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notprivatepyle1 t1_j96938w wrote

They are also in North Grafton, MA outside Worcester, which may be either just as far or closer depending on what part of the state you're in. I can't say they're any much better than Ocean State Vet though, pretty much all emergency vet services in my experience are an absolute crapshoot and always far less than ideal, if not borderline endangering in some instances. Not to say you should avoid them if there's an emergency, but low expectations should unfortunately be set.

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SeveralResident1455 t1_j968u7c wrote

Arrogance is one thing, negligence is another. Three years ago my other dog swallowed 6 wooden skewers. I witnessed the last one go into her mouth. Took her to Ocean State and they brought her back out and said she was fine. I told them she would perforate when she tried to pass them and would likely die but they didn’t listen. I took her and drove to Mass where she had emergency surgery, 50 staples and they handed me the skewers they retrieved from her stomach.

The story should be on their carelessness, lack of compassion and the absurd amounts they charge. They just sold it for $150 million.

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campmoreworryless t1_j962hy2 wrote

I did rent to own but not through a program. Our home was offered to us by a family friend who knew we had a baby on the way and that we were not in a safe living situation. Be very careful in investing in anything without a contract. In our case everything worked out and our home is truly beautiful. It even came furnished with gorgeous high value furniture. But it’s uncommon. We had looked into it for a few years before being offered this. Nothing was ever legitimate. To be quite honest I would recommend just buying a house through the RI first time home owners program. We had to put $25k cash down with no assistance and we closed on the house in October. You’re better off financially to take advantage of the states program. Good luck to you. If you have any questions feel free to ask.

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ihavebigboobiezz OP t1_j9627km wrote

My cat is a healthy one year old with no prior health conditions.

An obstruction showed up on an x-ray in his intestines. They really told me they would rather euthanize him, a one year-old cat, then actually attempt any level of medical care. Absolutely ridiculous.

Glad you’re sweet boy is ok!

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HalfManHalfCornball t1_j95xvff wrote

At the end of the day it's all about the money. Every government decision nationwide is all about profits. From war, inflation, to mental health. It will even interfere with your personal relationships as well. Hate to say it, money is the biggest motivation. Everyone has their price.

Great article supporting the closing of mental institutions

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