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Post by vindog on Mar 20, 2009 6:18:21 GMT -5
I took Betsy to a new Vet DR.Hart in North Roylaton for a routeen check .Everything was OK except she said her Stomach showed a little distention on the Xray,She recommended this animal hospital on Copley rd in Akron.When I went there the first thing out of the front desk lady was a Deposit of a few Grand.They took Betsy for an Ultrasound.The Doctor said she had a Growth in Spleen and Small Heart.Another Doctor said Small Liver(SAME ORGAN???)They said to remove Spleen but needed another Few Grand deposit.I was Desperate.I listened to them talk to others in the hospital,while I was there, and they all needed spleen operations.They then said they needed to keep her so the Biopsy could be read in 7 business Days.Out of Surgery Betsy was in Pain and Looked Terrible.They said she needed Pain Medication and Plasma for Strength but that would mean more money!!! They said she would have to be on a LOW PROTEIN DIET.I ASKED WHAT THaT CONSISTS OF.THEY SAID CHICKEN and MEAT.I SAID THAT IS HIGH PROTEN!!!!They then Sounded Frustrated!!! When I questioned their Procedure I got a call the Next night that said her Breathing was labored and did I want them to Recesitate her if she needed(FOR ANOTHER FEE!!!!!)She was in Pain and her Legs could not work so I said no.When the saw they could not get anymore money she died.THEY WERE EXPERTS AT Playing on Compassion and Leading People to pay more Money!!I heard them do it to Everyone!!! If you hesitated they said your animal would not live a week!!! I asked if there was hope they said YESSS(UNTIL MONEY RAN OUT) Take note of This Place On Copley RD in AKRON!!!AKRON Veterinary Referral Center!!! I Gladly paid but I do not want any other animals to suffer!!!Any advice on who to contact? I miss her so much!!!!  |
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Post by mrbeefy on Mar 20, 2009 7:01:03 GMT -5
Vince, There has got to be someone out there who monitors the licensing of these people, that may be a good place to start, along with the Better Business Bureau. For Betsy . . .  Betsy "THE CEO" AnelloBetsy "The CEO" Anello has passed away. She will be missed by all her family and friends whom she gave her unconditional love to every day. Her wonderful life was cut-short far too soon, but perhaps God has other plans for her, and for the Anello family. Our loved ones are only "loaned" to us for a short time, until they are called back home. Betsy, "May the choirs of angels, come to greet you, may they lead you to paradise, may their arms enfold you, in their mercy, and may they grant you eternal life". We will be seeing you soon, Betsy. Keep a place warm for us. Our sincerest condolences. Frank & Bernie |
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Post by Tim Wescott on Mar 20, 2009 7:06:25 GMT -5
I`m really sorry to hear it Vince.
Money hungry bast*rds..............just pisses me off bigtime.
My dogs mean the world to me,so I know how you must feel bud.
Hang in!
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Post by Neal on Mar 20, 2009 7:41:15 GMT -5
Vince,
Sorry for the loss of Betsy.
Neal
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Post by masterschamp on Mar 20, 2009 8:18:10 GMT -5
Sorry Vince..........like Tim, I too am a dog owner, and know how much they mean to us. I lost my first dog when I was 22...he had basically grown up with me, and it was very hard to see him go.
What goes aroud comes around......karma has a funny way of biting scumbags like that on the ass.
Just rest assured that you provided Betsy with everything she needed and that includes your love through the years she was with you. She could not have been better taken care of, or given a better life by anyone else.
Keith
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Post by GerryT on Mar 20, 2009 10:37:02 GMT -5
Pets are like family. So sorry, Vince. Definitely go to the Better Business Bureau. Sounds like gouging, and you were in a distraught and desperate state so they preyed on that.
This is a terrible loss and you have my sympathy and prayers, bud. Betsy is at peace now, and hope the wounds will heal in time. Peace and blessings to you at this difficult time.
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Post by Roger on Mar 21, 2009 4:23:51 GMT -5
Vince, so sorry to hear about Betsy. I know how much she meant to you. I agree with Keith, those people wil surely get what is coming to them.
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Post by mrssully on Mar 21, 2009 6:26:04 GMT -5
Contact your states Attorney General. Write to the local news stations investigative reporter. BBB is useless they are another organization that you pay to be a part of, so of course everything looks rosy. When my mom's house was destroyed from a kid commiting suicide by trying to drive through it, there was a lot of run around from her insurance agency the Attorney General was the only one to respond. Sorry for your loss of Betsy. You may find some solace in www.rainbowbridge.com |
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Post by Karrie on Mar 21, 2009 6:50:05 GMT -5
I live in that area and I know the facility you are talking about. I agree with every one above, what goes around comes around and I am sure you are NOT the first to have this sort of experience with this facility.
I am so sorry for your loss.
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Post by fit on Mar 21, 2009 7:40:35 GMT -5
OMG- I am SO SORRY- this hits close to home having lost a dear friend this year as well AND we are looking at adopting greyhounds. I am so sorry- call you attorney general- immediately.
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Post by RUBICON19 on Mar 21, 2009 8:00:10 GMT -5
OMG! I dont even know what to say!!!!! This saddens me GREATLY!!! I am sooo sorry, I cant put it into words. Jule is getting older and although she is very strong, you never know. I am taking her for a walk now. I love dogs very much and I have all the respect in the world for others who do the same. You are one of those people. You gave Betsy a WONDERFUL life. You are a genuine person. I feel for you greatly. I am sure Betsy will be missed!!! Again, sorry! Stay strong my friend!!! |
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Post by Intensity on Mar 21, 2009 12:29:14 GMT -5
I'm so sorry Vince. I can imagine what she meant to you. May she rest in peace.
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Post by youngblood on Mar 23, 2009 13:51:23 GMT -5
My thoughts go out to you and Betsy Vince....I've enjoyed the posts you've made, and the ones she's contributed to over the time you've been here.  |
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Post by Hoopie on Mar 23, 2009 21:26:14 GMT -5
Extremely sorry for your loss Vince!
I think you should contact you state AG and also go to the papers and expose them. Let everyone know what they did and how they did it...
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Post by Sal Paradise on Mar 27, 2009 8:20:08 GMT -5
I am very, very sorry to hear about Betsy.
I have been out of town and have not checked in for a while.
I know what you mean about the vets and pulling at the heart strings.
I can say this much - I have dealt with this group on a few occasions with both of my Great Danes and it really comes down to who is on the other end of the phone and who you're working with.
They saved my little Angus last month when his large intestine was bloated and moved into his chest cavity add to that his colon flipped and ended up on the wrong side of his body. Colon Torsion its called. A very, very rare thing in dogs. It's more common in horses but due to Angus' size and build he can have this problem.
They did not try to make us feel like everything was fine and never made any suggestions. They simply said from the xrays that he would need surgery to determine if it can be fixed and what the entire scenario was.
They gave us an estimate of 3500-5000$ and that's with no assurance it would work.
They did the surgery and he was fine after a few hours and ready to come home after the overnight.
The bill was actually less than quoted at just a hair over 3000.
Then he had a stomach bloat the very next week - we took him back and they wanted more money for what seemed like the same problem. Another 400 and what are you going to do after you just spent 3000? Say "Oh? 400?, no put him down" - we just spent 3 grand! So we had him checked out and they had to give him meds and xrays, etc. This was in dealing with the staff - not the actual surgeon who did the work.
Well it turns out after I went back in for follow up it wasn't the same problem at all - the actual surgeon, Dr Fergusen (sp?) spent over an hour with me and Angus showing the xrays from the different times and explained in detail what was happening and why.
While they billed us for the second visit - Dr Fergusen explained tt me in detail what the charges were and why.
He even took charges off the second visit as some of it should have been deemed follow up care.
Basically - I think it really comes down to who we are stuck dealing with.
It's no different than my former family doctor. He was great but the staff was horrible and couldn't care less about anything or anyone. I finally left as I could not take the front desk staff anymore.
I hate to say it seems that way the the Copley Rd Animal hospital when dealing with the counter help.
Vince -
Again, I am very sorry for your loss and it's never easy losing one of our furry kids and I'm sorry to hear how this all panned out.
I know exactly where you are coming from regarding the way this place can make you feel when they talk to you.
I would do as other have mentioned and contact someone about this.
As good as some of the doctors or sugeons may be there is no excuse for the way they treated your situation with Betsy.]
Try to find peace in knowing she is pain free and no longer suffering.
Jeremy
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