It's always hard to hear that a stray can't be saved. Jeff knew that you cared enough to help him and gave him the love he needed at the end.

Some vets will give you a break on the cost when they can. Mine knows that I'm going to be back with yet another one (as well as my own crew) so I get a discount. Sometimes she will euthanize for no charge. I don't think she charges the usual price for exams either. I have to specify what I want done though. Otherwise I get a lot more than I need and end up paying for it.

$148 seems a little high. did you get a breakdown?

Better luck with the other cats. I hope the mom-to-be is next.

Mary