Carole, I was thinking of you and your Miss Ellie and how she had her dental at a fairly senior age.

I was ready to cry when I left tonight. George loves being brushed, and he did his rolling over, front toes kneading the air, purring like mad. He hadn't eaten anything, and ate several of his favourite treats. He drank some water.

I got his antibiotic down his throat - no sense putting it in the food if he is not eating it.

I felt sad because he seemed stand-offish, likely because I am the nasty that has been doing the pill thing. I wish the vet had given George a shot of Convenia and put a pain patch on him! I was worried he was standoffish because he was getting worse, or something...though his purring and rolling over belied that!

I am wanting some advice. I see George tomorrow morning. I thought I would do a Care Credit thing myself. I have a line of credit, and would willingly do a loan. I know this guy would pay me back, and if it makes the difference in giving George a chance, I will do it. I am thinking of leaving a letter for him regarding this.

Meanwhile, I still hope to find a better deal from the university. Sadly, I don't think Care Credit exists for pets in Canada any more, but I could be wrong.

Should I make the offer and see what happens? What do you think?

Thanks.