...however, now Gemma's son, Ginger, has also been diagnosed with a bladder stone (the problem can run in families). My first reaction was that we couldn't afford another £500 but then again why shouldn't Ginger have the same chance of a healthy life as Gemma. Also if it had been one of my dogs or cats I wouldn't have given it a second thought but just because they are small creatures they aren't really any less important.
Above all else I actually really love little Ginger. He was a surprise arrival shortly after we bought the guinea pigs for Jack's birthday so he has been with us from the word go. There is no way I could have him put to sleep when I know I could do something about it... added to which my grandson has promised all his pocket money towards the op, which obviously I won't accept, but it shows how important Ginger is to him too...so decision made.
I am sure lots of people will think I am nuts spending around £1000 in 6 months on two guinea pigs but that is the way I am. I hope this will be the finish of vets bills for a while though or I will end up having to go back to work:-)
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You must be the kindest and best grandma in the world.
Thanks David..my grandson is a very considerate and generous lad and although he unfortunately can't have much to do with his guinea pigs because of his allergy, he loves them very much.
I know it'll be too late this time, but your post got me wondering if there is any kind of small animal pet insurance which might cover situations like this? Never looked into insurance for small furries myself, but just a thought for the future...
Thanks for your comment...it reminded me that I had intended to look into small pet insurance after Gemma's op but with Christmas I forgot all about it. I am sure there must be companies doing it so will have a search session:-)
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