTLY Every penny of what you were being charged for! How OUTRAGEOUS that they could have the AUDACITY to say that they didn't know what the $500 charge would be! It wouldn't have ended well for them if that had been me!
My current Vet worked for a regular animal Hospital. When VCA bought out many clinics including this one, she quit, opened up her own clinic and we stayed with her. Her costs are more reasonable than any VCA clinics. She is fabulous, makes herself available after hours, she is great!
Bless her!
I wish there were more like her!!! if enough vets would stand up and do it, then we wouldn’t have this problem anymore!
VCA bought out my emergency vet. The visit costs went from $278 to $800 and up for the same. I didn’t realize it was a corporate buy out.
@@beckys8332FYI Corprations are also buying out the small, individual dog/pet boutique type stores. At least by me they have. And jacking up prices.
I think pet insurance is what is bringing these corporations into veterinary care.
I worked in the optical industry from the 80's into 2010. During that time the insurance companies got into providing eyecare insurance.
It went from a $40 eye exam to $35 co-pay for said eye exam. From $100 for a pair of glasses to a $35 frame co-pay & a $35 lens co-pay. Basically it cost the same out of your pocket before & after insurance.
I see the same thing happening with vet insurance.
I live in a rural area & we have a rural vet. The prices are unbelievably affordable. I just pray they don't get bought up by a corporation or they start taking pet insurance.
@@pamlove421 thank you for your experienced remarks
Many times when you start questioning the vets in Ontario Canada they do not like that and will tell you to go elsewhere!! This happens to me all the time. It’s absolutely horrible!!
One reason is many are incompetent, they are simply money making machines and God help you if you need a diagnosis because they can't figure anything out from deductive reasoning, they just throw every test and drug on Earth at you and to them it's business as usual!
You are not supposed to question or challenge them. You are required to accept unquestioningly whatever (often ridiculous) nonsense they may offer and hang on their every word.
From Australia... The upselling at my local vet causes distrust . Thankyou for your time and expertise 🌻
@@toni-leeblair5869 yup same. Mine tried to sell me a $12 item for $45. Nope. After them continuing to upcharge me or take advantage… done. It’s hard to find a good vet clinic nowadays.
Same here in NZ. Vets who don't listen to owners and do whatever they like. I've really had to shop around for genuine honest practitioners
@sherylannemiller7969 I totally agree with you. For me it's not just the cost. I don't want my babies enduring the aesthetics ,needles, cages or stress. ✌️
Is it a Greencross vet?
@@taniacummings9207 It's actually a community vet in Tassie. It was wonderful once. 😿
Pet insurance is part of the problem. Put aside money monthly that you would give to pet insurance AND support the family owned practice:)
Agreed, now that the corporations know they can get paid thru insurance they jack up the prices just like human medicine does.
@ plus, many illnesses are not covered by insurance. It is a scam.
@@GracieValenti1 that’s right!:(
Exactly. At least if you put that money into a savings account it will accumulate interest.
Thank you for having integrity!
I'm not surprised. I handle my puppy's medical care the same way I handle my own -- with the philosophy that we were designed to heal ourselves. Thanks so much for your channel, Dr. Jones.
That's ok until they need 50 stitches! My incompetent vet put staples in and what a sloppy job! It's the first time we had been to him, he was new in town and we so hoped he'd be better than the others. The staples didn't hold, we had to have it completely re-done- at no discount. The guy couldn't do anything right! I asked him for pain pills and on the way home we saw that it was an antibiotic - which he already gave us! So we had to go back. He was so forgetful we wondered if he's on drugs!
Good things to remember lysine (for colds, autoimmunes) and taurine (daily) help to keep cats going healthier. I have an 8 year rule. After the inside cat is fixed, first shots, no doctor til 8 years unless needed. Like Norman had a knee surgery at 1.5. But another is just turning 8 this year and is healthy as a horse! 🎉
@@annc.3908I had cats from the seventies on. About 20 altogether over all the years. They were altered and lived in the house. All lived to 18-20 without yearly vaccines, vet visits or teeth cleanings!
Exactly. I bought the book Prescription for Natural Cures for my health and used the protocols to cure candida in humans from the book to cure my dog’s yeast problem in his ear. The vets gave me a useless liquid to put in his ear and yeast thrives on moisture. I changed my dog’s diet, gave him garlic and plain probiotic yogurt, and then took Dr. Jones’s advice and bought topical Canesten to put in my dog’s ear. No more yeast.
It’s about time people learned the truth about veterinary clinics. It’s heartbreaking for people especially seniors who have senior animals. I cannot afford the testing they require to even treat a beloved pet. I have lost 3 that I had for many years due to corporate owned clinics because I could not afford the expensive testing they require. These people only care about the $$. If there are any independent veterinary practices left in Dallas county Texas I can’t find them. I try all of your recommendations Dr. Jones. Thank you for everything you do❤
My daughter’s dog who was very sick, took her to a clinic and they basically said “pay us 12,000 to save her life or sorry we can’t do anything.” She was 12 years old, but this tore my daughter and us as her parents apart. Unfortunately, she had to put her down that day. I treat my dogs with a lot of natural medicines and try to avoid the vet unless necessary. Crazy the profit animals bring to satisfy the greed in people’s hearts. Taking advantage.
This is what hurts the most. I have a 13 year old dog with a huge fatty tumor and I can’t afford to give him surgery. Plus he probably wouldn’t survive it at this point. I just try to keep him comfortable and happy. I give him home cooked meals and use as many home remedies as I can. Nothing works, but he’s still moving, alert, and does not seem to be in pain.
I used to be able to take in a stool sample for a fecal exam to see if I need to treat for worms, and it only cost $16. Now the Vets stopped doing that. They say they have to see my dog now to do a fecal exam and they have to charge me more ( as a new client) because I haven't brought him in in a couple years. I said, "So you want to penalize me and charge me more because he hasn't needed veterinary care for the past couple years?"
Won't hurt to give them some ground pumpkin seeds for a week or two how long was a bit of pineapple and a bit of diatomaceous earth food-grade.
Same thing in our area, no one will test a fecal without a vet visit.
I took in a cat and this is what I did to see if he possibly had worms. Food grade Diatomateous Earth. The next day he pooped out a worm. No vet exam needed.@@marerhart314
They want to penalize you because you haven’t given them any money every year like for vaccines, wellness exams etc. Rest assured they will extract $$$$ out of you and your pet one way or another!
Thanks to you, Dr. Jones, I diagnosed and treated my cat with mammary gland cancer. She overcame it and is living a normal life. My brother wanted to take the cat to the vet for tests, but I saw she had the symptoms you described in one of your emails, so I learned from your videos what I could use to treat her. It was probably a couple of months before all her symptoms went away. I saved a bunch of money and my cat was potentially saved from unnecessary surgery. I am so grateful to you for all you do to help us and our pets.
I’m so glad to hear your cat is doing well! Thank you for sharing your story. Wishing you and your cat all the best!❤️
Can’t u share what u did to help other cats with same condition??!! I just lost mine to same thing 😢❤
This really resonates with me! You will recognize with whom I am associated (specialist). He told me he used to take pride in telling people he was a veterinarian. Now he avoids it, saying the way the profession is heading is deeply disturbing to him.
I still work part time in the animal profession. I continually stress to people to find out who owns a practice. Look for privately owned practices because they tend to take ownership of things, too. And I stress that if you do not authorize a procedure, you should not pay for it. If you take your car to a mechanic for a brake job and they (unbeknownst to and unauthorized by you) replace your transmission, you pay for the brake job and tell them "Thank you for the free transmission".
These investment corporations are akin to the ones buying up rental units and jacking up prices beyond belief, to hell with affordability. Same kind of crap, different pile.
And also human hospitals. For profits. Care is all about money.
For most of our older dog’s life, we had a wonderful independent vet. He was the same vet who cared for my husband’s dogs from when he was a boy. When he retired, we went to a local vet without knowing that it was a corporate owned place. It’s Binford Pet Wellness clinic. It’s bright and shiny, but we never see the same vet. It’s always a new vet each time. They always seem to push some expensive test or drug. I don’t do it unless it’s very urgent. I found an independent vet for our young Golden. I have to drive 40 minutes to get there, but I always see the same man, and he takes the time to listen. And he’s willing to take a rabies title rather than just giving the shot if it’s not needed. I love this video.
Thank you, Dr. Jones!
I have found that going to the ER no matter the issue saves money.
In AL only Vets can buy Vet offices but the is a Corp is own by a Vet.😊
I ask for a cost list for any procedure before it is done. I also want to know what the meds are going to be before they pull them. Then I ask for prescriptions to go to Walmart and use Good Rx to save a ton.😊
Most importantly, watch this channel.
Smart!!
Along with the above.. I don't let them take my furry friends out of my sight. They could do something and charge me for it or not do something and charge for that too. Trust has to be earned.
They want a $175 annual exam to be able to buy heartworm meds for 72.00 !
@@HealthyDisrespectforAuthority Yes
@marydeliduka9759 buy your HW meds from Canada, script needed.
My local vets have just sold out to a conglomerate and prices have increased by three times what it was, I am elderly and have rescued three elderly dogs a few years ago and unable to get insurance because of their ages. I’ve been going to the same vet for over 25 years and now it’s impossible to pay their charges. In the UK we have a charity called PDSA who used to help people like me on low income but even they don’t cover my area which is a contradiction in itself as they have their charity shop in my area but don’t help people in this area.
I am so grateful for this channel as at least I can try homeopathic meds instead of getting into debt. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CHANNEL.❤
I recently switched all my pets from a clinic that was once private and has become corporate with prices sky high. Luckily, I found a privately owned practice, fairly close by and I never looked back.
Thank you so much once again, Dr. Jones!
I recognized this 15 years ago old after reading a story about Banfield while going through issues with my other younger dog. They recommended $5K back surgery on my geriatric Chihuahua who had little life left! This was absurd. I instead used my alternative rural farm animal vet who was helping with my younger dog who then managed his condition with low cost laser treatments that got him healthy for the rest of his short elderly life until he was 15 years old. Ever since, Ive found rural independent affordable vets and I make road trips to see them. Dental cleanings at my local vet are $600, at the rural small town vet, I pay $125.
I got to pay $300 for my little one's dental 3 years ago. At my rural vet. I quit them.
This is an important video. Thank you. Everything you said is true. It’s sad. The thing is, it really shows in the level of care and compassion in my opinion. I’d spend my life savings on my beloved pets, BUT !! I also don’t want that dog totally traumatized in the process! Bed side manner is important.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for bringing this into the light! All of the vets in my town are now owned by corporations.
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Thanks, Doctor Jones. I wish there was a site one could visit listing all the independent veterinary clinics in each and every town, alphabetically.
Maybe each country will end up having / needing an Independent Veterinary Association, so it’s easier to find this.
Thank you so much!! I’ve been doing Joe tippins protocol instructed by you in your video. Thank you. I am seeing a difference In Daisy and just need to figure out how to get rid of her cough. I appreciate you, adore you and your fur babies and educate myself daily from you and you only. Thank you for all that you do and the truth that you speak ❤
So glad to hear Daisy is improving-go, Daisy, go! 🎉 As for that pesky cough, you might want to try a little honey (nature’s cough syrup), slippery elm, or even licorice root for soothing those irritated airways. THANK YOU for being such a dedicated pet parent :D
It's the same here in the UK. I wised up around 8 years ago when the breeder had my puppy vaccinated with Canigen, I took puppy to my vet for 2nd vaccination with Nobivac, my vet said my puppy needed a third vaccination, as Nobivac wasn't compatible with Canigen, I emailed Virbac who make the vaccines, they said puppy did NOT need a third vaccination, as the vaccines were one and the same, just a rebrand!! I took my next puppy to another vet who told me all the vaccines are compatible with each other. I haven't had my dogs vaccinated again since they were puppies. You have saved me a fortune with all of your natural remedies. Thank you.
I am American living in UK and it's really surprizing to me how badly the British public is brainwashed by vaccines and following authority in general. I find the whole society in UK really disturbing and hope to move back to America.
So true! here in Ma, VCA bought up most private practices of retiring veterinarians. Now there are only a few independents left and ready to retire.
So sad the stories I hear personally from pet owners going to theses corporate clinics, I'm a pet sitter and it is true what you are saying!
When one of my cats got sick, I took both to a veterinarian recommended to me. First thing they did was give me a list of tests they wanted to do, $1600. This included $400 for an x-ray and $200 to “read” the x-ray! I said no. They checked my healthy cat for about 10 seconds, $50 for an “exam.” The other one, they charged $600. And he never did ask what she was eating, even though she was throwing up. That was two years ago. Since then, I feed my cats homemade fresh food. They have not been out of the house or to another vet since.
Thank you Dr. Andrew’s for bringing this to the public❤❤❤❤❤
This is the same thing that happened to my independent family physician back over 10 years ago. They forced independent physicians to choose a health system to join.
I don't know how I found you but I thank God I have. I always felt guilty that I could not afford annual jabs or check ups for my dog. Now I thank God that I couldn't afford vet intervention as he's 14 and most dogs around me are 10 ish when they are leaving this realm. My dog needed his little didgit removed after he shattered it when he was 2. I didn't have the money that day upfront so I phoned round many vets. 3 of the large vets told me I shouldn't have a dog as I couldn't afford one. RSPCA said they would do the op for free.... but then would re-house him!!! I found an independant vet that told me to bring him in, get the treatment done and they would sort out a payment plan that I could afford. I have only ever used this vet since but still only go for broken bones or diagnosis if I can't diagnose myself. Thank you for all you do. I pass your name on to many now but only through word of mouth as I do not have social media or a smart (divi) phone but this still helps people and hopefully you
Me: Sees Dr Jones posted a new video about big corporate takeovers so I click. -> Also me: Sits through a commercial waiting to skip the ad for Big Corporate PetInsurance. Keep going @DrAndewJones!
I agree. They are not doing any good for animals, in fact they are dangerous. It takes time and effort to find a good doctor, and it is worth it. I stay away from corporate vets. Thank you for bringing it to the for front.
I picked ababy kitty up at the dumpster..all vets refuse me. So no shots, spay, or anything. Two years old now. Such a sweet little girl 😊
I'm gonna check on the corporate thing. I have a almost 15 year old Yorkie. When I was last at the vet I asked them to write down how much for putting him to sleep. $87.00 - $95.00. I said he only weighs 6 pounds. She said oh then it would be the lower half. Then they gave me about 3 different options for cremation. For like $100.00 and up. I'm in Montana USA not a big city. Iv been going to the same vet clinic for almost 30 years. Been through a couple owners. I used to pay on a payment plan but now they won't do that ,they said I know you have always payed your bill but it's other people that make it bad for others.So now I'm wondering about that corporate thing.I'm on social security and it breaks my heart but it's really hard to afford those prices. Thank you Dr. Jones for your videos. I have learned a lot from you. God Bless you and your family. ❤❤
Maybe this is what was going on when a new vet took over a local practice. My old vet was super sharp, didn't need testing and x rays unless it was something really bad. He saw everything that came through the door. Didn't matter what it was, goat, horse, snake, birds, ferrets, dog, cat, rabbit. The new guy tested for everything. I thought he was a reject from vet school and didn't know anything and wondered how he even graduated.
Yes, they want to test for everything now before they can make a diagnosis. Any veterinarian should be able to diagnosis common and simple things without tests. Proof that it's all about the money, not the health of the pet.
Your old vet sounds like Dr. Pol 😂
My dog was just diagnosed with Lyme disease. Could you do a video on holistic treatment for chronic Lyme disease? Not a whole lot on UA-cam.
You can get an Enaly 300 home ozone machine. Windows and doors open, fan at your dog’s face, wet paws in a bag with the ozone hose, for as long as pip will let you. Front paws and back paws at different times.
If you can get sub Q ozonated IV fluids, and rectal ozone, it works great!
Does the dog show symptoms. Studies from Cornell so dogs are asymptomatic to the disease. They will test positive and be fine.
Osha root for ppl. See if its safe for our pet pals ?
@ I will look into it. Im going to try japanese knot weed after he gets off antibiotics.
@ I think he has had for for a few years. He has developed mild arthritus thats it.
And then there is an emergency c section on a yorkie. They wouldn’t even SEE the dog at 3:30 am until a three thousand dollar credit line had been established. Then a six hour wait later, they delivered a dead baby. Two days later, the mom died. Still had to pay the 3 grand. Turns out the “clinic” is one of those corporate things. I HATE this planet…😑
Quit Breeding😡
They're evil! 😢
Thank you so much for discussing this . I have been worried about this for sometime. People can’t afford a good vet anymore and I think that’s why pets are being thrown away to suffer and die on their own. Thank you so much . I do follow your advice. I appreciate you
It's so great to see a vet care more about the pet than that almighty dollar
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I have been trying this, looking for local own business, VCA is a no no!! They are buying up all the local Vets, they made me pay for extra stuff for nothing.
How much extra? That is soooo bad 😢
@ I had to pay for a check up fee so that I can get rabies vaccine shots for my dog, when in the past I just go get the shots and now they have me pay for the exams as well, I walked out and decided to get the shots from Petsmart instead
Yes!!! my privately owned clinic in the US was bought out by VCA and they nickled and dimed me right out of their practice. I despise VCA and will only use privately owned practices now.
Your voice is so important. Thank you, you’re doing so much good.
Thank you for the kind words! It means a lot to me. I'm just here doing my best to help pets and their people, and hearing that makes it all the more worth it!
If you ever need more tips or info, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’ve got you and your furry friends covered!
Thank you for highlighting this problem, Dr. Jones. Your videos have been an invaluable learning tool!
Be careful about what pet insurance you select. I lost so much money, with the pet insurance deductibles and increasing monthly premiums and then only covering a percentage. It would have been better to put the money into a savings account for pets. Thank you Dr. Jones for all your helpful information and tips. 😊
And they don't cover many things in Australia nothing that relates to teeth for instance.
Thank you for putting this video out here for people to learn the truth, the situation is getting worse by the minute
Absolutely, the truth needs to be shared! ❤️
I can tell you I have been very vocal about Vets now days. I have been very fortunate all my life and had some of the best Vets. There is so much lacking in
Veterinary care these days in clinics from office help to the vets themselves. The prices are waaay out of control. I could go on and on. My vet I have used for 40+ years...he was taught by old school ways...I just hope he doesn't retire or worse, die before I do.
He also make you part of the process...he believes all pet or livestock people need to know the basics or you shouldn't have an animal period!
I know far more the most vet techs and I handle my own animals...some are afraid to get bit, kicked or even scratched...hardly anyone wants to do a feral cat for instance. That is my specialty now.
I have brought so many people thru my Vet's clinic it has almost been to my own determent...people go there never quit going.
You have an advocate for independent Vets for sure!!
I just switched vets after having a 2 year nightmare with the previous one not making any effort to assimilate my nervous,rambunctious and very vocal lab into their clinic. Luke had never shown any agression whatsoever but it became clear the vet was afraid to get close and he wasn't being examined properly. $4K later I realized I had made a poor choice for my Fur Buddy.
I went to a new vet and was immediately thrilled he was welcomed with toys, treats and lots of snuggles followed by a thorough exam.
They new I was thrilled. When I got home and read my E mails I found one from the "clinic owner". She said she had heard how happy I was and if I would please leave a review and they would credit my account $20. I felt sick. Paying clients for positive reviews, I felt sick. 😮😢
Had the rest been smoke and mirrors?
Thank you Dr Jones. What you've shared is very helpful.
I started taking my little dog to a Fear Free Vet to be groomed because he's so reactive
and can bite. He had to be sedated to be groomed. The estimate had all kinds of items on it that he didn't need and I requested they be taken off the total cost. It brought the cost down considerably but still way too much.
Now I will be checking what vets are corporate owned in my area.
I have been to a few other vets when my older dogs were alive.
I've noticed all the vets send me the same ad for dog food or other items.
I thought that suspicious that all of them were sending the identical ad to me.
If the vet I'm taking my dog to is corporate owned the challenge will be to find
one that isn't and someone that can just groom my dog and work with his
reactiveness. So far I haven't found any groomers willing to take the time to
get to know my dog and build relationship thus I chose a Fear Free vet although they still ended up sedating him.
I'm not willing to support corporate vets and want an independent vet who won't
find the need to charge outrageous prices plus adding unnecessary charges to support a corporation. And hopefully one that grooms responsibly when it comes to a fearful dog or a groomer that does so.
Thank you again. I so appreciate you stay on top all this!
They told me my cat may need 1 or 2 teeth pulled. They called me WHILE HE WAS UNDER , and told me he NEEDS 13 teeth pulled or he would be suffering, etc. Fortunately I had a different vet the next time. Different cat as well. This vet CUT THE PRICE IN HALF when she saw my distress. I think it also depends greatly on the greed of the doctor. I use Dr.Jones exclusively now!
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR GOOD WORK. I DO FIND THE CLINIC FOR ANIMALS DON'T CARE FOR ANIMALS THEY CARE FOR THE MONEY. IT IS DIFFICULT FOR FAMILY TO ADOP A PET, BECAUSE IT IS TOO MUCH MONEY FOR CARE. IT IS SO SAD WHEN I THINK A ABOUT. . MORE SAD WHEN ANIMALS ARE NO ADOPE AND THEY HAVE TO LET THEM GO. SAD, SAD, SAD.
Literally heard this scenario yesterday at my vet. Woman's dog was mauled by another dog and she couldn't afford the care. The dog was euthanized.
@@TheJakecakes so unfortunate. I just had my 8-year-old Ginger boy euthanized on tuesday, Feb 4, 2025...And it was a very very difficult decision. But I'm very very happy that he is no longer in pain and I could afford to pay the bill. My vet was honest, and he said I could charge you a lot of money for a lot of unnecessary labs but I'm telling you by my experience that it's NOT going to benefit HIM, my cat. My vet, THIS VET, used to own an emergency clinic, and I know the bill would have been doubled!! When I lived in Maryland I had a mobile vet, and he told me all kinds of vet secrets, (like how vet magazines advertise ways to increase your revenue in the back of their magazines) so I am quite aware of the non scrupulous stuff that goes on!
Thank you Dr. Jones. I am our doctor at this point.
We do cat rescue and care for feral colonies. It wouldn’t be possible without a truly ethical and skilled veterinarian. She has never charged us an emergency fee or told us to take an animal to an ER vet. Her costs for routine exams are about the same as anywhere else, but we’ve saved probably 10k in costs for dental work and other surgeries. What needs to get done, gets done, but she’s definitely not padding her bills.
Vet medicine practices like human medicine. They will suggest tests that may not be needed to protect themselves from law suits. We have an independent vet practice nearby, but the prices are expensive. We also have a local low cost clinic for vaccinations and spay/neuter. Their prices are 1/2 of what both the independent/corporate practices charge, so I use them whenever I can.
I am lucky that I have a strong background in Human medicine, so I am willing to ask questions regarding treatment plans.
Ty Dr Andrew Jones..when my dog was told he had cancer I opted for comfort measures. I researched the Animal Clinic b4 I took my dog to the 1st visit..this was not a corporation..my dogs VET was so loving and caring..the whole staff was friendly .my Vet went over everything that he recommended.and was very reasonable..he was very up front and told me the price..i was very fortunate and he was very honest..i was very blessed!! My sweet dog passed over the rainbow bridge with the help of my Vet..my Vet walked me through every step and it helped me through my dogs passing .he and his office even sent me a card..very heartfelt..i recommend my Vet to everyone..hes one in a million..❤
@@jackiecarpenter9442 Same here. I'm in New Hampshire and my vet practice is privately owned. They are wonderful and I've been so blessed for 20+ years! During COVID, our blind and elderly puggy had to be relieved of his suffering. I was worried we couldn't be with him, but we could, and it was peacefully done underneath an apple tree with wind chimes gently blowing. I was so very grateful. 🐕🐾
If they do the same with humans what can we expect for our animals? Thank you for your support and knowledge ❤❤
Thank you Dr Jones for all the invaluable info you talk about. You are empathetic toward pets and pet parents alike! So glad you passed on this info about corporate owned vets. I have noticed the former vet I took my pet had skyrocketing costs. Had to let them go. God bless!
I had a very elderly dog that was at the end of her life and needed to be put to sleep (it was her time) my husband took her in as I was too upset, they carried out tests to "make sure"! I was furious. I changed vets then.
Even if the practice is owned by a veterinarian the business is incorporated. It's all about the money. If a veterinarian does have lower prices the other vets or the governing body for veterinarians will make sure that individual raises prices......or else! I worked as an RVT for 15 years. The first five years seemed normal. Toward the end I was more like a sales person. Every client HAD to leave with a purchase such as dog food shampoo etc. Don't get me started on the heartworm testing. People would say "I have given my pet the mediation properly why do I have to TEST my pet EVERY year?" We recently had to have very specialized surgery performed on our Dachshund in order to save her life. Cost was unimaginable but the outcome was good. What bothered me was how poorly we were treated. Staff were rude, indifferent and cold. Made us wonder how they treated our dog.
Yes, some of the staff at our local vet are so rude. I have often wondered how they treat the animals behind closed doors.
Yep. My vet of forever told me she was selling out. I didn't completely understand at the moment, but i do now. Its horrible. Dr. Kelly left and now, every time i go in, it's a different doctor. Nail clips used to be FREE if you were a regular patient. NOW its $50 for nails. Im looking for a private vet.
This happened to my veteran horse clinic and yes, quality of service has gone down and prices have gone up alot. Office visits were 35.00 now 85.00...
Dr.Jones, you’re doing a great job sharing this information and your knowledge in all the videos you make. What’s really necessary in this world are ethical professionals who don’t sell their souls for profit and who also possess empathy, as you obviously do. It’s a great video with very important information. Thanks so much!
When Dr Ellis was my vet my dogs were happy to go to the vet.
Since he sold his practice. My dogs don't like it.
It has really changed.
It's corporate owned.
I quit taking my dogs.
I look up alternative meds.
Thank you Dr Jones. This is a golden information....I didn't know this even though i could see that something is clearly wrong what's happening at the Vet's clinics. Thank you again. I will definitely reasech more and support independent vets only. If i can find one in the area that i live.....😔
My vet that retired last year loved animals so he kept his charges reasonable. The vet that took over his practice doubled his prices. I go to pet supermarket to get my dog’s rabies shot because it is $40 - if I got to a vet he charges at least $100 - he charges for the office visit too. It’s all about money now - dog friends that their dogs past away say they aren’t even going to get a rescue because the dog healthcare is to expensive.
I now have three cats. In October the FIV+ one I had passed away. Afterward I adopted another two. My oldest cat is seventeen. Today he had blood work done. Everything was in the normal range except for one that was slightly elevated. The veterinarian and I got into a discussion (again) about my feeding food that I make. If something that I am doing is "wrong" what is causing my cats to be healthy and living long lives...I probably know more about feline nutrition than many veterinarians do. It's not something to take lightly and do thorough research on. And yet, they keep on pushing and expecting clients to feed inferior food. Could it be that it has something to do with profits? There's some pretty nasty food that's being offered. Ever notice how many distractions there is and how distracted we are? I kinda think that it has something to do with our ability for attention being compromised and having others doing our "thinking" for us. I'm not opposed to being successful and making money. I also know that there's so much more to life than acquiring massive amounts of wealth and materials possessions. The relationships we have with our pets have real meaning. To all the vets who recognize this and are doing their level best to provide care for animals, thank you. It is truly appreciated!
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I agree - my dog went in for a checkup - UTI cost me 1500.00. They are very creative in their pricing!
In my country your $1500 can be 6 months worth of rent. 😢 that a crazy price for 1 check-up 😢😢
That's more than a human!
@ it is a crazy price and at the time they are adding on more tests you don’t think about it being that much - I can’t go in there for a “regular” checkup for less than 500.00. We have one other vet in town but it takes 3 months to get an appointment. She’s very busy of course!
@ Yes you are right there!!
In my part of the world (Southern California, USA), smaller veterinarian owned hospitals are increasing their pricing to match the prices of those corporate owned hospitals. They justify it by saying they are simply forwarding price increases they are experiencing. My old veterinarian (retired) used to charge a base price of ~$80 per dog for annual dental cleaning (if no extractions), my new veterinarian base price was $940 in 2021, $1,200 in 2023 and $1,400 in 2024 - - per dog! Why? I was told they were simply forwarding the price increases they were getting for services and drugs, like anesthesia, which were caused by the freight delivery issues (originally caused by COVID). I know there are still import issues originally caused by COVID, but nowadays they are related to FDA regulations for medical devices, test kits and other products related to COVID-19 - - not veterinary supplies. Still those high veterinary prices remain. I have done a ton of research to find a good, honest veterinairan that charges reasonable prices and I have not found one near me. They are all doing and charging around the same prices. My veterinarian is among the more reasonably priced around here. Veterinarians deserve to make good money, but this is highway robbery.
I went from buying the prescription ear infection solution a couple of times at $40 something each to using colloidal silver at about 1/4 the price. 3 treatments over 8 days and she hasn't scratched her ear in nearly 2 months.
Agree! I also think part of the rising cost is that practices are acquiring more diagnostic equipment. This costs money that’s passed on to patron. Veterinarians went to school for a reason. When I’m given diagnostic options, I say to the veterinarian, take your best guess on the source of the problem, for goodness sakes.
2yrs ago my dogs acquired giardia from drinking water that birds pooped in. They had MAJOR diarrhea. I gave them a dose of chlorine dioxide, then added it to their indoor drinking water. Giardia was gone in 2 days.
Glad to hear they recovered quickly! Giardia can be rough, but it's great that the chlorine dioxide worked so well for them. It's always a relief when you find something that does the trick!
Fenbendazole (Panacur) knocks out Giardia. Available online without prescription.
The same thing is happening to the dentistry industry too. It's no wonder some choose to travel overseas to get some work done.
I had some work done in Mexico. I wasn't there long enough to get my Mercury removed, but the work SHE did has lasted over a decade+!
Thank you 4 helping all the animal lovers out there!
Peopl with Senior dogs please be extra cautious. I broughtv very healthy 7 year old lab in for a first appointment and the vet immediately starting pushing for more tests and followups being necessary. As soon as they see the panic in your eyes when you realize the time with your beloved dog is running out of time your now right where they want you. 😮😢
I just paid $86 for antibiotic. When I buy the same drug for humans it is under $5. They charged me $60 for a tiny tube of antibiotic ointment and said I’d probably need two. Then $25 for gauze and tape. We have three dogs, all 15 years old. We are treating them as Hospice. When they reach the natural end we will not be owning any more dogs, can’t afford it. So sad and frustrating.
I lost all three of my kitties within the past 16 months. Their vet care in that time was over $12,000. I'm lonelier than I've ever been before in my life, and my pets were what kept me going, but I can't take the financial risk of owning one anymore. The unchecked corporate greed is killing our pets, and making our lives far more empty and hopeless in the process.
@@GingerPeacenik get insurance
@ ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! I don't even have health insurance for myself; it's a complete SCAM! I paid thousands in premiums, and when I needed procedures they were NEVER covered. I'm surprised that there aren't hundreds of Luigi Mangiones out there, it's THAT bad!
I just had to take both my dogs in to a VCA Hospital this past week in Victoria, BC and it was $252.00 per dog to just walk in the door!!!! I NEVER go to a vet unless it’s urgent but now I’m even considering not going then because it’s so ridiculous! 😮
Since I discovered Dr Jones I have really enjoyed his advice. When I first got my dog she was scratching a lot. I wanted to not only resolve her itching issues, but also give her the best health possible. After watching several videos of different Vets, Dr Jones became my favorite. Thanks to him my dog no longer scratches all the time. And the good part is I didn’t use any medication.
You are absolutely right. My vet says he is bombarded with offers everyday. Canada is a prime example. Now they push push products during my.visit. I had to keep saying no the whole time.Still cost me 300$.
I don't know if my vet practice is corporate. All I know is that it's a mobile vet clinic called fetch the vet. I always ask for an estimate every time prior to an appointment. The prices are reasonable. I always ask for the same vet as well, especially for one of my cats.
Yes, corporate clinics do push up sells & crappy dog food that they sell at the clinic. I purchase a years supply of heartworm pills for both my dogs each year; yet in NC, they will not refill their heartworm pills unless they do bloodwork @ $40 per dog! I TX, they suggest bloodwork but not required. My mini schnauzer was diagnosed with bladder stones. After surgery, they keep pushing the crappy Hills "prescription " dog food that they sold at the clinic. Two months later, he broke his leg when he slammed into the fence, chasing a squirrel. I was quoted a "rough" bid of 12k for surgery w/metal plate (that they wanted to do a 2nd surgery to remove after 3 months? Also, insisted that the cast be changed every week & wanted to do weekly xrays. All the unnecessary vaccines & testing they are trying to convince youneeds to be done just screams rip off. I trust them about as much as I trust Drs these days. Not at all.
I heard about this and experienced it quite a while ago. It very distressing and we're being gouged to the detriment of our sweet babies. I just got totally ripped off once again by the vet for unnecessary tests.
UK.
I recently had to get my 17 years old cat put to sleep.
Chain vets wanted £360.
Next chain £260
Small independent vet £97 . If I wanted ashes back £150
They charge $840 here in the States. I had to pay that twice in the past year. 😢
@@GingerPeacenik Yikes. I have not had to deal with this yet. But I have 2 elderly pets. Wow, that is more than I expected it to be.
@@GingerPeacenik chain vets wanted £2000 from my mom a pensioner on low income to remove a clean her dogs teeth, the dog has a heart condition, she is 12 years old and above 80% chance she wouldn't pull through the anaesthetic then they would have changed her an extra £360 for cremation..
Now they keep pushing my mom to see a cardiologist, scans ect.
The dog is doing fine on the medication she's been taking for 4 years, £100 per month..£ 156 every 3 months because they won't give her medication without a checkup.
Technically with what they claim to be wrong with the dog she shouldn't still be alive.
Unfortunately we don't have transport to get a second opinion and because of arthritis in the dogs legs she wouldn't be able to walk , plus her heart.
I feel that sometimes vets play with our emotions.
Plus I've known people in the past who the vet has forced them to surrender their beloved family pets to the vets and their team because they don't have the money for care
Modern veterinary care almost killed my puppy. One dose of a heartworm preventative (along with pesticide for fleas and ticks and medication to take out intestinal worms) put my puppy into liver failure. I use a drug 'off label' for heartworm preventative and have taken her in just to be weighed so I can dose correctly. They put a note in my 'file' each time that I refuse to purchase the pills that the vet prescribed that damaged my pup's liver. I do a fecal exam every 3 months (so far, all have been negative) to test for intestinal worms, and a heartworm check every 6 months.
I agree. I also believe between all the processed pet foods and all the vaccines they give pets, they don't live as long as they once did when I was growing up.
Independent vets can be just as bad! I took my Malinois in at 4 years of age to get spayed at our Indi vet clinic. The front desk stated her vaccination status was not up to date and they couldn't perform the surgery in the event she may bite someone (not likely but oh well... I digress.) My husband went out to his truck, went back into the clinic and gave the front desk a basket muzzle and said; "this should solve your problem."When I went to pick my Mal up from the clinic, they tried to sell me on 4 different vaccines and one of them was a rattlesnake vaccine! Needless to say, I didn't have my girl get any of them and never went back.
I hear you Dr. Jones and I agree with what you are saying here; corporations have changed things around without even bother to give a courtesy notice to the clients. Also, this is not just about the money, but it is about the quality of the life of the pets, as well as ours. I don't know many who have pets and want their life to be prematurely cut off. Big Pharma must be behind all of this horror plot. Dr. Jones, you do have my respects, I like your ethics and integrity!
Wow, thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! You’ve nailed it - it’s all about the quality of life for our pets, not just the bottom line. I truly believe we need to focus on what’s best for them, and your support means a lot to me.
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