This past weekend, my dog injured her tail. I just graduated nursing school and, needless to say, I'm broke. So Friday night, I used the wound care supplies I had on hand to treat her wound. She didn't sleep well that night. Saturday evening she was showing signs of pain and bit her tail. Ultimately, escalating her minor injury into a major emergency. I can handle a lot of things. Injuries, blood, guts, poop , etc. however, my poor dog was suffering and I broke down. I packed her up and drove her to the nearest emergency clinic. I walked her in with tears rolling down my face and begged for assistance. I explained that I didn't get paid for two days and had minimal money but needed some help. At this point my dogs tail had bone exposed. The tech told me that the visit alone would be $100, before any treatment. I did not have that kind of money so I asked her what I could do to help my dog get through the weekend. I explained that I was a nurse and had access to some Medical supplies, antibiotics, etc. I was told that medical advice could not be given unless my dog was seen. (She HAD been seen at this clinic before so they did have a history on her) the only thing the tech said that I can apply for care credit and if I was approved they could help me. Well, I was declined. I left that hospital heartbroken. I had my puppy in my arms that was crying in pain, bleeding, and at a very high risk of life threatening infection. So from Saturday to Monday I stayed awake with her, nursing her to the best of my ability. Today I called Affordable Vet Care and explained what was happening. Immediately I knew I had found the people that would help me. The lady who answered the phone(Wendy ? I think), was an angel. She explained that today was a surgery day for them and they typically can't see any animals, in my dogs condition,half way through the day, but she told me she didn't care about that Bc my dog needed to be seen ASAP. She told me I might have to wait but to come up there in 20 minutes. I arrived with Zoey(my pup) in my arms and right when I walked in the door I was greeted and taken straight back to a room. I didn't wait more than 5 minutes for a tech to come in, and no more than five minutes later the vet, Dr Yucius, came in to look at Zoey. As I had pretty much already figured out, Zoey's tail needed to be amputated. I was SURE that the cost would be ridiculously high and id be sent home heartbroken again. I was in disbelief when I received the estimate. The total cost for EVERYTHING was the same price as JUST the exam and anesthesia at the emergency clinic. It took some working out but, less than 45 minutes later, my dog was in surgery. The staff at Affordable Vet Care is unbelievably friendly, compassionate, and understanding. Dr Yucius was the sweetest and most understanding vet I have ever met in my life. The staff stayed after close to make sure my dog and I had everything I needed. They all went above and beyond. I was blown away. I was an emotional wreck and tried to get all of their names. But I know I've forgotten and or messed them up. But I believe it was Wendy, Erin, Tamela, the sweetest woman that checked us out (I didn't get her name), and of course, Dr Yucius. They truly made an impact on me. I have decided to make them Zoey's regular vet. I will recommend my friends and family to this practice without reservation. read more
