Bunny Buddy
Wise Old Thumper
I've seen some pretty shocking figures given in the past and just wondering how much a stasis episode, with no underlying cause found, can cost.
I've paid £200 to £250 a few times, when they've been at the vets a few days. These have usually been out of hours beyond 11pm. It's quite scary how a severe belly ache/unexplained eating refusal can create a big bill, and something we all need to be prepared for as it could happen to any bunny.
I'd urge anybody who is hands-on to invest £10 in a blood glucose testing kit as that might just give you the reassurance on holding off making the call and nursing the rabbit at home if appropriate until next morning. *This isn't always the appropriate course of action though, even with 'safe' reading*.
I'm still in shock that the care Esme had last week has added up to £530. She did have excellent care, I couldn't fault it but I just wanted to highlight how big the bills can be for anyone unsure about insurance.
The breakdown (figures approximate):
Emergency call out £150
Consultation £20 (+ possibly more consultations)
Drip £50
X-ray £62
Day's nursing £20 (x however many needed)
Blood tests £40
etc etc.
I've paid £200 to £250 a few times, when they've been at the vets a few days. These have usually been out of hours beyond 11pm. It's quite scary how a severe belly ache/unexplained eating refusal can create a big bill, and something we all need to be prepared for as it could happen to any bunny.
I'd urge anybody who is hands-on to invest £10 in a blood glucose testing kit as that might just give you the reassurance on holding off making the call and nursing the rabbit at home if appropriate until next morning. *This isn't always the appropriate course of action though, even with 'safe' reading*.
I'm still in shock that the care Esme had last week has added up to £530. She did have excellent care, I couldn't fault it but I just wanted to highlight how big the bills can be for anyone unsure about insurance.
The breakdown (figures approximate):
Emergency call out £150
Consultation £20 (+ possibly more consultations)
Drip £50
X-ray £62
Day's nursing £20 (x however many needed)
Blood tests £40
etc etc.