Pet Stories

Birdie Morgan

Three years ago this November I was playing golf in Hanover, Indiana.  Just about the time we were finishing, a skinny black and white pup walked-up to us and jumped into our golf cart.  We drove back to the clubhouse and asked about the dog, when we found out she was a stray, I asked if I could have her.

I did not realize at the time how sick she was.  I thought she was just a calm, passive puppy.  A few days later, she was being treated for pneumonia by a local veterinarian.  She was not improving and when we called to make an appointment to bring her back in the vet was having a family emergency and she recommended Care-Pets.

Dr. Evinger explained to us what Birdie was suffering from and how dangerous and deadly this disease was.  There was not a lot of hope in the doctor's voice.

We left Birdie in the care of Care-Pets for several days, and when we saw her again there was marked improvement.  We were sent home with several months medications and had to take her back for follow-up treatments of IV's and oxygen.

Two and a half years after her treatments, we now have a full of passion rat terrier with more energy than my wife and I together.

Birdie is on medication and a special diet for the rest of her life, and the way she is going it will be a long life.

Without the support and care we received from Care-Pets, without a doubt, she would not be with us today.

I call her my little "Money Pit," but I wouldn't have it any other way.

Thank you Care-Pets for all you've done.

Michael L. Morgan

Gracie Lou

When my 14 ½ year old Bichon, Chelsea, passed away, I found myself too lonely without a furry companion.  It was time to think about a new puppy. Anyone who has ever had a dog knows that it is impossible to just "think" about a new puppy. Once you hear about it, see it, and especially touch it, it is yours for a lifetime.

Gracie Lou came home with me in June of 2008.  My veterinarian specialist, who had taken care of Chelsea, highly recommended Dr. Evinger to me.  Gracie and I visited Care Pets for her first puppy check, and we have been in love with the practice and the staff since Day One.  Everyone is so personable, professional, well-trained, and most importantly, compassionate with my loving pet.   They are great with the "humans" as well, answering all questions thoroughly, and even sharing funny little comments.  My favorite, after Dr. Evinger gives Gracie a kiss, is "now we'll have to go wash her face, she has human on it."

I have had dogs all of my life, and I can honestly say I have never boarded any of them during a vacation. I decided I would try with Gracie, and see her reaction.  Well, let me tell you, she does great!  When I go to Care Pets for any reason, she beats me in the door, tail wagging, and is absolutely thrilled to see all of her Care Pets' friends.  This is an honest testimony straight from Gracie Lou, how she feels about the care she is receiving.  I now can travel, without the least bit of apprehension, knowing that Gracie is happy and most of all safe.

Thank you Care Pets for your loving concern and care of my special little Gracie, and for giving me the confidence to know she is safe and secure when I can't be with her.  Many, many thanks, and Gracie Lou adds "Woof, Woof"!!

Sharon Horn