I think in the beginging of finding out Tristan ( Golden/ Chessie) had Lymphoma last August - the bill from the initial visit to the oncologist was over $700.

in 5 months of treating his cancer, I think I spent between $4000 and $5000 .

Thank GOD and all my Golden Retreiver friends, someone sent me to IMOM ( In Memory of Magic) a charity that helps pets whose people can't afford those kinds of huge vet bills.

IMOM's Mission is:

"Helping people help pets. To better the lives of sick, injured and abused companion animals. We are dedicated to insure that no companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker is financially challenged."


IMOM is wonderful - if you ever think you might not be able to cover some disaster with your pet - please bookmark their website - it could save your pets life.

http://www.imom.org/

And if you are one of those who are lucky enough to have the resources for such emergencies, bookmark it anyway - a friend might need it someday.

IMOM is a non-profit, 501C charity, meaning that donations are tax deductable, and they do wonderful, meaningful work for pets in need - including rescues and emergencies. If you donate to pet charities, please consider donating to IMOM ......


In memory of my Beloved Tristan -
I miss your little cowlick face!

If you would like to know more of Tristan's story - check out his site -
http://groups.msn.com/TristansPlace/_whatsnew.msnw

laura