Sure, there are animals that can't be helped. But 
you as a vet and I as a VERY experienced/worn pet 
owner, know, that often money is scarce and that 
easy decisions are often being taken - an 
injection of T61 is cheaper than a 10-sessions-
operation, for example. I'm complaining about 
those people more than those who just seek some 
comforting, but you see, sick pet, most people 
write whether or not it's sick and dead, or sick 
and dying. I admit, the jerk line was harsh and 
unconsiderate on my part though. I'm just VERY 
touchy when it comes to animals. I can't even 
stand a street punk cat being put to sleep and I 
cry when one of my cats return from an unusually 
long walk. Bah, I'm touchy, you know that ;)

As for myself, I'd go apimp to pay for my pets' 
health if necessary ò_ó I'm a momma type.