There is an emergency clinic like that here, not as expensive as the one you went to, that's for sure, but very impersonal and I didn't like the vibe there, so I never did treat any of my cats there. I went w/someone I was dating at that time and he didn't like it much either but he went there anyhow, only to find another place he liked better soon thereafter. It truly does pay to shop around but sometimes when an emergency strikes, we're left feeling helpless and as if we have no other choice. I'm glad this isn't a real emergency for you and that you found a place you like much better.