Here's the other shoe...

**moosmom** · 02-15-2010, 07:20 PM

The vet's office called tonight to say that MooShoo's ashes had arrived.

I asked them if there is ANY way they'd release them if I signed a paper saying I'd pay the bill in full on March 3 when my monthly check comes in. They said no.

The thought of my baby sitting on a shelf at the vet's office is just putting me over the edge. I want him here with me and the 3rd can't come soon enough!!!

Don't worry my precious boy, I'll find a way.

**Husky_mom** · 02-15-2010, 07:38 PM

that was so rude.. and to think you are a frequent known reliable "customer"... they have no heart...(and if this are the same that used your kitty to smack the dog with.. they shouldn´t charge a thing.. at least)

I´m so sorry... I hope you can get him sooner ((hugs))

**cassiesmom** · 02-15-2010, 07:39 PM

Moosmom. Have you got Paypal? I would be happy to pitch in something. Would your veterinarian's office accept a payment from someone else for this purpose (me and maybe others)? You need to have Moo's ashes.

Hugs,
Elyse

**moosmom** · 02-15-2010, 09:27 PM

I just got off the phone with the doctor. He was wonderful. This is a different vet. Since this was an emergency call at 1 a.m., I didn't go to my regular vet in Colchester (the one that beat the dog with my cat carrier). I went to one they referred to on their recording.

I needed to understand exactly what happened to my baby. He said that when I made the phone call, the vet techs could hear him yowling in the background. He said from the description they gave him, and the fact that I found him laying down, it sounds like he had either a heart condition and blew a clot that went to his back legs or brain, or the clot blew near his heart and was traveling.

I asked him if Moo was in any pain and he said it was only for a short time because when he took him out of the carrier, he was already cold, and he lost control of his bowels, common in these types of problems.

At least now I know. I told the vet that his office called today and told me his ashes are there to be picked up AFTER the bill is paid in full. I asked him if there was anyway I could get them back tomorrow if I give them my debit card # so they can make the withdrawal immediately on the 3rd. He said he'd ask the lead vet and office manager and call me tomorrow morning.

I just want to say thank you to the people who offered to put money on the bill so I could get the ashes right away. I appreciate your kindness and generosity so very much, you have no idea. If they won't allow it, it's only a matter of 2 weeks before the 3rd since February only has 28 days.

**katladyd** · 02-15-2010, 10:11 PM

Poor Moo! I hope you get his ashes soon! I know it sounds weird, but getting their ashes is like them coming home. I have a beloved kitty on the mantle of our fireplace. He is home and will stay with us forever! I hope things get better for you. You have had your share of sadness lately.

**Barbara** · 02-16-2010, 03:12 AM

I must say it is difficult for me to understand how they can take the ashes as a pawn. As ashes don't have a value in itself - like a common pawn- they must know how important they are emotionally and I just cannot get over how they use your sadness and pain.

**Scooter's Mom** · 02-16-2010, 05:51 AM

I'm surprised they had him cremated without payment up front. My vet and my ex-husbands vet both wouldn't have the kitties cremated without payment.

I'm really thankful that the vet you went to did that for you and didn't tell you, "No money, no cremation."

I wish I could help you with funds to get him home. I'm still broke after not working most of the last year.

Sending hugs and prayers to you.