Few days ago my 16 year old chihuahua was diagnosed with diabetes at close to 700 mg/dL. While he was hospitalized, I did some research on the internet trying to gather info on what food I must feed him. Consensus seems to be to avoid foods containing corn, wheat, soy and potato. So I spend a lot of money buying the healthier wet and dry food with varying brands.
But my vet insists that I must only use the food they carry/sell which is the Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets as no other brands are good enough. They are very pricey as one can is $2.50 and a 6LB bag of dry food is $40. The dry food contains corn, wheat and soy.
And when I asked if I can test my dog's glucose levels at home, I was told NO it was not possible and I would need to visit them regularly. Yet when I checked Amazon, there is indeed a glucose meter for dogs selling for $17 with test strips at $30.
So do you think my vet is lying to me so they can make more money off me? They've already charged me over $1,000 which seems excessive.
But my vet insists that I must only use the food they carry/sell which is the Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets as no other brands are good enough. They are very pricey as one can is $2.50 and a 6LB bag of dry food is $40. The dry food contains corn, wheat and soy.
And when I asked if I can test my dog's glucose levels at home, I was told NO it was not possible and I would need to visit them regularly. Yet when I checked Amazon, there is indeed a glucose meter for dogs selling for $17 with test strips at $30.
So do you think my vet is lying to me so they can make more money off me? They've already charged me over $1,000 which seems excessive.
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