Bassett is doing well after the weekend. She is on a heart medication and an antibiotic, but the antibiotic was more preventative because there was a abnormality in her blood reading but the vet thought it might have to do with something else. However, she didn't want to have Bassett have an infection so we are treating it just in case. She is still breathing better but I'm watching it REALLY closely. Also she is being a very good girl and letting me give her her pills and medicine without too much fuss.

Other than that, money is the only other concern. Her bill was $420 and the ultrasound and other tests are another $375 at least, plus I have to take her across the ferry to do the tests (I found a clinic in Burnaby that does what I need done). They are also getting me in as soon as there is an opening so I'm grateful for that. I just have to make sure I keep up with school if I have to miss classes to get her to the clinic.

Thank you all for your contiued support and prayers. It's nice to know I can come here and vent and not have someone say "well it's just a cat." Sadly, that's been the case in most of the people I've talked to. They say, "you are not thinking clearly because you aren't thinking of the quality of life for Bassett, and it's an awful lot of money for just a pet." Well, that makes me really angry. I can't just let Bassett die - I have to try. I'm doing what the vet says I need to do. I flat out asked the vet, "is the tests worth it or is she going to die?" and the vet said "she has to have the ultrasound without a doubt - it has to be done" so I figure that means there is some hope for her recovery. What kind of person would I be if I said "oh well it's not worth trying?" Anyway, some people have been really good about it. My friends came over this weekend and were really supportive, and even helped me with the costs of a few groceries. At least I know that I have them and everyone here at PT to support me. Thank you all so much for everything. It really helps.