[Dailydrool] Tacking Bubby's Stomach

[Molly Thompson]

Thanks Katie.

On 9/8/2014 8:22 AM, Lilie Basset wrote:
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> Hi Molly,
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> Lilie is 12 years old.  When she was spayed her vet suggested tacking 
> because, as an emergency vet for many years, she thought it was a good 
> idea. We had both Lilie and Daffodil tacked at spaying.
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> A week ago Thursday, Lilie bloated.  I got her to the vet where she 
> spent the day and was successfully treated.  One of the first things 
> that the vet said to me when I picked her up was that the tacking 
> held.  Without it?  I don't know.  I just know that it gave me peace 
> of mind, and may have saved Lilie's life just a few days ago.
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> I vote for it.  My vet for Lilie did it for no extra charge.  By the 
> time I got Daffy, I'd changed vets to one who was closer.  I remember 
> that the vet at the time gave me a funny look when I asked for it, but 
> they did it.  I think it was an extra $100. Would I pay $100 for it - 
> YES.
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> Good luck to Buppy.  Will she have to wear the Cone of Shame? Take 
> pictures - you'll want them later.
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> Katie, Lilie and Daffodil
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