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I feel like a fool. I think Daphne is in heat or close to it. She is almost 5 months old.
She hasn't started yowling yet, but she is extra lovely-dovey to me and Seb and she "assumes the position" often. She also cleans her bottom all the time. I haven't noticed any blood.
Plus, Seb will sometimes show more than a passing interest. So, she has a spay appointment Saturday. Until then I am keeping them separated when I am not home.
Seb has been neutered for 10 years but I don't think he realizes it. It breaks my heart to separate them.
The vet told me the spay would be $50, rabies shot $10, then there are extras I can get. Painkiller injection, pain pills for at home, dissolving stitches. They won't recommend because it is my choice. I haven't had a young cat in so long I cannot remember what is the best. Should I pay for all those things? Are the pain pills usually needed? What about the stitches - which is best for her?
I also called around to other vets for quotes - could not believe the prices. The one nearest me is $275, two others are $195 and $175.
I feel like a fool. I think Daphne is in heat or close to it. She is almost 5 months old.
She hasn't started yowling yet, but she is extra lovely-dovey to me and Seb and she "assumes the position" often. She also cleans her bottom all the time. I haven't noticed any blood.
Plus, Seb will sometimes show more than a passing interest. So, she has a spay appointment Saturday. Until then I am keeping them separated when I am not home.
Seb has been neutered for 10 years but I don't think he realizes it. It breaks my heart to separate them.
The vet told me the spay would be $50, rabies shot $10, then there are extras I can get. Painkiller injection, pain pills for at home, dissolving stitches. They won't recommend because it is my choice. I haven't had a young cat in so long I cannot remember what is the best. Should I pay for all those things? Are the pain pills usually needed? What about the stitches - which is best for her?
I also called around to other vets for quotes - could not believe the prices. The one nearest me is $275, two others are $195 and $175.