{"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn6zcdw","c_root_id_B":"fn6uoy6","created_at_utc_A":1586710289,"created_at_utc_B":1586707711,"score_A":120,"score_B":45,"human_ref_A":"Vet med is essential. We may not let you into the clinic, but we'll take your pet in for treatment.","human_ref_B":"It's an essential since it's medical. Listen to op.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2578.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn7zdwf","c_root_id_B":"fn7zxwx","created_at_utc_A":1586730711,"created_at_utc_B":1586731031,"score_A":2,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","human_ref_B":"Vets are deemed essential services in BC Canada. They are open here as well.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":320.0,"score_ratio":7.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn80olf","c_root_id_B":"fn89fju","created_at_utc_A":1586731467,"created_at_utc_B":1586736717,"score_A":13,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"The clinic I work at is only doing essential, critical care appts and surgeries. Nobody allowed inside, everything done in parking lot or over phone, but you're right, we are still seeing pets.","human_ref_B":"I ended up having to take one of my girls in just a few days ago. I called when I showed up, they asked intake questions and said they'd be out to get her soon. They came and got her from my vehicle, used their own leash, and the doctor called my cellphone after examining her and to give me the total estimate prior to anything else. When I approved it, I hung up, played on my phone for a bit, they called back said she was ready and took my card information. Then they brought her and her meds back to the car, unhooked and off we went.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5250.0,"score_ratio":1.0769230769} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn80olf","c_root_id_B":"fn7zdwf","created_at_utc_A":1586731467,"created_at_utc_B":1586730711,"score_A":13,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The clinic I work at is only doing essential, critical care appts and surgeries. Nobody allowed inside, everything done in parking lot or over phone, but you're right, we are still seeing pets.","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":756.0,"score_ratio":6.5} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn89fju","c_root_id_B":"fn81wbg","created_at_utc_A":1586736717,"created_at_utc_B":1586732175,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I ended up having to take one of my girls in just a few days ago. I called when I showed up, they asked intake questions and said they'd be out to get her soon. They came and got her from my vehicle, used their own leash, and the doctor called my cellphone after examining her and to give me the total estimate prior to anything else. When I approved it, I hung up, played on my phone for a bit, they called back said she was ready and took my card information. Then they brought her and her meds back to the car, unhooked and off we went.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ll add that in my area, some will do a video consultation first, but where they need to get hands on they\u2019ll ask people to come in.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4542.0,"score_ratio":1.75} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn89fju","c_root_id_B":"fn7zdwf","created_at_utc_A":1586736717,"created_at_utc_B":1586730711,"score_A":14,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I ended up having to take one of my girls in just a few days ago. I called when I showed up, they asked intake questions and said they'd be out to get her soon. They came and got her from my vehicle, used their own leash, and the doctor called my cellphone after examining her and to give me the total estimate prior to anything else. When I approved it, I hung up, played on my phone for a bit, they called back said she was ready and took my card information. Then they brought her and her meds back to the car, unhooked and off we went.","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6006.0,"score_ratio":7.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn81wbg","c_root_id_B":"fn7zdwf","created_at_utc_A":1586732175,"created_at_utc_B":1586730711,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019ll add that in my area, some will do a video consultation first, but where they need to get hands on they\u2019ll ask people to come in.","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1464.0,"score_ratio":4.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8e981","c_root_id_B":"fn8b5g7","created_at_utc_A":1586739684,"created_at_utc_B":1586737764,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m still in Louisiana working away. Curbside, but seeing your babies \ud83d\udc95","human_ref_B":"I have called my vet because my 15 year old dog started constantly panting heavily. They said that they are open for emergencies but could see my dog. You have to drop the dog off and they will take it in and do the assessment and treatment without you. Then they will call and talk with you on the phone about what they have found. You then pay by credit card without going in. Afterward, they will bring your dog back out to the car with any prescriptions. My dog hates the vet and I'm worried about the extra strain on him by sending him in without us but he has to be seen. Something is terribly wrong. We have tranquilizers that we will give him before he goes in so I hope it helps. I am so happy that they are there for you when you need them in spite of the pandemic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1920.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8e981","c_root_id_B":"fn7zdwf","created_at_utc_A":1586739684,"created_at_utc_B":1586730711,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m still in Louisiana working away. Curbside, but seeing your babies \ud83d\udc95","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8973.0,"score_ratio":4.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8pq9m","c_root_id_B":"fn95zs0","created_at_utc_A":1586747130,"created_at_utc_B":1586760607,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Just to add - my vet is allowing people in for euthanasia procedures. Had to learn the hard way, but I\u2019m so grateful for the good people out there caring for animals and their people. They literally put their own health at risk to make sure my friend wasn\u2019t without me in the end, and I\u2019ll never forget their kindness.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s just an excuse. Vets have been legally classified as essential in the USA. Non-essential stuff isn\u2019t usually being seen right now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13477.0,"score_ratio":1.2} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn95zs0","c_root_id_B":"fn8b5g7","created_at_utc_A":1586760607,"created_at_utc_B":1586737764,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s just an excuse. Vets have been legally classified as essential in the USA. Non-essential stuff isn\u2019t usually being seen right now.","human_ref_B":"I have called my vet because my 15 year old dog started constantly panting heavily. They said that they are open for emergencies but could see my dog. You have to drop the dog off and they will take it in and do the assessment and treatment without you. Then they will call and talk with you on the phone about what they have found. You then pay by credit card without going in. Afterward, they will bring your dog back out to the car with any prescriptions. My dog hates the vet and I'm worried about the extra strain on him by sending him in without us but he has to be seen. Something is terribly wrong. We have tranquilizers that we will give him before he goes in so I hope it helps. I am so happy that they are there for you when you need them in spite of the pandemic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22843.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8jl4u","c_root_id_B":"fn95zs0","created_at_utc_A":1586743123,"created_at_utc_B":1586760607,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"My vet is also a 24\/7 day emergency service. After 7:00pm they become after hours emergency. They will also take emergencies during regular hours. Now, they do assessment at your car and if it\u2019s in the office only one family member is allowed in the back.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s just an excuse. Vets have been legally classified as essential in the USA. Non-essential stuff isn\u2019t usually being seen right now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17484.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn7zdwf","c_root_id_B":"fn95zs0","created_at_utc_A":1586730711,"created_at_utc_B":1586760607,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s just an excuse. Vets have been legally classified as essential in the USA. Non-essential stuff isn\u2019t usually being seen right now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29896.0,"score_ratio":3.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8g31q","c_root_id_B":"fn95zs0","created_at_utc_A":1586740852,"created_at_utc_B":1586760607,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Our vet will take our dog, but we\u2019re not going to bring our dog unless it\u2019s an emergency. I am immune compromised so it\u2019s not worth the risk of bringing the dog back in our home after contact with other people unless it\u2019s a definite life or death situation.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s just an excuse. Vets have been legally classified as essential in the USA. Non-essential stuff isn\u2019t usually being seen right now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19755.0,"score_ratio":3.0} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8pq9m","c_root_id_B":"fn8b5g7","created_at_utc_A":1586747130,"created_at_utc_B":1586737764,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just to add - my vet is allowing people in for euthanasia procedures. Had to learn the hard way, but I\u2019m so grateful for the good people out there caring for animals and their people. They literally put their own health at risk to make sure my friend wasn\u2019t without me in the end, and I\u2019ll never forget their kindness.","human_ref_B":"I have called my vet because my 15 year old dog started constantly panting heavily. They said that they are open for emergencies but could see my dog. You have to drop the dog off and they will take it in and do the assessment and treatment without you. Then they will call and talk with you on the phone about what they have found. You then pay by credit card without going in. Afterward, they will bring your dog back out to the car with any prescriptions. My dog hates the vet and I'm worried about the extra strain on him by sending him in without us but he has to be seen. Something is terribly wrong. We have tranquilizers that we will give him before he goes in so I hope it helps. I am so happy that they are there for you when you need them in spite of the pandemic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9366.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8jl4u","c_root_id_B":"fn8pq9m","created_at_utc_A":1586743123,"created_at_utc_B":1586747130,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"My vet is also a 24\/7 day emergency service. After 7:00pm they become after hours emergency. They will also take emergencies during regular hours. Now, they do assessment at your car and if it\u2019s in the office only one family member is allowed in the back.","human_ref_B":"Just to add - my vet is allowing people in for euthanasia procedures. Had to learn the hard way, but I\u2019m so grateful for the good people out there caring for animals and their people. They literally put their own health at risk to make sure my friend wasn\u2019t without me in the end, and I\u2019ll never forget their kindness.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4007.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8pq9m","c_root_id_B":"fn7zdwf","created_at_utc_A":1586747130,"created_at_utc_B":1586730711,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Just to add - my vet is allowing people in for euthanasia procedures. Had to learn the hard way, but I\u2019m so grateful for the good people out there caring for animals and their people. They literally put their own health at risk to make sure my friend wasn\u2019t without me in the end, and I\u2019ll never forget their kindness.","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16419.0,"score_ratio":2.5} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8g31q","c_root_id_B":"fn8pq9m","created_at_utc_A":1586740852,"created_at_utc_B":1586747130,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Our vet will take our dog, but we\u2019re not going to bring our dog unless it\u2019s an emergency. I am immune compromised so it\u2019s not worth the risk of bringing the dog back in our home after contact with other people unless it\u2019s a definite life or death situation.","human_ref_B":"Just to add - my vet is allowing people in for euthanasia procedures. Had to learn the hard way, but I\u2019m so grateful for the good people out there caring for animals and their people. They literally put their own health at risk to make sure my friend wasn\u2019t without me in the end, and I\u2019ll never forget their kindness.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6278.0,"score_ratio":2.5} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8b5g7","c_root_id_B":"fn7zdwf","created_at_utc_A":1586737764,"created_at_utc_B":1586730711,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I have called my vet because my 15 year old dog started constantly panting heavily. They said that they are open for emergencies but could see my dog. You have to drop the dog off and they will take it in and do the assessment and treatment without you. Then they will call and talk with you on the phone about what they have found. You then pay by credit card without going in. Afterward, they will bring your dog back out to the car with any prescriptions. My dog hates the vet and I'm worried about the extra strain on him by sending him in without us but he has to be seen. Something is terribly wrong. We have tranquilizers that we will give him before he goes in so I hope it helps. I am so happy that they are there for you when you need them in spite of the pandemic.","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7053.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8jl4u","c_root_id_B":"fn7zdwf","created_at_utc_A":1586743123,"created_at_utc_B":1586730711,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My vet is also a 24\/7 day emergency service. After 7:00pm they become after hours emergency. They will also take emergencies during regular hours. Now, they do assessment at your car and if it\u2019s in the office only one family member is allowed in the back.","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people may not be in a position where they can risk going to a vet clinic because of their health conditions or that of those they live with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12412.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"fzzcrs","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"All vets in my area are open even through strict shelter in place. Call them before assuming they are closed. It seems like 9\/10 of posts say they can\u2019t see vet because of pandemic. Do give them a call because most likely they are providing services but are doing curbside check in. Some people are using this as an excuse and in some cases they are really risking their pet\u2019s wellbeing.","c_root_id_A":"fn8g31q","c_root_id_B":"fn8jl4u","created_at_utc_A":1586740852,"created_at_utc_B":1586743123,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Our vet will take our dog, but we\u2019re not going to bring our dog unless it\u2019s an emergency. I am immune compromised so it\u2019s not worth the risk of bringing the dog back in our home after contact with other people unless it\u2019s a definite life or death situation.","human_ref_B":"My vet is also a 24\/7 day emergency service. After 7:00pm they become after hours emergency. They will also take emergencies during regular hours. Now, they do assessment at your car and if it\u2019s in the office only one family member is allowed in the back.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2271.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"lmdq9l","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I'm so tired of feeling like I'm fighting the whole veterinary system just to save my cat. I don't know if this is acceptable here or not.... But I'm literally being broken by the veterinary system here in San Diego, it's sapping all my will. I'm emotionally exhausted trying to save my 2 year old Maine Coon. I had to call upwards of 25 vets just to get an ultrasound on a Sunday, to low and behold... Show that the x-rays were useless and my boy had an intusseception. He gets the surgery and they send him home 36 hours later without anti-nausea and when the cerenia and mirtazapine run out he sits there licking his lips and swallowing every 20 seconds, gagging every 10 minutes, won't eat or drink anything.... I call the vet TWICE... 3 hours later still no call back .... I'm sitting here on the floor balling my eyes out ready to throw in the towel. I'm so freaking tired of fighting tooth and nail just to save my babies life in what feels like a heartless system. Six months ago my other cat died waiting 8+ hours for an ultrasound that didn't come until he vomited blood into his lungs.","c_root_id_A":"gnv8hct","c_root_id_B":"gnv3kf2","created_at_utc_A":1613637976,"created_at_utc_B":1613633545,"score_A":69,"score_B":57,"human_ref_A":"I'm sorry you and your pet are having such a hard time. I hope my thoughts come across as kind, because i don't want you to be more stressed than what you already are. If I read your post correctly he has been treated for the most serious issue, the intussusception, by the ER clinic? That's great! Generally after discharge from an ER a recheck is scheduled for follow up with your GP. Do you have any info on that yet? If not I would imagine you will have a call in the morning to schedule it. When was he discharged? If he was just discharged a few hours ago, he is probably still well hydrated from his ER stay. If he's nauseaus and stressed from the last few days he's not going to eat. Even with medication he might not eat right now. Overall it sounds like you've been through the worst of everything, so try to take heart in that. We're all suffering now because of Covid, humans, pets, even wildlife and zoo animals. The vet community is doing the best we can with what we have. The system isn't broken, it's just bottlenecked because there aren't enough resources. We already were in need of more vets, technicians, and staff before Covid. The pandemic has just compounded everything. Hopefully things will begin to improve this year. I don't think any person in vet med is happy with how things are currently in the US.","human_ref_B":"It's easy to blame \"the system\". But what is \"the system\"? Lack of veterinarians? Lack of techs? Lack of ultrasound specialists? Most techs leave to go into human medicine because they cannot survive off the wage and are burnt out by the clients abuse. Not a lot of people can afford vet school, or are in huge debt after graduation. When we do graduate we get told it's a \"money grab\", it's \"too expensive\", blah blah but expect exceptional patient care similar to human medicine. Unfortunately this field doesn't get paid enough. People get insurance but complain about paying $30-75 a month for pet insurance and then scream at us for not being able to treat their pets. If only we get the same amount of respect as human doctors\/nurses perhaps more people would actually be in this field. If one clinic is unable to see you or unresponsive go to another one. It's nobody's fault we are stretched thin.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4431.0,"score_ratio":1.2105263158} {"post_id":"lmdq9l","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I'm so tired of feeling like I'm fighting the whole veterinary system just to save my cat. I don't know if this is acceptable here or not.... But I'm literally being broken by the veterinary system here in San Diego, it's sapping all my will. I'm emotionally exhausted trying to save my 2 year old Maine Coon. I had to call upwards of 25 vets just to get an ultrasound on a Sunday, to low and behold... Show that the x-rays were useless and my boy had an intusseception. He gets the surgery and they send him home 36 hours later without anti-nausea and when the cerenia and mirtazapine run out he sits there licking his lips and swallowing every 20 seconds, gagging every 10 minutes, won't eat or drink anything.... I call the vet TWICE... 3 hours later still no call back .... I'm sitting here on the floor balling my eyes out ready to throw in the towel. I'm so freaking tired of fighting tooth and nail just to save my babies life in what feels like a heartless system. Six months ago my other cat died waiting 8+ hours for an ultrasound that didn't come until he vomited blood into his lungs.","c_root_id_A":"gnvwxfe","c_root_id_B":"gnviy2o","created_at_utc_A":1613657250,"created_at_utc_B":1613647719,"score_A":32,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like your boy may benefit from being admitted back into the ICU for continued care. He will be monitored 24\/7, get intravenous fluid for hydration, and injectable medications in lieu of oral medications. If necessary, they can even place a feeding tube. But you need to be an advocate for you boy. Don't wait for a call back, go to the ER NOW.","human_ref_B":"Why not bring him to an ER? He\u2019ll be monitored around the clock and he\u2019ll get all the medications he needs.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9531.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667} {"post_id":"mn31ms","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"My dog is decaying in front of my eyes Link to pics https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/kZsbnzjkkhCykgHW6 What the hell is happening to my dog? I've been taking him to the vet for months now. 6 1\/2 year old border collie mix. We live in southern Wisconsin. He has two perfectly healthy doggie siblings. He started last October with just not being his happy hungry self, so vet expressed his anal glands. He continued to not eat much, appetite comes and goes. He started to yelp when we would pet him, but every few days the spot with pain would change. He had stool and urine samples, blood tests, x-ray and ultrasound. Nothing conclusive. Sometimes protein levels would be high, sometimes they weren't. Sometimes he had bacteria, sometimes he didn't. He started getting open sores, crusty spots, fur falling in clumps, random lumps under his skin. Some seemed to be by his lymph nodes, one was along his spine. He is NOT itching, and only occasionally does some licking. Scrapings taken from spots and biopsy of lumps. No mites, no obvious reason for the sores and scabs. Biopsy inconclusive. They couldn't rule out lymphoma, but there was nothing strongly indicating it. He does have a low grade fever and high white blood cell count. There are new sores popping up on a daily basis. I'm currently waiting on results from \"better\" tests. We've done two kinds of antibiotics with no improvement. Other than that, pain pills that don't really seem to help. My poor guy lays around all day. Sometimes he'll go out for a walk and at least forget about his pain for a little bit. But yeah, if you looked at the pics, you can see he's in agony. Please, I hope someone can figure this out! (If I can get the actual test details, I'll post those.)","c_root_id_A":"gtv857m","c_root_id_B":"gtv8q65","created_at_utc_A":1617922194,"created_at_utc_B":1617922478,"score_A":34,"score_B":136,"human_ref_A":"Take him to a specialty vet.","human_ref_B":"It may be time for a consult with a dermatology specialist or an internal medicine specialist. Has your vet tried any immunosuppressive therapy like steroids?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":284.0,"score_ratio":4.0} {"post_id":"mn31ms","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"My dog is decaying in front of my eyes Link to pics https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/kZsbnzjkkhCykgHW6 What the hell is happening to my dog? I've been taking him to the vet for months now. 6 1\/2 year old border collie mix. We live in southern Wisconsin. He has two perfectly healthy doggie siblings. He started last October with just not being his happy hungry self, so vet expressed his anal glands. He continued to not eat much, appetite comes and goes. He started to yelp when we would pet him, but every few days the spot with pain would change. He had stool and urine samples, blood tests, x-ray and ultrasound. Nothing conclusive. Sometimes protein levels would be high, sometimes they weren't. Sometimes he had bacteria, sometimes he didn't. He started getting open sores, crusty spots, fur falling in clumps, random lumps under his skin. Some seemed to be by his lymph nodes, one was along his spine. He is NOT itching, and only occasionally does some licking. Scrapings taken from spots and biopsy of lumps. No mites, no obvious reason for the sores and scabs. Biopsy inconclusive. They couldn't rule out lymphoma, but there was nothing strongly indicating it. He does have a low grade fever and high white blood cell count. There are new sores popping up on a daily basis. I'm currently waiting on results from \"better\" tests. We've done two kinds of antibiotics with no improvement. Other than that, pain pills that don't really seem to help. My poor guy lays around all day. Sometimes he'll go out for a walk and at least forget about his pain for a little bit. But yeah, if you looked at the pics, you can see he's in agony. Please, I hope someone can figure this out! (If I can get the actual test details, I'll post those.)","c_root_id_A":"gtvovas","c_root_id_B":"gtv857m","created_at_utc_A":1617930780,"created_at_utc_B":1617922194,"score_A":66,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"Reiterating the recommendation to take him to an internal medicine veterinary specialist. Most of the time you don\u2019t need a referral, just google for veterinary internal medicine doctors in your area and give their office a call. They can contact your primary care vet to get records once you have an appointment.","human_ref_B":"Take him to a specialty vet.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8586.0,"score_ratio":1.9411764706} {"post_id":"mn31ms","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"My dog is decaying in front of my eyes Link to pics https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/kZsbnzjkkhCykgHW6 What the hell is happening to my dog? I've been taking him to the vet for months now. 6 1\/2 year old border collie mix. We live in southern Wisconsin. He has two perfectly healthy doggie siblings. He started last October with just not being his happy hungry self, so vet expressed his anal glands. He continued to not eat much, appetite comes and goes. He started to yelp when we would pet him, but every few days the spot with pain would change. He had stool and urine samples, blood tests, x-ray and ultrasound. Nothing conclusive. Sometimes protein levels would be high, sometimes they weren't. Sometimes he had bacteria, sometimes he didn't. He started getting open sores, crusty spots, fur falling in clumps, random lumps under his skin. Some seemed to be by his lymph nodes, one was along his spine. He is NOT itching, and only occasionally does some licking. Scrapings taken from spots and biopsy of lumps. No mites, no obvious reason for the sores and scabs. Biopsy inconclusive. They couldn't rule out lymphoma, but there was nothing strongly indicating it. He does have a low grade fever and high white blood cell count. There are new sores popping up on a daily basis. I'm currently waiting on results from \"better\" tests. We've done two kinds of antibiotics with no improvement. Other than that, pain pills that don't really seem to help. My poor guy lays around all day. Sometimes he'll go out for a walk and at least forget about his pain for a little bit. But yeah, if you looked at the pics, you can see he's in agony. Please, I hope someone can figure this out! (If I can get the actual test details, I'll post those.)","c_root_id_A":"gtvigg6","c_root_id_B":"gtvovas","created_at_utc_A":1617927470,"created_at_utc_B":1617930780,"score_A":19,"score_B":66,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet How about a vet school, more eyes the better.","human_ref_B":"Reiterating the recommendation to take him to an internal medicine veterinary specialist. Most of the time you don\u2019t need a referral, just google for veterinary internal medicine doctors in your area and give their office a call. They can contact your primary care vet to get records once you have an appointment.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3310.0,"score_ratio":3.4736842105} {"post_id":"mn31ms","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"My dog is decaying in front of my eyes Link to pics https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/kZsbnzjkkhCykgHW6 What the hell is happening to my dog? I've been taking him to the vet for months now. 6 1\/2 year old border collie mix. We live in southern Wisconsin. He has two perfectly healthy doggie siblings. He started last October with just not being his happy hungry self, so vet expressed his anal glands. He continued to not eat much, appetite comes and goes. He started to yelp when we would pet him, but every few days the spot with pain would change. He had stool and urine samples, blood tests, x-ray and ultrasound. Nothing conclusive. Sometimes protein levels would be high, sometimes they weren't. Sometimes he had bacteria, sometimes he didn't. He started getting open sores, crusty spots, fur falling in clumps, random lumps under his skin. Some seemed to be by his lymph nodes, one was along his spine. He is NOT itching, and only occasionally does some licking. Scrapings taken from spots and biopsy of lumps. No mites, no obvious reason for the sores and scabs. Biopsy inconclusive. They couldn't rule out lymphoma, but there was nothing strongly indicating it. He does have a low grade fever and high white blood cell count. There are new sores popping up on a daily basis. I'm currently waiting on results from \"better\" tests. We've done two kinds of antibiotics with no improvement. Other than that, pain pills that don't really seem to help. My poor guy lays around all day. Sometimes he'll go out for a walk and at least forget about his pain for a little bit. But yeah, if you looked at the pics, you can see he's in agony. Please, I hope someone can figure this out! (If I can get the actual test details, I'll post those.)","c_root_id_A":"gtv857m","c_root_id_B":"gtvps97","created_at_utc_A":1617922194,"created_at_utc_B":1617931256,"score_A":34,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"Take him to a specialty vet.","human_ref_B":"Poor baby! I agree with others who suggest a vet specialist. You could try UW Madison vet clinic https:\/\/uwveterinarycare.wisc.edu You could also ask your dog\u2019s vet for specialist recommendations.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9062.0,"score_ratio":1.1176470588} {"post_id":"mn31ms","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"My dog is decaying in front of my eyes Link to pics https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/kZsbnzjkkhCykgHW6 What the hell is happening to my dog? I've been taking him to the vet for months now. 6 1\/2 year old border collie mix. We live in southern Wisconsin. He has two perfectly healthy doggie siblings. He started last October with just not being his happy hungry self, so vet expressed his anal glands. He continued to not eat much, appetite comes and goes. He started to yelp when we would pet him, but every few days the spot with pain would change. He had stool and urine samples, blood tests, x-ray and ultrasound. Nothing conclusive. Sometimes protein levels would be high, sometimes they weren't. Sometimes he had bacteria, sometimes he didn't. He started getting open sores, crusty spots, fur falling in clumps, random lumps under his skin. Some seemed to be by his lymph nodes, one was along his spine. He is NOT itching, and only occasionally does some licking. Scrapings taken from spots and biopsy of lumps. No mites, no obvious reason for the sores and scabs. Biopsy inconclusive. They couldn't rule out lymphoma, but there was nothing strongly indicating it. He does have a low grade fever and high white blood cell count. There are new sores popping up on a daily basis. I'm currently waiting on results from \"better\" tests. We've done two kinds of antibiotics with no improvement. Other than that, pain pills that don't really seem to help. My poor guy lays around all day. Sometimes he'll go out for a walk and at least forget about his pain for a little bit. But yeah, if you looked at the pics, you can see he's in agony. Please, I hope someone can figure this out! (If I can get the actual test details, I'll post those.)","c_root_id_A":"gtvigg6","c_root_id_B":"gtvps97","created_at_utc_A":1617927470,"created_at_utc_B":1617931256,"score_A":19,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet How about a vet school, more eyes the better.","human_ref_B":"Poor baby! I agree with others who suggest a vet specialist. You could try UW Madison vet clinic https:\/\/uwveterinarycare.wisc.edu You could also ask your dog\u2019s vet for specialist recommendations.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3786.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"mn31ms","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"My dog is decaying in front of my eyes Link to pics https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/kZsbnzjkkhCykgHW6 What the hell is happening to my dog? I've been taking him to the vet for months now. 6 1\/2 year old border collie mix. We live in southern Wisconsin. He has two perfectly healthy doggie siblings. He started last October with just not being his happy hungry self, so vet expressed his anal glands. He continued to not eat much, appetite comes and goes. He started to yelp when we would pet him, but every few days the spot with pain would change. He had stool and urine samples, blood tests, x-ray and ultrasound. Nothing conclusive. Sometimes protein levels would be high, sometimes they weren't. Sometimes he had bacteria, sometimes he didn't. He started getting open sores, crusty spots, fur falling in clumps, random lumps under his skin. Some seemed to be by his lymph nodes, one was along his spine. He is NOT itching, and only occasionally does some licking. Scrapings taken from spots and biopsy of lumps. No mites, no obvious reason for the sores and scabs. Biopsy inconclusive. They couldn't rule out lymphoma, but there was nothing strongly indicating it. He does have a low grade fever and high white blood cell count. There are new sores popping up on a daily basis. I'm currently waiting on results from \"better\" tests. We've done two kinds of antibiotics with no improvement. Other than that, pain pills that don't really seem to help. My poor guy lays around all day. Sometimes he'll go out for a walk and at least forget about his pain for a little bit. But yeah, if you looked at the pics, you can see he's in agony. Please, I hope someone can figure this out! (If I can get the actual test details, I'll post those.)","c_root_id_A":"gtvpjb2","c_root_id_B":"gtvps97","created_at_utc_A":1617931130,"created_at_utc_B":1617931256,"score_A":9,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m so sorry you\u2019re going through this :( Did they happen to test for Lyme disease when doing the bloodwork?","human_ref_B":"Poor baby! I agree with others who suggest a vet specialist. You could try UW Madison vet clinic https:\/\/uwveterinarycare.wisc.edu You could also ask your dog\u2019s vet for specialist recommendations.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":126.0,"score_ratio":4.2222222222} {"post_id":"mn31ms","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"My dog is decaying in front of my eyes Link to pics https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/kZsbnzjkkhCykgHW6 What the hell is happening to my dog? I've been taking him to the vet for months now. 6 1\/2 year old border collie mix. We live in southern Wisconsin. He has two perfectly healthy doggie siblings. He started last October with just not being his happy hungry self, so vet expressed his anal glands. He continued to not eat much, appetite comes and goes. He started to yelp when we would pet him, but every few days the spot with pain would change. He had stool and urine samples, blood tests, x-ray and ultrasound. Nothing conclusive. Sometimes protein levels would be high, sometimes they weren't. Sometimes he had bacteria, sometimes he didn't. He started getting open sores, crusty spots, fur falling in clumps, random lumps under his skin. Some seemed to be by his lymph nodes, one was along his spine. He is NOT itching, and only occasionally does some licking. Scrapings taken from spots and biopsy of lumps. No mites, no obvious reason for the sores and scabs. Biopsy inconclusive. They couldn't rule out lymphoma, but there was nothing strongly indicating it. He does have a low grade fever and high white blood cell count. There are new sores popping up on a daily basis. I'm currently waiting on results from \"better\" tests. We've done two kinds of antibiotics with no improvement. Other than that, pain pills that don't really seem to help. My poor guy lays around all day. Sometimes he'll go out for a walk and at least forget about his pain for a little bit. But yeah, if you looked at the pics, you can see he's in agony. Please, I hope someone can figure this out! (If I can get the actual test details, I'll post those.)","c_root_id_A":"gtvv97i","c_root_id_B":"gtvpjb2","created_at_utc_A":1617934113,"created_at_utc_B":1617931130,"score_A":15,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Has he been tested for a fungal infection such as histo or blastomycosis?","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m so sorry you\u2019re going through this :( Did they happen to test for Lyme disease when doing the bloodwork?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2983.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667} {"post_id":"ktg3qz","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why isn't home euthanasia a thing? To those in the know, a curiosity question: I have a cat with a large tumor that will soon need to be put down. It is my first time through this and it is heartbreaking. Even more, so because I have to make a long journey to, a clinic, and then back. It made me wonder why, in this modern age, there was no option to do it myself. All the more curious because, I raise chickens (for meat and eggs), and in the past have raised pigs and cattle. It is confusing that I am allowed to humanely process my own meat, but there isn't an option for me to humanely say goodbye to a loving pet. In my state, we can even humanely provide suicide to a loved human who is near death. I AM NOT asking how to do it. Nor do I suggest everyone should do it. I am simply wondering why we haven't evolved to offering this choice? Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"giltahz","c_root_id_B":"gilvamd","created_at_utc_A":1610153804,"created_at_utc_B":1610154813,"score_A":83,"score_B":179,"human_ref_A":"There are in-home services, at least in my state. Google at home euthanasia and your location.","human_ref_B":"I am so sorry to hear about your pet nearing the end of their life. There are vets who perform in home euthanasia in the states ( you don't mention your general location). Lap of Love comes to mind but there are often local vets as well. I recommend looking online to see who services your area. All the best during this time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1009.0,"score_ratio":2.156626506} {"post_id":"ktg3qz","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why isn't home euthanasia a thing? To those in the know, a curiosity question: I have a cat with a large tumor that will soon need to be put down. It is my first time through this and it is heartbreaking. Even more, so because I have to make a long journey to, a clinic, and then back. It made me wonder why, in this modern age, there was no option to do it myself. All the more curious because, I raise chickens (for meat and eggs), and in the past have raised pigs and cattle. It is confusing that I am allowed to humanely process my own meat, but there isn't an option for me to humanely say goodbye to a loving pet. In my state, we can even humanely provide suicide to a loved human who is near death. I AM NOT asking how to do it. Nor do I suggest everyone should do it. I am simply wondering why we haven't evolved to offering this choice? Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gilzsuh","c_root_id_B":"giltahz","created_at_utc_A":1610157133,"created_at_utc_B":1610153804,"score_A":131,"score_B":83,"human_ref_A":"As others have said, there are veterinarians who perform house calls for euthanasia. This may be difficult to arrange at the moment due to COVID. To answer your question about why euthanasias are only done by veterinarians in this case, it has to do with our current standards of practice for companion animal medicine (pets rather than farm animals or wildlife). The AVMA, which is the national regulatory veterinary body, puts forth specific guidelines for euthanasia to be performed ethically and humanely. The focus for us as vets is to minimize any pain or suffering felt by the animal during the procedure. Most vets in the states use an overdose of an anesthetic drug to achieve this. These drugs are strictly controlled by the DEA and thus cannot be dispensed out for use by a client as such. I\u2019m sorry that you\u2019re going through the loss of a fur baby. Cancer sucks \ud83d\ude22. Wishing you the best. Edit: spelling","human_ref_B":"There are in-home services, at least in my state. Google at home euthanasia and your location.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3329.0,"score_ratio":1.578313253} {"post_id":"ktg3qz","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why isn't home euthanasia a thing? To those in the know, a curiosity question: I have a cat with a large tumor that will soon need to be put down. It is my first time through this and it is heartbreaking. Even more, so because I have to make a long journey to, a clinic, and then back. It made me wonder why, in this modern age, there was no option to do it myself. All the more curious because, I raise chickens (for meat and eggs), and in the past have raised pigs and cattle. It is confusing that I am allowed to humanely process my own meat, but there isn't an option for me to humanely say goodbye to a loving pet. In my state, we can even humanely provide suicide to a loved human who is near death. I AM NOT asking how to do it. Nor do I suggest everyone should do it. I am simply wondering why we haven't evolved to offering this choice? Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gilvb7r","c_root_id_B":"gilzsuh","created_at_utc_A":1610154822,"created_at_utc_B":1610157133,"score_A":36,"score_B":131,"human_ref_A":"I would encourage you to look into finding a mobile \/ house call veterinarian in your area. These vets will come to your house and some are full-service while others specialize in end-of-life care.","human_ref_B":"As others have said, there are veterinarians who perform house calls for euthanasia. This may be difficult to arrange at the moment due to COVID. To answer your question about why euthanasias are only done by veterinarians in this case, it has to do with our current standards of practice for companion animal medicine (pets rather than farm animals or wildlife). The AVMA, which is the national regulatory veterinary body, puts forth specific guidelines for euthanasia to be performed ethically and humanely. The focus for us as vets is to minimize any pain or suffering felt by the animal during the procedure. Most vets in the states use an overdose of an anesthetic drug to achieve this. These drugs are strictly controlled by the DEA and thus cannot be dispensed out for use by a client as such. I\u2019m sorry that you\u2019re going through the loss of a fur baby. Cancer sucks \ud83d\ude22. Wishing you the best. Edit: spelling","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2311.0,"score_ratio":3.6388888889} {"post_id":"ktg3qz","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why isn't home euthanasia a thing? To those in the know, a curiosity question: I have a cat with a large tumor that will soon need to be put down. It is my first time through this and it is heartbreaking. Even more, so because I have to make a long journey to, a clinic, and then back. It made me wonder why, in this modern age, there was no option to do it myself. All the more curious because, I raise chickens (for meat and eggs), and in the past have raised pigs and cattle. It is confusing that I am allowed to humanely process my own meat, but there isn't an option for me to humanely say goodbye to a loving pet. In my state, we can even humanely provide suicide to a loved human who is near death. I AM NOT asking how to do it. Nor do I suggest everyone should do it. I am simply wondering why we haven't evolved to offering this choice? Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gilvlag","c_root_id_B":"gilzsuh","created_at_utc_A":1610154964,"created_at_utc_B":1610157133,"score_A":22,"score_B":131,"human_ref_A":"It is, actually, though much less so with COVID.","human_ref_B":"As others have said, there are veterinarians who perform house calls for euthanasia. This may be difficult to arrange at the moment due to COVID. To answer your question about why euthanasias are only done by veterinarians in this case, it has to do with our current standards of practice for companion animal medicine (pets rather than farm animals or wildlife). The AVMA, which is the national regulatory veterinary body, puts forth specific guidelines for euthanasia to be performed ethically and humanely. The focus for us as vets is to minimize any pain or suffering felt by the animal during the procedure. Most vets in the states use an overdose of an anesthetic drug to achieve this. These drugs are strictly controlled by the DEA and thus cannot be dispensed out for use by a client as such. I\u2019m sorry that you\u2019re going through the loss of a fur baby. Cancer sucks \ud83d\ude22. Wishing you the best. Edit: spelling","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2169.0,"score_ratio":5.9545454545} {"post_id":"ktg3qz","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why isn't home euthanasia a thing? To those in the know, a curiosity question: I have a cat with a large tumor that will soon need to be put down. It is my first time through this and it is heartbreaking. Even more, so because I have to make a long journey to, a clinic, and then back. It made me wonder why, in this modern age, there was no option to do it myself. All the more curious because, I raise chickens (for meat and eggs), and in the past have raised pigs and cattle. It is confusing that I am allowed to humanely process my own meat, but there isn't an option for me to humanely say goodbye to a loving pet. In my state, we can even humanely provide suicide to a loved human who is near death. I AM NOT asking how to do it. Nor do I suggest everyone should do it. I am simply wondering why we haven't evolved to offering this choice? Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gilxq3w","c_root_id_B":"gilzsuh","created_at_utc_A":1610156052,"created_at_utc_B":1610157133,"score_A":13,"score_B":131,"human_ref_A":"In my area we have two professional services, and some clinics I've worked at in the past, the veterinarian will make a house call for the occasional client. I would reach out to you vet to see if they are able to do this, or if they have any knowledge of ones that do it in your area. I'm so sorry to hear about your kitty. I hope you can find peace and comfort for you and for her.","human_ref_B":"As others have said, there are veterinarians who perform house calls for euthanasia. This may be difficult to arrange at the moment due to COVID. To answer your question about why euthanasias are only done by veterinarians in this case, it has to do with our current standards of practice for companion animal medicine (pets rather than farm animals or wildlife). The AVMA, which is the national regulatory veterinary body, puts forth specific guidelines for euthanasia to be performed ethically and humanely. The focus for us as vets is to minimize any pain or suffering felt by the animal during the procedure. Most vets in the states use an overdose of an anesthetic drug to achieve this. These drugs are strictly controlled by the DEA and thus cannot be dispensed out for use by a client as such. I\u2019m sorry that you\u2019re going through the loss of a fur baby. Cancer sucks \ud83d\ude22. Wishing you the best. Edit: spelling","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1081.0,"score_ratio":10.0769230769} {"post_id":"das10j","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Our 16yo kitty went missing and we found her under our house..two weeks later. We\u2019re devastated. The odor alerted us to rip out the deck in search for closure. I\u2019d like to retrieve her body and hope my vet could still cremate her. Is that something they would even do and how can we prepare her body?","c_root_id_A":"f1w5ycx","c_root_id_B":"f1x2qi8","created_at_utc_A":1569780685,"created_at_utc_B":1569792893,"score_A":29,"score_B":69,"human_ref_A":"Cremation is definitely still possible. I would recommend wrapping the body in a small towel and placing it in a double plastic bag (trash bags, sadly, are fine). This will help reduce the odor and help maintain hygiene. I am sorry for your loss.","human_ref_B":"She probably went looking for a quiet place to die. Animals do that, don\u2019t feel like you were at fault here. Sorry for your loss.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12208.0,"score_ratio":2.3793103448} {"post_id":"das10j","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Our 16yo kitty went missing and we found her under our house..two weeks later. We\u2019re devastated. The odor alerted us to rip out the deck in search for closure. I\u2019d like to retrieve her body and hope my vet could still cremate her. Is that something they would even do and how can we prepare her body?","c_root_id_A":"f1xxlpf","c_root_id_B":"f1xxl2f","created_at_utc_A":1569805603,"created_at_utc_B":1569805593,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I second what someone else said ^ she probably was looking for a final resting place. Cats often do this. I don\u2019t believe she got stuck or anything like that. No fault of your own.","human_ref_B":"I'm sorry about your Kitty. I suggest to ask your Vet if the cremation service will pick up the remains directly from your home. I'm in the Houston, Texas area. There's a pet cremation service that makes house calls to help.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"g49e6k","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Helping cats recover from a traumatic event last night. Hello, last night one of my cats got their paw stuck in a helium birthday balloon, panicked and dashed around the house in a complete panic. This happened about 3am in the morning making me almost poop myself from the sound and scaryness. I had to chase him down, secure him and cut the balloon loose as it was tight on his paw. Two days later he is still in panic mode, he won\u2019t leave his hidey-holes and won\u2019t socialise anymore both with me and his fuzzy brother who also panicked, but recovered the morning after the event. I want to tell him everything is safe, but he won\u2019t eat, sleep or leave his hiding spots anymore. Does he need more time? Should I try to involve his brother that\u2019s 100% ok after the event? I have tried everything I can think of but now he has become the drama king of extreme. He is a cat. Orange. Syberian forest cats. Highly energetic. He is rather stupid and normally eats a lot of food before he becomes the super speed monster. But not now after balloon attack.","c_root_id_A":"fny2dkc","c_root_id_B":"fnwwuiu","created_at_utc_A":1587351731,"created_at_utc_B":1587327016,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Try wrapping him snuggly in a thick towel; holding him til he\u2019s calm and speaking softly. Walk him around the house. Do this often","human_ref_B":"Was it yesterday or was it two days ago?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24715.0,"score_ratio":2.4} {"post_id":"yezhs1","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"ET tube size for a polar bear I have no idea how this got this far, but my wife (beautiful as she is) is going down the rabbit hole about what size endotracheal tube you would use to intubate a polar bear after seeing some pictures on fb. This sent me down the rabbit hole after her and we can't find anything. Any help is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"iu1fu1e","c_root_id_B":"iu1zn9q","created_at_utc_A":1666904523,"created_at_utc_B":1666913224,"score_A":117,"score_B":130,"human_ref_A":"According to 'Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia' (2nd edition): \"We typically carry size 8\u201314 tubes (internal diameter in millimeters) for black bears and 8\u201318 tubes for brown bears\". Here is a report describing endodontic therapy of a canine tooth in a polar bear. They used a 16 mm tube.","human_ref_B":"THESE are the type of questions we should be receiving in this subreddit!!! Everything else gets the \"Please go to your nearest veterinarian\" answer.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8701.0,"score_ratio":1.1111111111} {"post_id":"yezhs1","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"ET tube size for a polar bear I have no idea how this got this far, but my wife (beautiful as she is) is going down the rabbit hole about what size endotracheal tube you would use to intubate a polar bear after seeing some pictures on fb. This sent me down the rabbit hole after her and we can't find anything. Any help is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"iu3vqxi","c_root_id_B":"iu3fvtb","created_at_utc_A":1666955300,"created_at_utc_B":1666942249,"score_A":68,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"This is not something you want to do at home, take him to a vet asap","human_ref_B":"I'll forward this to my adopta-dad. He taught veterinary anesthesiology at Penn State for years. He'd probably know.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13051.0,"score_ratio":4.25} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frvb2qw","c_root_id_B":"frvdzew","created_at_utc_A":1590500366,"created_at_utc_B":1590502035,"score_A":20,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"No one expects you to get everything perfect. Of course you will have a training period, but the real training extends beyond that. You will be learning the necessities of your job for at least six months or more. Be open and honest with the other staff and your doctor(s) if you don't know how to do something or if you don't know what something is that they ask you about. When you're dealing with living animals it's all about safety first, so listen extra hard when they're teaching you about safety. Safety and holdling is honestly 75% of the job","human_ref_B":"Have a notebook, use it for what you need to do, writing how to do things, cool cases etc. Have spare pens (vets are always stealing them off nurses over here :p ) make sure you take breaks and eat\/ drink. Asking how you can help is not going to cause problems unless you're doing it constantly. Other general workplace etiquette like don't use your phone etc","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1669.0,"score_ratio":1.9} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frve1d2","c_root_id_B":"frvh9fb","created_at_utc_A":1590502065,"created_at_utc_B":1590503805,"score_A":6,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"You might want to join \/r\/VetTech\/ Good luck!","human_ref_B":"Bring a small notebook with you. Jot down notes and little quick steps everyone lets you know. Take your time and observe how things work.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1740.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frve2gw","c_root_id_B":"frvh9fb","created_at_utc_A":1590502082,"created_at_utc_B":1590503805,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Check out r\/veterinaryprofession if you haven\u2019t already, they might be able to give you more advice. Good luck, I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll do great!","human_ref_B":"Bring a small notebook with you. Jot down notes and little quick steps everyone lets you know. Take your time and observe how things work.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1723.0,"score_ratio":2.5} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frvh9fb","c_root_id_B":"frveud7","created_at_utc_A":1590503805,"created_at_utc_B":1590502515,"score_A":10,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Bring a small notebook with you. Jot down notes and little quick steps everyone lets you know. Take your time and observe how things work.","human_ref_B":"Just do the best you can. Everyone you work with has been exactly where you are now so they should understand. I think the biggest thing to keep in mind is that some days you are going to want to run away crying and some days you are going to love your job more than anything and feeling both is normal you will do just fine! Have fun and congrats!!!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1290.0,"score_ratio":2.5} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frvpy6q","c_root_id_B":"frve2gw","created_at_utc_A":1590508265,"created_at_utc_B":1590502082,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If you have learning problems let them know. Take short notes be eager and professional. Spend more time listening and watching and learning than talking about what you know","human_ref_B":"Check out r\/veterinaryprofession if you haven\u2019t already, they might be able to give you more advice. Good luck, I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll do great!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6183.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frveud7","c_root_id_B":"frvpy6q","created_at_utc_A":1590502515,"created_at_utc_B":1590508265,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Just do the best you can. Everyone you work with has been exactly where you are now so they should understand. I think the biggest thing to keep in mind is that some days you are going to want to run away crying and some days you are going to love your job more than anything and feeling both is normal you will do just fine! Have fun and congrats!!!","human_ref_B":"If you have learning problems let them know. Take short notes be eager and professional. Spend more time listening and watching and learning than talking about what you know","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5750.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frw5r7s","c_root_id_B":"frvwgqr","created_at_utc_A":1590515819,"created_at_utc_B":1590511432,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I love when a new tech\/assistant takes the initiative to ask \"can I help?\" or \"mind if I watch how you do this?\" On the flipside it's frustrating to see any new employee standing still, doing nothing. We totally get that you're overwhelmed and don't know how to do things yet, but take some initiative and be proactive. There is always something to do or learn.","human_ref_B":"Remember you're a valuable part of the team. Less specialized skill doesn't mean 'less than.' without assistants, techs can't do their specialized tasks, and without techs doing those tasks, vets can't optimally do theirs. Even cleaning and laundry is super important for the health of the pets and smooth running of a hospital. So, not a first day thing, but if you like the job and see yourself staying in vet med for a while, Sophia Yinns Low Stress Handling and Restraint boom is an AMAZING tool that will dramatically increase your value\/skill at animal restraint for veterinary purposes. (It's more than brute Force, and the best holders can balance monitoring the emotional state of animal and physical technique). It's a bit pricey though, so I only recommend investing if yours going to be around a bit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4387.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frw4zu3","c_root_id_B":"frvwgqr","created_at_utc_A":1590515465,"created_at_utc_B":1590511432,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"ASK QUESTIONS AND FOR HELP!! My work has needed to hire a couple assistants and I tell them all the same thing during working interview: ASK QUESTIONS. No question is stupid. None. I promise. I am constantly double checking with the doctor to make sure I am going to be administering a medication the correct route or getting a second pair of eyes to double check the dosage I drew up is correct with the doctor. Your knowledge will come with time, but it should never be a problem to double check with someone on something you may be unsure about. It is ALWAYS better to ask and double check than to assume and get complacent, that is how accidents happen and animals get hurt. No one expects you to know everything nor remember everything, especially if you're just starting. There is so much information to learn and clinics do things differently and doctors prefer certain things. Keep a notebook like others have said and have an open mind and you'll do great.","human_ref_B":"Remember you're a valuable part of the team. Less specialized skill doesn't mean 'less than.' without assistants, techs can't do their specialized tasks, and without techs doing those tasks, vets can't optimally do theirs. Even cleaning and laundry is super important for the health of the pets and smooth running of a hospital. So, not a first day thing, but if you like the job and see yourself staying in vet med for a while, Sophia Yinns Low Stress Handling and Restraint boom is an AMAZING tool that will dramatically increase your value\/skill at animal restraint for veterinary purposes. (It's more than brute Force, and the best holders can balance monitoring the emotional state of animal and physical technique). It's a bit pricey though, so I only recommend investing if yours going to be around a bit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4033.0,"score_ratio":1.25} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frve2gw","c_root_id_B":"frw5r7s","created_at_utc_A":1590502082,"created_at_utc_B":1590515819,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Check out r\/veterinaryprofession if you haven\u2019t already, they might be able to give you more advice. Good luck, I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll do great!","human_ref_B":"I love when a new tech\/assistant takes the initiative to ask \"can I help?\" or \"mind if I watch how you do this?\" On the flipside it's frustrating to see any new employee standing still, doing nothing. We totally get that you're overwhelmed and don't know how to do things yet, but take some initiative and be proactive. There is always something to do or learn.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13737.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frw5r7s","c_root_id_B":"frveud7","created_at_utc_A":1590515819,"created_at_utc_B":1590502515,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I love when a new tech\/assistant takes the initiative to ask \"can I help?\" or \"mind if I watch how you do this?\" On the flipside it's frustrating to see any new employee standing still, doing nothing. We totally get that you're overwhelmed and don't know how to do things yet, but take some initiative and be proactive. There is always something to do or learn.","human_ref_B":"Just do the best you can. Everyone you work with has been exactly where you are now so they should understand. I think the biggest thing to keep in mind is that some days you are going to want to run away crying and some days you are going to love your job more than anything and feeling both is normal you will do just fine! Have fun and congrats!!!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13304.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frw4zu3","c_root_id_B":"frw5r7s","created_at_utc_A":1590515465,"created_at_utc_B":1590515819,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"ASK QUESTIONS AND FOR HELP!! My work has needed to hire a couple assistants and I tell them all the same thing during working interview: ASK QUESTIONS. No question is stupid. None. I promise. I am constantly double checking with the doctor to make sure I am going to be administering a medication the correct route or getting a second pair of eyes to double check the dosage I drew up is correct with the doctor. Your knowledge will come with time, but it should never be a problem to double check with someone on something you may be unsure about. It is ALWAYS better to ask and double check than to assume and get complacent, that is how accidents happen and animals get hurt. No one expects you to know everything nor remember everything, especially if you're just starting. There is so much information to learn and clinics do things differently and doctors prefer certain things. Keep a notebook like others have said and have an open mind and you'll do great.","human_ref_B":"I love when a new tech\/assistant takes the initiative to ask \"can I help?\" or \"mind if I watch how you do this?\" On the flipside it's frustrating to see any new employee standing still, doing nothing. We totally get that you're overwhelmed and don't know how to do things yet, but take some initiative and be proactive. There is always something to do or learn.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":354.0,"score_ratio":1.2} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frve2gw","c_root_id_B":"frw4zu3","created_at_utc_A":1590502082,"created_at_utc_B":1590515465,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Check out r\/veterinaryprofession if you haven\u2019t already, they might be able to give you more advice. Good luck, I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll do great!","human_ref_B":"ASK QUESTIONS AND FOR HELP!! My work has needed to hire a couple assistants and I tell them all the same thing during working interview: ASK QUESTIONS. No question is stupid. None. I promise. I am constantly double checking with the doctor to make sure I am going to be administering a medication the correct route or getting a second pair of eyes to double check the dosage I drew up is correct with the doctor. Your knowledge will come with time, but it should never be a problem to double check with someone on something you may be unsure about. It is ALWAYS better to ask and double check than to assume and get complacent, that is how accidents happen and animals get hurt. No one expects you to know everything nor remember everything, especially if you're just starting. There is so much information to learn and clinics do things differently and doctors prefer certain things. Keep a notebook like others have said and have an open mind and you'll do great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13383.0,"score_ratio":1.25} {"post_id":"gqw5li","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Starting my first day as a vet assistant So today will be my first day being a vet assistant and I\u2019m a little overwhelmed at how much there is to do. I\u2019m a slower learner and I don\u2019t want to seem as if I\u2019m taking too long to learn the routine. I\u2019m just starting training today. Is there any advice anybody could give me?","c_root_id_A":"frveud7","c_root_id_B":"frw4zu3","created_at_utc_A":1590502515,"created_at_utc_B":1590515465,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Just do the best you can. Everyone you work with has been exactly where you are now so they should understand. I think the biggest thing to keep in mind is that some days you are going to want to run away crying and some days you are going to love your job more than anything and feeling both is normal you will do just fine! Have fun and congrats!!!","human_ref_B":"ASK QUESTIONS AND FOR HELP!! My work has needed to hire a couple assistants and I tell them all the same thing during working interview: ASK QUESTIONS. No question is stupid. None. I promise. I am constantly double checking with the doctor to make sure I am going to be administering a medication the correct route or getting a second pair of eyes to double check the dosage I drew up is correct with the doctor. Your knowledge will come with time, but it should never be a problem to double check with someone on something you may be unsure about. It is ALWAYS better to ask and double check than to assume and get complacent, that is how accidents happen and animals get hurt. No one expects you to know everything nor remember everything, especially if you're just starting. There is so much information to learn and clinics do things differently and doctors prefer certain things. Keep a notebook like others have said and have an open mind and you'll do great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12950.0,"score_ratio":1.25} {"post_id":"c7n3ra","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"16 brands of dog food linked to heart disease - my dog eats one of them Just heard on the news that the FDA has linked 16 brands of dog food to heart disease in dogs. One of those brands is Blue Buffalo, which my 9 year old Cairn Terrier has been eating his whole life. Currently he is very healthy (just had a vet check about a month ago) but I don\u2019t want anything to develop! Should we switch his food? How do you go about switching food for a senior dog who has been eating the same type of food his whole life? And what type of dog food is recommended?","c_root_id_A":"esgcymi","c_root_id_B":"esgcjal","created_at_utc_A":1561949465,"created_at_utc_B":1561949124,"score_A":32,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"There was a thread on this topic the other day in this sub, it was recommended to change brands.","human_ref_B":"Do you have a link to the foods affected ?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":341.0,"score_ratio":2.4615384615} {"post_id":"c7n3ra","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"16 brands of dog food linked to heart disease - my dog eats one of them Just heard on the news that the FDA has linked 16 brands of dog food to heart disease in dogs. One of those brands is Blue Buffalo, which my 9 year old Cairn Terrier has been eating his whole life. Currently he is very healthy (just had a vet check about a month ago) but I don\u2019t want anything to develop! Should we switch his food? How do you go about switching food for a senior dog who has been eating the same type of food his whole life? And what type of dog food is recommended?","c_root_id_A":"esgcgp6","c_root_id_B":"esgcymi","created_at_utc_A":1561949068,"created_at_utc_B":1561949465,"score_A":3,"score_B":32,"human_ref_A":"Greetings, all! This is a sub for professional veterinary advice, and as such we follow strict rules for participating. OP, your post **has NOT** been removed. This is an *automated* general reminder to **please follow The Sub Rules** when discussing this question: - **Do not comment with anecdotes** about your own or others' pets. - **Do not give OP specific treatment instructions,** including instructions on meds and dosages. - **Do not give possible diagnoses** that could explain the symptoms described by OP. **Your comment will be removed, and you may be banned.** Thank you for your cooperation! *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](\/message\/compose\/?to=\/r\/AskVet) if you have any questions or concerns.*","human_ref_B":"There was a thread on this topic the other day in this sub, it was recommended to change brands.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":397.0,"score_ratio":10.6666666667} {"post_id":"c7n3ra","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"16 brands of dog food linked to heart disease - my dog eats one of them Just heard on the news that the FDA has linked 16 brands of dog food to heart disease in dogs. One of those brands is Blue Buffalo, which my 9 year old Cairn Terrier has been eating his whole life. Currently he is very healthy (just had a vet check about a month ago) but I don\u2019t want anything to develop! Should we switch his food? How do you go about switching food for a senior dog who has been eating the same type of food his whole life? And what type of dog food is recommended?","c_root_id_A":"esgcjal","c_root_id_B":"esgjb2s","created_at_utc_A":1561949124,"created_at_utc_B":1561954740,"score_A":13,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Do you have a link to the foods affected ?","human_ref_B":"I haven\u2019t seen it answered yet, but I\u2019m commenting so I can come back when there\u2019s an answer to recommended brands to switch to.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5616.0,"score_ratio":1.2307692308} {"post_id":"c7n3ra","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"16 brands of dog food linked to heart disease - my dog eats one of them Just heard on the news that the FDA has linked 16 brands of dog food to heart disease in dogs. One of those brands is Blue Buffalo, which my 9 year old Cairn Terrier has been eating his whole life. Currently he is very healthy (just had a vet check about a month ago) but I don\u2019t want anything to develop! Should we switch his food? How do you go about switching food for a senior dog who has been eating the same type of food his whole life? And what type of dog food is recommended?","c_root_id_A":"esgjb2s","c_root_id_B":"esgcgp6","created_at_utc_A":1561954740,"created_at_utc_B":1561949068,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I haven\u2019t seen it answered yet, but I\u2019m commenting so I can come back when there\u2019s an answer to recommended brands to switch to.","human_ref_B":"Greetings, all! This is a sub for professional veterinary advice, and as such we follow strict rules for participating. OP, your post **has NOT** been removed. This is an *automated* general reminder to **please follow The Sub Rules** when discussing this question: - **Do not comment with anecdotes** about your own or others' pets. - **Do not give OP specific treatment instructions,** including instructions on meds and dosages. - **Do not give possible diagnoses** that could explain the symptoms described by OP. **Your comment will be removed, and you may be banned.** Thank you for your cooperation! *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](\/message\/compose\/?to=\/r\/AskVet) if you have any questions or concerns.*","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5672.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333} {"post_id":"c7n3ra","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"16 brands of dog food linked to heart disease - my dog eats one of them Just heard on the news that the FDA has linked 16 brands of dog food to heart disease in dogs. One of those brands is Blue Buffalo, which my 9 year old Cairn Terrier has been eating his whole life. Currently he is very healthy (just had a vet check about a month ago) but I don\u2019t want anything to develop! Should we switch his food? How do you go about switching food for a senior dog who has been eating the same type of food his whole life? And what type of dog food is recommended?","c_root_id_A":"esgcjal","c_root_id_B":"esgcgp6","created_at_utc_A":1561949124,"created_at_utc_B":1561949068,"score_A":13,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Do you have a link to the foods affected ?","human_ref_B":"Greetings, all! This is a sub for professional veterinary advice, and as such we follow strict rules for participating. OP, your post **has NOT** been removed. This is an *automated* general reminder to **please follow The Sub Rules** when discussing this question: - **Do not comment with anecdotes** about your own or others' pets. - **Do not give OP specific treatment instructions,** including instructions on meds and dosages. - **Do not give possible diagnoses** that could explain the symptoms described by OP. **Your comment will be removed, and you may be banned.** Thank you for your cooperation! *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](\/message\/compose\/?to=\/r\/AskVet) if you have any questions or concerns.*","labels":1,"seconds_difference":56.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333} {"post_id":"c7n3ra","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"16 brands of dog food linked to heart disease - my dog eats one of them Just heard on the news that the FDA has linked 16 brands of dog food to heart disease in dogs. One of those brands is Blue Buffalo, which my 9 year old Cairn Terrier has been eating his whole life. Currently he is very healthy (just had a vet check about a month ago) but I don\u2019t want anything to develop! Should we switch his food? How do you go about switching food for a senior dog who has been eating the same type of food his whole life? And what type of dog food is recommended?","c_root_id_A":"esgcgp6","c_root_id_B":"eshgwkc","created_at_utc_A":1561949068,"created_at_utc_B":1561992617,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Greetings, all! This is a sub for professional veterinary advice, and as such we follow strict rules for participating. OP, your post **has NOT** been removed. This is an *automated* general reminder to **please follow The Sub Rules** when discussing this question: - **Do not comment with anecdotes** about your own or others' pets. - **Do not give OP specific treatment instructions,** including instructions on meds and dosages. - **Do not give possible diagnoses** that could explain the symptoms described by OP. **Your comment will be removed, and you may be banned.** Thank you for your cooperation! *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](\/message\/compose\/?to=\/r\/AskVet) if you have any questions or concerns.*","human_ref_B":"Should I slowly change it by going 25\/75 - 50\/50 - 75\/25 so it\u2019s easy on his stomach. Or treat it like poison and throw it all out. He\u2019s on Canidae which isn\u2019t on the list but this particular flavor is the 7 red meat blend and those questionable ingredients are #8-10","labels":0,"seconds_difference":43549.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333} {"post_id":"c7n3ra","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"16 brands of dog food linked to heart disease - my dog eats one of them Just heard on the news that the FDA has linked 16 brands of dog food to heart disease in dogs. One of those brands is Blue Buffalo, which my 9 year old Cairn Terrier has been eating his whole life. Currently he is very healthy (just had a vet check about a month ago) but I don\u2019t want anything to develop! Should we switch his food? How do you go about switching food for a senior dog who has been eating the same type of food his whole life? And what type of dog food is recommended?","c_root_id_A":"esh6x9t","c_root_id_B":"eshgwkc","created_at_utc_A":1561984549,"created_at_utc_B":1561992617,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes switch, did you vet take an X-ray if your pets heart or an ultrasound of the heart? Probably not there for we are not sure what the status is of your pets heart other than it\u2019s beating at a normal rate.","human_ref_B":"Should I slowly change it by going 25\/75 - 50\/50 - 75\/25 so it\u2019s easy on his stomach. Or treat it like poison and throw it all out. He\u2019s on Canidae which isn\u2019t on the list but this particular flavor is the 7 red meat blend and those questionable ingredients are #8-10","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8068.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333} {"post_id":"c6yxw2","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"FDA Investigation into Potential Link between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy Someone sent me this study and it has me a little worried. I\u2019ve fed my golden retriever Taste of the Wild dog food for three years. Vets: how legitimate does this sound to you? It sounds really scary to me but I\u2019m sure studies like this one come out all the time. Any recommendations or advice would be great.","c_root_id_A":"esc6h6p","c_root_id_B":"esckf94","created_at_utc_A":1561822165,"created_at_utc_B":1561831670,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I don\u2019t think I fully understand why \u201cgrain free\u201d is the problem. The article didn\u2019t do a great job at explaining WHY this is a problem. Can someone explain why using sources like potatoes\/lentils etc is concerning? I saw that the article mentioned taurine, but that\u2019s an amino acid so the protein source in food should cover that? Is there something in wheat\/corn that potatoes\/lentils are missing? Or is there something in potatoes\/lentils that is harmful?","human_ref_B":"Not a vet... I talked to a vet tech before I got my golden puppy and she told me about this issue. She highly recommended Purina pro plan or Royal Canin. We\u2019ve been feeding our 7 month old golden the royal canin puppy since we brought her home.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9505.0,"score_ratio":2.25} {"post_id":"c6yxw2","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"FDA Investigation into Potential Link between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy Someone sent me this study and it has me a little worried. I\u2019ve fed my golden retriever Taste of the Wild dog food for three years. Vets: how legitimate does this sound to you? It sounds really scary to me but I\u2019m sure studies like this one come out all the time. Any recommendations or advice would be great.","c_root_id_A":"esckf94","c_root_id_B":"esccbm1","created_at_utc_A":1561831670,"created_at_utc_B":1561826178,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet... I talked to a vet tech before I got my golden puppy and she told me about this issue. She highly recommended Purina pro plan or Royal Canin. We\u2019ve been feeding our 7 month old golden the royal canin puppy since we brought her home.","human_ref_B":"I currently feed my doggo Acana Pacifica, as he was having gastrointestinal issues and switching to a fish protein only kibble helped him. Now I'm worried... Vets do you have recommendations for kibble that has no other meat protien added to it and also would not be grain free and increase the risk for this? I am struggling to find anything. Everything has chicken meal in it too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5492.0,"score_ratio":4.5} {"post_id":"c6yxw2","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"FDA Investigation into Potential Link between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy Someone sent me this study and it has me a little worried. I\u2019ve fed my golden retriever Taste of the Wild dog food for three years. Vets: how legitimate does this sound to you? It sounds really scary to me but I\u2019m sure studies like this one come out all the time. Any recommendations or advice would be great.","c_root_id_A":"esce7x2","c_root_id_B":"esckf94","created_at_utc_A":1561827469,"created_at_utc_B":1561831670,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I've been feeding my dog Nutro Ultra recently. I know Nutro was mentioned in the study but was wondering if the ultra brand would be okay.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet... I talked to a vet tech before I got my golden puppy and she told me about this issue. She highly recommended Purina pro plan or Royal Canin. We\u2019ve been feeding our 7 month old golden the royal canin puppy since we brought her home.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4201.0,"score_ratio":4.5} {"post_id":"c6yxw2","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"FDA Investigation into Potential Link between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy Someone sent me this study and it has me a little worried. I\u2019ve fed my golden retriever Taste of the Wild dog food for three years. Vets: how legitimate does this sound to you? It sounds really scary to me but I\u2019m sure studies like this one come out all the time. Any recommendations or advice would be great.","c_root_id_A":"esccbm1","c_root_id_B":"escudz8","created_at_utc_A":1561826178,"created_at_utc_B":1561839141,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I currently feed my doggo Acana Pacifica, as he was having gastrointestinal issues and switching to a fish protein only kibble helped him. Now I'm worried... Vets do you have recommendations for kibble that has no other meat protien added to it and also would not be grain free and increase the risk for this? I am struggling to find anything. Everything has chicken meal in it too.","human_ref_B":"I know this study is targeted on dogs, but I was wondering if there are any feline based studies on this? I know dogs aren\u2019t obligate carnivores like cats are, and I generally feed my feline friends Purina Pro Plan, but grain free foods are becoming more popular where I live for cats. I even saw grain free kangaroo meat food at one fancy pet store.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12963.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"c6yxw2","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"FDA Investigation into Potential Link between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy Someone sent me this study and it has me a little worried. I\u2019ve fed my golden retriever Taste of the Wild dog food for three years. Vets: how legitimate does this sound to you? It sounds really scary to me but I\u2019m sure studies like this one come out all the time. Any recommendations or advice would be great.","c_root_id_A":"esce7x2","c_root_id_B":"escudz8","created_at_utc_A":1561827469,"created_at_utc_B":1561839141,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I've been feeding my dog Nutro Ultra recently. I know Nutro was mentioned in the study but was wondering if the ultra brand would be okay.","human_ref_B":"I know this study is targeted on dogs, but I was wondering if there are any feline based studies on this? I know dogs aren\u2019t obligate carnivores like cats are, and I generally feed my feline friends Purina Pro Plan, but grain free foods are becoming more popular where I live for cats. I even saw grain free kangaroo meat food at one fancy pet store.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11672.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"s91j02","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"The vet said my dog is going to die tonight. Just a little back story, I rescued my Male pit bull from animal services 6 years ago when he was approximately 3 years old. He was found on the street positive with heart worms, he was treated after I adopted him and made a full recovery from that. About 5 months ago He developed a fatty ball on his belly button just above his penis. Probably the size of half an orange fruit. Very squishy and he didn\u2019t seem to be bothered when I touch it . 2 days ago he started acting a little weird as in not eating as much when typically he finishes his whole bowl. Yesterday he through up what looked like, brown almost digested food. On our walk this afternoon I noticed he was bloated and then I checked his belly and the fatty bump was gone. There was probably a little tiny bit of fatty lump the size of a dime that was left. He wasn\u2019t acting normal either. Decided to take him directly to the vet. Finally they call me in to the room to be seen after waiting an hour. The vet came in and saw my dog laying on the floor and the first thing he said was how he could tell immediately my dog is very sick. Vet checked his mouth, very pale. Vet Explained his blood is not traveling. Vet checked poop, looks fine. I did tell the vet about the lump. After one abdominal X-ray the vet immediately knew something was wrong. Took me back to explain the Xray. There\u2019s a mas and fluid pushing his organs. The vet thinks it\u2019s terminal cancer. Vet said it could be liver, not really sure. This vet is very blunt and has been around for a very long time. Vet was explaining that we would need to find out what\u2019s killing him. Recommended a ultra sound but also stated we wouldn\u2019t really know unless they went in with surgery. I also want to mention after the vet checked his blood he seemed like he was blown away at how normal it was. The vet had mentioned anemia killing him but once he looked at the blood he dropped that possible diagnoses. This vet visit was pretty much all over the place and very emotional for me. Ending diagnosis was a mas in his abdomen bleeding and fluid in his abdomen. DR left me with a choice to put my dog down which he recommended or to take My dog home and he will die at home tonight. And the vet mentioned my dog will slip into a coma state. I asked the vet if he was in pain, he said no. decided to take my dog home. The doctor didn\u2019t want to give him medication or even stick a needle to drain anything as he didn\u2019t want to worsen the situation. Also before we left the vet did ask if he got into any toxic things or medication as it causes things like this. My dog isn\u2019t really known to eat anything that isn\u2019t food. He\u2019s very well behaved. I thought about this whole experience alot and it seems like what it\u2019s coming down to is $$ to be able to diagnose properly. So I called around to get an ultrasound but since it\u2019s night time no one is available even at emergency clinics. The plan is to keep him alive through the night so we can atleast do an ultra sound to hopefully get a Diagnosis in the morning. When we got home I cooked up 2 eggs for my dog and he ate them with no hesitation and also drank a good amount. Despite him seeming weak and wanting to lay down he raises his head and gave kisses to my nephew who came over to see him. This dog is loved by many and I do not want to give up on him easy just because he is a dog. I looked at my mom and told her putting him down wouldn\u2019t be an option if this was a human child . We\u2019ve been through so much together and I can tell he is trying his hardest to hold on. It just sucks that I feel like money is meaning life or death for him. I need some input on this situation. Not looking for a diagnosis either. I feel like I am not just being optimistic, I truly feel like there is hope. It doesn\u2019t make sense. My dog was in good health before these last 2 days. Out of no where he just started deteriorating today. Edit* my dog was neutered when I adopted him","c_root_id_A":"htk52k0","c_root_id_B":"htk8neb","created_at_utc_A":1642740558,"created_at_utc_B":1642742436,"score_A":46,"score_B":56,"human_ref_A":"So it is not buried under the automod comment - OP posted a link to x-ray: https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/user\/Zealousideal\\_Tap\\_754\/comments\/s91oyr\/xray\/?utm\\_source=share&utm\\_medium=ios\\_app&utm\\_name=iossmf","human_ref_B":"After seeing that x-ray, I can definitely see why your veterinarian was concerned. I would say listen to your veterinarian, as they will know best even though it may not be the answer you want to hear. But if you want a second opinion, you can always try a different vet if there's one available.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1878.0,"score_ratio":1.2173913043} {"post_id":"s91j02","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"The vet said my dog is going to die tonight. Just a little back story, I rescued my Male pit bull from animal services 6 years ago when he was approximately 3 years old. He was found on the street positive with heart worms, he was treated after I adopted him and made a full recovery from that. About 5 months ago He developed a fatty ball on his belly button just above his penis. Probably the size of half an orange fruit. Very squishy and he didn\u2019t seem to be bothered when I touch it . 2 days ago he started acting a little weird as in not eating as much when typically he finishes his whole bowl. Yesterday he through up what looked like, brown almost digested food. On our walk this afternoon I noticed he was bloated and then I checked his belly and the fatty bump was gone. There was probably a little tiny bit of fatty lump the size of a dime that was left. He wasn\u2019t acting normal either. Decided to take him directly to the vet. Finally they call me in to the room to be seen after waiting an hour. The vet came in and saw my dog laying on the floor and the first thing he said was how he could tell immediately my dog is very sick. Vet checked his mouth, very pale. Vet Explained his blood is not traveling. Vet checked poop, looks fine. I did tell the vet about the lump. After one abdominal X-ray the vet immediately knew something was wrong. Took me back to explain the Xray. There\u2019s a mas and fluid pushing his organs. The vet thinks it\u2019s terminal cancer. Vet said it could be liver, not really sure. This vet is very blunt and has been around for a very long time. Vet was explaining that we would need to find out what\u2019s killing him. Recommended a ultra sound but also stated we wouldn\u2019t really know unless they went in with surgery. I also want to mention after the vet checked his blood he seemed like he was blown away at how normal it was. The vet had mentioned anemia killing him but once he looked at the blood he dropped that possible diagnoses. This vet visit was pretty much all over the place and very emotional for me. Ending diagnosis was a mas in his abdomen bleeding and fluid in his abdomen. DR left me with a choice to put my dog down which he recommended or to take My dog home and he will die at home tonight. And the vet mentioned my dog will slip into a coma state. I asked the vet if he was in pain, he said no. decided to take my dog home. The doctor didn\u2019t want to give him medication or even stick a needle to drain anything as he didn\u2019t want to worsen the situation. Also before we left the vet did ask if he got into any toxic things or medication as it causes things like this. My dog isn\u2019t really known to eat anything that isn\u2019t food. He\u2019s very well behaved. I thought about this whole experience alot and it seems like what it\u2019s coming down to is $$ to be able to diagnose properly. So I called around to get an ultrasound but since it\u2019s night time no one is available even at emergency clinics. The plan is to keep him alive through the night so we can atleast do an ultra sound to hopefully get a Diagnosis in the morning. When we got home I cooked up 2 eggs for my dog and he ate them with no hesitation and also drank a good amount. Despite him seeming weak and wanting to lay down he raises his head and gave kisses to my nephew who came over to see him. This dog is loved by many and I do not want to give up on him easy just because he is a dog. I looked at my mom and told her putting him down wouldn\u2019t be an option if this was a human child . We\u2019ve been through so much together and I can tell he is trying his hardest to hold on. It just sucks that I feel like money is meaning life or death for him. I need some input on this situation. Not looking for a diagnosis either. I feel like I am not just being optimistic, I truly feel like there is hope. It doesn\u2019t make sense. My dog was in good health before these last 2 days. Out of no where he just started deteriorating today. Edit* my dog was neutered when I adopted him","c_root_id_A":"htka3i2","c_root_id_B":"htlq81f","created_at_utc_A":1642743221,"created_at_utc_B":1642776343,"score_A":16,"score_B":37,"human_ref_A":"You can always take your dog to the emergency room and they would potentially recommend hospitalization of he's not eating\/really lethargic, but those radiogrpahs are VERY concerning for an abdominal mass effect, loss of serial detail that may indicate fluid in the abdomen. An ultrasound would ideally be needed before a surgical exploratory surgery but sometimes an explore can occur without the ultrasound. Im so sorry you're going through this. I know this is scary and your stress levels are probably through the roof, but if you can't take your dog to an ER now, then go in the morning ASAP.","human_ref_B":"I will not comment on diagnosis, but please know, OP, that humane euthanasia is a kind and painless way to let your pet pass away. If the vet is recommending euthanasia, that is because they believe it is a viable option if further intensive care and\/or diagnostics are not able to be pursued for any reason. The euthanasia process is, for the one experiencing it, a gentle way to cross the rainbow bridge. If you have concerns about euthanasia, that is understandable, and feel free to ask here. Please know, however, the majority of veterinarians would advise that euthanasia is almost always a better option for a sick pet than passing unsupervised at home. I am not familiar with the intimate details of this case, as I have not personally examined him. Due to that, I am not saying either way what I think about euthanasia for your dog in this instance. I simply want to emphasize that your doctor wants the best for your pup and has offered a humane option. If it ever comes to that point in the future, you can be at ease knowing that you did your boy a kindness. And if that happens, you can visit r\/petloss for more support. Thank you for loving and taking care of your pittie boy. They simply are the best. I sincerely hope the best for all of you. ETA: u\/Zealousideal_Tap_754 I want to clarify on my above qualifier \"for any reason\". What that means is that there are other reasons than financial hardship for which that option is given. There are cases where even advanced care and diagnostics are unable to avoid the inevitable route of death or euthanasia.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33122.0,"score_ratio":2.3125} {"post_id":"s91j02","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"The vet said my dog is going to die tonight. Just a little back story, I rescued my Male pit bull from animal services 6 years ago when he was approximately 3 years old. He was found on the street positive with heart worms, he was treated after I adopted him and made a full recovery from that. About 5 months ago He developed a fatty ball on his belly button just above his penis. Probably the size of half an orange fruit. Very squishy and he didn\u2019t seem to be bothered when I touch it . 2 days ago he started acting a little weird as in not eating as much when typically he finishes his whole bowl. Yesterday he through up what looked like, brown almost digested food. On our walk this afternoon I noticed he was bloated and then I checked his belly and the fatty bump was gone. There was probably a little tiny bit of fatty lump the size of a dime that was left. He wasn\u2019t acting normal either. Decided to take him directly to the vet. Finally they call me in to the room to be seen after waiting an hour. The vet came in and saw my dog laying on the floor and the first thing he said was how he could tell immediately my dog is very sick. Vet checked his mouth, very pale. Vet Explained his blood is not traveling. Vet checked poop, looks fine. I did tell the vet about the lump. After one abdominal X-ray the vet immediately knew something was wrong. Took me back to explain the Xray. There\u2019s a mas and fluid pushing his organs. The vet thinks it\u2019s terminal cancer. Vet said it could be liver, not really sure. This vet is very blunt and has been around for a very long time. Vet was explaining that we would need to find out what\u2019s killing him. Recommended a ultra sound but also stated we wouldn\u2019t really know unless they went in with surgery. I also want to mention after the vet checked his blood he seemed like he was blown away at how normal it was. The vet had mentioned anemia killing him but once he looked at the blood he dropped that possible diagnoses. This vet visit was pretty much all over the place and very emotional for me. Ending diagnosis was a mas in his abdomen bleeding and fluid in his abdomen. DR left me with a choice to put my dog down which he recommended or to take My dog home and he will die at home tonight. And the vet mentioned my dog will slip into a coma state. I asked the vet if he was in pain, he said no. decided to take my dog home. The doctor didn\u2019t want to give him medication or even stick a needle to drain anything as he didn\u2019t want to worsen the situation. Also before we left the vet did ask if he got into any toxic things or medication as it causes things like this. My dog isn\u2019t really known to eat anything that isn\u2019t food. He\u2019s very well behaved. I thought about this whole experience alot and it seems like what it\u2019s coming down to is $$ to be able to diagnose properly. So I called around to get an ultrasound but since it\u2019s night time no one is available even at emergency clinics. The plan is to keep him alive through the night so we can atleast do an ultra sound to hopefully get a Diagnosis in the morning. When we got home I cooked up 2 eggs for my dog and he ate them with no hesitation and also drank a good amount. Despite him seeming weak and wanting to lay down he raises his head and gave kisses to my nephew who came over to see him. This dog is loved by many and I do not want to give up on him easy just because he is a dog. I looked at my mom and told her putting him down wouldn\u2019t be an option if this was a human child . We\u2019ve been through so much together and I can tell he is trying his hardest to hold on. It just sucks that I feel like money is meaning life or death for him. I need some input on this situation. Not looking for a diagnosis either. I feel like I am not just being optimistic, I truly feel like there is hope. It doesn\u2019t make sense. My dog was in good health before these last 2 days. Out of no where he just started deteriorating today. Edit* my dog was neutered when I adopted him","c_root_id_A":"htledcn","c_root_id_B":"htlq81f","created_at_utc_A":1642770951,"created_at_utc_B":1642776343,"score_A":11,"score_B":37,"human_ref_A":"When you first noticed the mass five months ago did you take him to the vet? If so what did they diagnose it as?","human_ref_B":"I will not comment on diagnosis, but please know, OP, that humane euthanasia is a kind and painless way to let your pet pass away. If the vet is recommending euthanasia, that is because they believe it is a viable option if further intensive care and\/or diagnostics are not able to be pursued for any reason. The euthanasia process is, for the one experiencing it, a gentle way to cross the rainbow bridge. If you have concerns about euthanasia, that is understandable, and feel free to ask here. Please know, however, the majority of veterinarians would advise that euthanasia is almost always a better option for a sick pet than passing unsupervised at home. I am not familiar with the intimate details of this case, as I have not personally examined him. Due to that, I am not saying either way what I think about euthanasia for your dog in this instance. I simply want to emphasize that your doctor wants the best for your pup and has offered a humane option. If it ever comes to that point in the future, you can be at ease knowing that you did your boy a kindness. And if that happens, you can visit r\/petloss for more support. Thank you for loving and taking care of your pittie boy. They simply are the best. I sincerely hope the best for all of you. ETA: u\/Zealousideal_Tap_754 I want to clarify on my above qualifier \"for any reason\". What that means is that there are other reasons than financial hardship for which that option is given. There are cases where even advanced care and diagnostics are unable to avoid the inevitable route of death or euthanasia.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5392.0,"score_ratio":3.3636363636} {"post_id":"s91j02","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"The vet said my dog is going to die tonight. Just a little back story, I rescued my Male pit bull from animal services 6 years ago when he was approximately 3 years old. He was found on the street positive with heart worms, he was treated after I adopted him and made a full recovery from that. About 5 months ago He developed a fatty ball on his belly button just above his penis. Probably the size of half an orange fruit. Very squishy and he didn\u2019t seem to be bothered when I touch it . 2 days ago he started acting a little weird as in not eating as much when typically he finishes his whole bowl. Yesterday he through up what looked like, brown almost digested food. On our walk this afternoon I noticed he was bloated and then I checked his belly and the fatty bump was gone. There was probably a little tiny bit of fatty lump the size of a dime that was left. He wasn\u2019t acting normal either. Decided to take him directly to the vet. Finally they call me in to the room to be seen after waiting an hour. The vet came in and saw my dog laying on the floor and the first thing he said was how he could tell immediately my dog is very sick. Vet checked his mouth, very pale. Vet Explained his blood is not traveling. Vet checked poop, looks fine. I did tell the vet about the lump. After one abdominal X-ray the vet immediately knew something was wrong. Took me back to explain the Xray. There\u2019s a mas and fluid pushing his organs. The vet thinks it\u2019s terminal cancer. Vet said it could be liver, not really sure. This vet is very blunt and has been around for a very long time. Vet was explaining that we would need to find out what\u2019s killing him. Recommended a ultra sound but also stated we wouldn\u2019t really know unless they went in with surgery. I also want to mention after the vet checked his blood he seemed like he was blown away at how normal it was. The vet had mentioned anemia killing him but once he looked at the blood he dropped that possible diagnoses. This vet visit was pretty much all over the place and very emotional for me. Ending diagnosis was a mas in his abdomen bleeding and fluid in his abdomen. DR left me with a choice to put my dog down which he recommended or to take My dog home and he will die at home tonight. And the vet mentioned my dog will slip into a coma state. I asked the vet if he was in pain, he said no. decided to take my dog home. The doctor didn\u2019t want to give him medication or even stick a needle to drain anything as he didn\u2019t want to worsen the situation. Also before we left the vet did ask if he got into any toxic things or medication as it causes things like this. My dog isn\u2019t really known to eat anything that isn\u2019t food. He\u2019s very well behaved. I thought about this whole experience alot and it seems like what it\u2019s coming down to is $$ to be able to diagnose properly. So I called around to get an ultrasound but since it\u2019s night time no one is available even at emergency clinics. The plan is to keep him alive through the night so we can atleast do an ultra sound to hopefully get a Diagnosis in the morning. When we got home I cooked up 2 eggs for my dog and he ate them with no hesitation and also drank a good amount. Despite him seeming weak and wanting to lay down he raises his head and gave kisses to my nephew who came over to see him. This dog is loved by many and I do not want to give up on him easy just because he is a dog. I looked at my mom and told her putting him down wouldn\u2019t be an option if this was a human child . We\u2019ve been through so much together and I can tell he is trying his hardest to hold on. It just sucks that I feel like money is meaning life or death for him. I need some input on this situation. Not looking for a diagnosis either. I feel like I am not just being optimistic, I truly feel like there is hope. It doesn\u2019t make sense. My dog was in good health before these last 2 days. Out of no where he just started deteriorating today. Edit* my dog was neutered when I adopted him","c_root_id_A":"htl3h3k","c_root_id_B":"htlq81f","created_at_utc_A":1642764248,"created_at_utc_B":1642776343,"score_A":2,"score_B":37,"human_ref_A":"Are you near any vet schools or larger referral hospitals? They might be your best best at getting in quickly through the emergency route to get a diagnosis and treatment if indicated","human_ref_B":"I will not comment on diagnosis, but please know, OP, that humane euthanasia is a kind and painless way to let your pet pass away. If the vet is recommending euthanasia, that is because they believe it is a viable option if further intensive care and\/or diagnostics are not able to be pursued for any reason. The euthanasia process is, for the one experiencing it, a gentle way to cross the rainbow bridge. If you have concerns about euthanasia, that is understandable, and feel free to ask here. Please know, however, the majority of veterinarians would advise that euthanasia is almost always a better option for a sick pet than passing unsupervised at home. I am not familiar with the intimate details of this case, as I have not personally examined him. Due to that, I am not saying either way what I think about euthanasia for your dog in this instance. I simply want to emphasize that your doctor wants the best for your pup and has offered a humane option. If it ever comes to that point in the future, you can be at ease knowing that you did your boy a kindness. And if that happens, you can visit r\/petloss for more support. Thank you for loving and taking care of your pittie boy. They simply are the best. I sincerely hope the best for all of you. ETA: u\/Zealousideal_Tap_754 I want to clarify on my above qualifier \"for any reason\". What that means is that there are other reasons than financial hardship for which that option is given. There are cases where even advanced care and diagnostics are unable to avoid the inevitable route of death or euthanasia.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12095.0,"score_ratio":18.5} {"post_id":"s91j02","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"The vet said my dog is going to die tonight. Just a little back story, I rescued my Male pit bull from animal services 6 years ago when he was approximately 3 years old. He was found on the street positive with heart worms, he was treated after I adopted him and made a full recovery from that. About 5 months ago He developed a fatty ball on his belly button just above his penis. Probably the size of half an orange fruit. Very squishy and he didn\u2019t seem to be bothered when I touch it . 2 days ago he started acting a little weird as in not eating as much when typically he finishes his whole bowl. Yesterday he through up what looked like, brown almost digested food. On our walk this afternoon I noticed he was bloated and then I checked his belly and the fatty bump was gone. There was probably a little tiny bit of fatty lump the size of a dime that was left. He wasn\u2019t acting normal either. Decided to take him directly to the vet. Finally they call me in to the room to be seen after waiting an hour. The vet came in and saw my dog laying on the floor and the first thing he said was how he could tell immediately my dog is very sick. Vet checked his mouth, very pale. Vet Explained his blood is not traveling. Vet checked poop, looks fine. I did tell the vet about the lump. After one abdominal X-ray the vet immediately knew something was wrong. Took me back to explain the Xray. There\u2019s a mas and fluid pushing his organs. The vet thinks it\u2019s terminal cancer. Vet said it could be liver, not really sure. This vet is very blunt and has been around for a very long time. Vet was explaining that we would need to find out what\u2019s killing him. Recommended a ultra sound but also stated we wouldn\u2019t really know unless they went in with surgery. I also want to mention after the vet checked his blood he seemed like he was blown away at how normal it was. The vet had mentioned anemia killing him but once he looked at the blood he dropped that possible diagnoses. This vet visit was pretty much all over the place and very emotional for me. Ending diagnosis was a mas in his abdomen bleeding and fluid in his abdomen. DR left me with a choice to put my dog down which he recommended or to take My dog home and he will die at home tonight. And the vet mentioned my dog will slip into a coma state. I asked the vet if he was in pain, he said no. decided to take my dog home. The doctor didn\u2019t want to give him medication or even stick a needle to drain anything as he didn\u2019t want to worsen the situation. Also before we left the vet did ask if he got into any toxic things or medication as it causes things like this. My dog isn\u2019t really known to eat anything that isn\u2019t food. He\u2019s very well behaved. I thought about this whole experience alot and it seems like what it\u2019s coming down to is $$ to be able to diagnose properly. So I called around to get an ultrasound but since it\u2019s night time no one is available even at emergency clinics. The plan is to keep him alive through the night so we can atleast do an ultra sound to hopefully get a Diagnosis in the morning. When we got home I cooked up 2 eggs for my dog and he ate them with no hesitation and also drank a good amount. Despite him seeming weak and wanting to lay down he raises his head and gave kisses to my nephew who came over to see him. This dog is loved by many and I do not want to give up on him easy just because he is a dog. I looked at my mom and told her putting him down wouldn\u2019t be an option if this was a human child . We\u2019ve been through so much together and I can tell he is trying his hardest to hold on. It just sucks that I feel like money is meaning life or death for him. I need some input on this situation. Not looking for a diagnosis either. I feel like I am not just being optimistic, I truly feel like there is hope. It doesn\u2019t make sense. My dog was in good health before these last 2 days. Out of no where he just started deteriorating today. Edit* my dog was neutered when I adopted him","c_root_id_A":"htledcn","c_root_id_B":"htl3h3k","created_at_utc_A":1642770951,"created_at_utc_B":1642764248,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"When you first noticed the mass five months ago did you take him to the vet? If so what did they diagnose it as?","human_ref_B":"Are you near any vet schools or larger referral hospitals? They might be your best best at getting in quickly through the emergency route to get a diagnosis and treatment if indicated","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6703.0,"score_ratio":5.5} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"icylpwb","c_root_id_B":"icyocjw","created_at_utc_A":1655657321,"created_at_utc_B":1655658545,"score_A":82,"score_B":171,"human_ref_A":"Same pup same. Totally an accident. Your boy will probably have some GI upset.","human_ref_B":"Dogs are not supposed to eat chocolate because of the cocoa, not the milk products.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1224.0,"score_ratio":2.0853658537} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"icylpwb","c_root_id_B":"icypgsv","created_at_utc_A":1655657321,"created_at_utc_B":1655659066,"score_A":82,"score_B":89,"human_ref_A":"Same pup same. Totally an accident. Your boy will probably have some GI upset.","human_ref_B":"The biggest potential issues here would be pancreatitis and then GI irritation\/inflammation. Signs to look for will be lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain (sometimes they will stand in a bow or have a hunched back). Make sure that he stays hydrated and watch to note if he is drinking, eating, urinating and defecating normally. You can call your vet to discuss this all with them, and they can advise further. Please read through this website and educate your family about dog toxicities: https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/animal-health-literacy\/potentially-dangerous-items-your-pet Chocolate is dangerous because it contains the toxin theobromine, which is potentially fatal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1745.0,"score_ratio":1.0853658537} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"iczsvrr","c_root_id_B":"id15gw1","created_at_utc_A":1655677534,"created_at_utc_B":1655706303,"score_A":12,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Lactose intolerance will just make him fart an unholy amount and have diarrhea for a while. Also the grease may factor in but he will probably be fine. Chocolate is actually poisonous to dogs because the Cocoa in it (the stuff that makes Chocolate brown and what makes it taste like it does)","human_ref_B":"Vet here, Hudsons fat ass will be fine. Recommend a couple more walks this week.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28769.0,"score_ratio":1.25} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"id15gw1","c_root_id_B":"iczvowz","created_at_utc_A":1655706303,"created_at_utc_B":1655678968,"score_A":15,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Vet here, Hudsons fat ass will be fine. Recommend a couple more walks this week.","human_ref_B":"Assuming he is otherwise healthy and does not have any particular illnesses or abnormalities \u2014 watch for vomiting and diarrhea, loss of appetite, pacing, whining, panting (indicating belly pain), all of which could indicate pancreatitis, which is an inflammatory condition that can be triggered by an unexpected high fat meal. The most likely outcome for a healthy dog who eats a pizza is that he will have some diarrhea, be gassy, and possibly not want to eat that much for the next several days\u2026 but otherwise should be fine. If you do see multiple episodes of vomit\/diarrhea, or the aforementioned behavioral changes, you should contact your veterinarian to discuss this and\/or bring him in for an evaluation - even if it requires you to go to the ER - especially if this is a toy breed, or a pediatric or geriatric dog. Good luck!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":27335.0,"score_ratio":1.3636363636} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"id0ttv6","c_root_id_B":"id15gw1","created_at_utc_A":1655697921,"created_at_utc_B":1655706303,"score_A":9,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Was there onion on the pizza? Those are toxic to dogs even in small amounts","human_ref_B":"Vet here, Hudsons fat ass will be fine. Recommend a couple more walks this week.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8382.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"iczsm1s","c_root_id_B":"id15gw1","created_at_utc_A":1655677399,"created_at_utc_B":1655706303,"score_A":5,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"He will be fine. Since you keep him on a steady dog food diet, he will probably just have the shits. But I wouldn\u2019t worry about a vet visit or any of that.","human_ref_B":"Vet here, Hudsons fat ass will be fine. Recommend a couple more walks this week.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28904.0,"score_ratio":3.0} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"iczsm1s","c_root_id_B":"iczsvrr","created_at_utc_A":1655677399,"created_at_utc_B":1655677534,"score_A":5,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"He will be fine. Since you keep him on a steady dog food diet, he will probably just have the shits. But I wouldn\u2019t worry about a vet visit or any of that.","human_ref_B":"Lactose intolerance will just make him fart an unholy amount and have diarrhea for a while. Also the grease may factor in but he will probably be fine. Chocolate is actually poisonous to dogs because the Cocoa in it (the stuff that makes Chocolate brown and what makes it taste like it does)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":135.0,"score_ratio":2.4} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"iczsm1s","c_root_id_B":"iczvowz","created_at_utc_A":1655677399,"created_at_utc_B":1655678968,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"He will be fine. Since you keep him on a steady dog food diet, he will probably just have the shits. But I wouldn\u2019t worry about a vet visit or any of that.","human_ref_B":"Assuming he is otherwise healthy and does not have any particular illnesses or abnormalities \u2014 watch for vomiting and diarrhea, loss of appetite, pacing, whining, panting (indicating belly pain), all of which could indicate pancreatitis, which is an inflammatory condition that can be triggered by an unexpected high fat meal. The most likely outcome for a healthy dog who eats a pizza is that he will have some diarrhea, be gassy, and possibly not want to eat that much for the next several days\u2026 but otherwise should be fine. If you do see multiple episodes of vomit\/diarrhea, or the aforementioned behavioral changes, you should contact your veterinarian to discuss this and\/or bring him in for an evaluation - even if it requires you to go to the ER - especially if this is a toy breed, or a pediatric or geriatric dog. Good luck!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1569.0,"score_ratio":2.2} {"post_id":"vfwmgj","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"My dog accidentally ate an entire pizza. Can someone please let me know if he will be okay and any potential warning signs to watch out for? Okay, so yesterday evening my dog, Hudson, got into an unopened box of pizza. My son was in the same room and supposed to make sure Hud didn\u2019t get into it, but apparently got preoccupied on his tablet and stopped paying attention. I went to sleep before this happened so only found out this morning. But Hudson sleeps with me in my hospital bed. (Bad car wreck a year and a half ago). I woke up at 4 am this morning and noticed Hudson had gas and sounded like stomach ache\/growling noises. I\u2019ve always heard dogs are lactose intolerant and that\u2019s why they can\u2019t eat chocolate so I\u2019m worried about Hudson. All pizza & dog details below: Hudson 4 years old Goldendoodle symptoms noticed at 4 am - they are mild , nothing severe or constant. Gas seems to be gone now Stomach noises still persist maybe every 15-20 minute *note: there has been no vomiting or diarrhea The Pizza 1\/2 was pineapple and Italian sausage for my wife 1\/2 was bacon and mushroom for my son Can someone here please let me know if there is any thing I should look out for and if this could hurt or make hud seriously sick?","c_root_id_A":"iczsm1s","c_root_id_B":"id0ttv6","created_at_utc_A":1655677399,"created_at_utc_B":1655697921,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"He will be fine. Since you keep him on a steady dog food diet, he will probably just have the shits. But I wouldn\u2019t worry about a vet visit or any of that.","human_ref_B":"Was there onion on the pizza? Those are toxic to dogs even in small amounts","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20522.0,"score_ratio":1.8} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu0ncve","c_root_id_B":"hu0u920","created_at_utc_A":1643031972,"created_at_utc_B":1643035205,"score_A":91,"score_B":139,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet, but a cat is your best option. They can freely roam your house so no special containers are needed, easily litter trained, food and water and treats, and they're fun to play with. Another thing to consider is the availability of food and vet care. Cats are obviously super common so your nearest pet store or even grocery store will have plenty of options for supplies. And there's no need for any kind of specialty vet. Try to find a cat rescue or shelter that knows the personality of the cats they're rehoming, they'll be great at matching you up with one that suits your needs. Get two for added fun!","human_ref_B":"Cat. I'd suggest getting an adult cat that's already socialized - there are tons of them at shelters needing a home, and they don't need as much interaction as a new kitten.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3233.0,"score_ratio":1.5274725275} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu0ek5c","c_root_id_B":"hu0u920","created_at_utc_A":1643027058,"created_at_utc_B":1643035205,"score_A":21,"score_B":139,"human_ref_A":"Cat! I\u2019m not a vet but they\u2019re so low maintenance. Especially if you have money for an automatic feeder and a self cleaning litter box. Try for an older cat with a mild temperament.","human_ref_B":"Cat. I'd suggest getting an adult cat that's already socialized - there are tons of them at shelters needing a home, and they don't need as much interaction as a new kitten.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8147.0,"score_ratio":6.619047619} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu0ek5c","c_root_id_B":"hu0ncve","created_at_utc_A":1643027058,"created_at_utc_B":1643031972,"score_A":21,"score_B":91,"human_ref_A":"Cat! I\u2019m not a vet but they\u2019re so low maintenance. Especially if you have money for an automatic feeder and a self cleaning litter box. Try for an older cat with a mild temperament.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but a cat is your best option. They can freely roam your house so no special containers are needed, easily litter trained, food and water and treats, and they're fun to play with. Another thing to consider is the availability of food and vet care. Cats are obviously super common so your nearest pet store or even grocery store will have plenty of options for supplies. And there's no need for any kind of specialty vet. Try to find a cat rescue or shelter that knows the personality of the cats they're rehoming, they'll be great at matching you up with one that suits your needs. Get two for added fun!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4914.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1lr4p","c_root_id_B":"hu0ek5c","created_at_utc_A":1643045936,"created_at_utc_B":1643027058,"score_A":44,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"It depends on what you mean by \u201clow maintenance,\u201d and what you\u2019re looking for out of your pet ownership experience. Are you looking for a pet that is willing to hang out, but won\u2019t be depressed if you can\u2019t cuddle every day? Maybe hamsters would be a good match. Are you looking for a pet who will be excited to spend time with you, but less apt to invade your space while you\u2019re trying to work? Consider a pair of rats! They are like tiny dogs, incredibly clean & affectionate, and can bond super tightly to their humans and their fellow rats. As an added bonus, rats are always happy to share your snacks and leftovers and can eat just about anything. :)","human_ref_B":"Cat! I\u2019m not a vet but they\u2019re so low maintenance. Especially if you have money for an automatic feeder and a self cleaning litter box. Try for an older cat with a mild temperament.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18878.0,"score_ratio":2.0952380952} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1lr4p","c_root_id_B":"hu0xni2","created_at_utc_A":1643045936,"created_at_utc_B":1643036676,"score_A":44,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"It depends on what you mean by \u201clow maintenance,\u201d and what you\u2019re looking for out of your pet ownership experience. Are you looking for a pet that is willing to hang out, but won\u2019t be depressed if you can\u2019t cuddle every day? Maybe hamsters would be a good match. Are you looking for a pet who will be excited to spend time with you, but less apt to invade your space while you\u2019re trying to work? Consider a pair of rats! They are like tiny dogs, incredibly clean & affectionate, and can bond super tightly to their humans and their fellow rats. As an added bonus, rats are always happy to share your snacks and leftovers and can eat just about anything. :)","human_ref_B":"OP, it\u2019s a toss of the coin if a cat will be cuddly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9260.0,"score_ratio":2.3157894737} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1lr4p","c_root_id_B":"hu1kj60","created_at_utc_A":1643045936,"created_at_utc_B":1643045490,"score_A":44,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"It depends on what you mean by \u201clow maintenance,\u201d and what you\u2019re looking for out of your pet ownership experience. Are you looking for a pet that is willing to hang out, but won\u2019t be depressed if you can\u2019t cuddle every day? Maybe hamsters would be a good match. Are you looking for a pet who will be excited to spend time with you, but less apt to invade your space while you\u2019re trying to work? Consider a pair of rats! They are like tiny dogs, incredibly clean & affectionate, and can bond super tightly to their humans and their fellow rats. As an added bonus, rats are always happy to share your snacks and leftovers and can eat just about anything. :)","human_ref_B":"Be sure you\u2019re prepared for veterinary expenses no matter what pet you go with. Like most have said, cats can be very low maintenance but it\u2019s also possible you get a cat who develops medical issues and needs intensive management. Common issues in cats include kidney disease, urinary tract disease (esp males), diabetes, respiratory disease, and heart disease. This could mean specialized diets, daily medication, and routine veterinary visits. I\u2019m not trying to scare you away from cats, I feel they\u2019re a good choice, but do be aware nothing is guaranteed low maintenance.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":446.0,"score_ratio":2.75} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1lr4p","c_root_id_B":"hu1iq3x","created_at_utc_A":1643045936,"created_at_utc_B":1643044830,"score_A":44,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"It depends on what you mean by \u201clow maintenance,\u201d and what you\u2019re looking for out of your pet ownership experience. Are you looking for a pet that is willing to hang out, but won\u2019t be depressed if you can\u2019t cuddle every day? Maybe hamsters would be a good match. Are you looking for a pet who will be excited to spend time with you, but less apt to invade your space while you\u2019re trying to work? Consider a pair of rats! They are like tiny dogs, incredibly clean & affectionate, and can bond super tightly to their humans and their fellow rats. As an added bonus, rats are always happy to share your snacks and leftovers and can eat just about anything. :)","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but an assistant. Honestly, a cat would be your best option. Get yourself a fancy motorized litter box, helps cut back on any smell. If you go to a cat rescue and tell them the kind of cat you'd like to adopt they will match you with the right one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1106.0,"score_ratio":4.8888888889} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1lr4p","c_root_id_B":"hu0yjw8","created_at_utc_A":1643045936,"created_at_utc_B":1643037056,"score_A":44,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"It depends on what you mean by \u201clow maintenance,\u201d and what you\u2019re looking for out of your pet ownership experience. Are you looking for a pet that is willing to hang out, but won\u2019t be depressed if you can\u2019t cuddle every day? Maybe hamsters would be a good match. Are you looking for a pet who will be excited to spend time with you, but less apt to invade your space while you\u2019re trying to work? Consider a pair of rats! They are like tiny dogs, incredibly clean & affectionate, and can bond super tightly to their humans and their fellow rats. As an added bonus, rats are always happy to share your snacks and leftovers and can eat just about anything. :)","human_ref_B":"Rats are pretty cuddly and very low maintenance","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8880.0,"score_ratio":6.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu15u53","c_root_id_B":"hu1lr4p","created_at_utc_A":1643039957,"created_at_utc_B":1643045936,"score_A":7,"score_B":44,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet. Assuming you mean cuddly as in, \"chill with you on the couch\" and not just cute and fluffy). I'd lean toward a cat as well, specifically an ***adult, neutered, male cat* Exclusive to anything else kittens are a huge investment of time, attention & money. Much MUCH moreso than adult cats. An adult cat will also have a known personality so you're more likely to find one that fits you. Neturing can reduce spraying as well as urine odor. Call (and visit if possible) some local shelters and talk to them. Let them know what you're looking for. If they have a cat that matches any good shelter will let you know.","human_ref_B":"It depends on what you mean by \u201clow maintenance,\u201d and what you\u2019re looking for out of your pet ownership experience. Are you looking for a pet that is willing to hang out, but won\u2019t be depressed if you can\u2019t cuddle every day? Maybe hamsters would be a good match. Are you looking for a pet who will be excited to spend time with you, but less apt to invade your space while you\u2019re trying to work? Consider a pair of rats! They are like tiny dogs, incredibly clean & affectionate, and can bond super tightly to their humans and their fellow rats. As an added bonus, rats are always happy to share your snacks and leftovers and can eat just about anything. :)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5979.0,"score_ratio":6.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1p781","c_root_id_B":"hu0ek5c","created_at_utc_A":1643047187,"created_at_utc_B":1643027058,"score_A":27,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Cats are wonderful and CAN be lower maintenance. They are often not as needy as dogs, and can be left alone for a bit. But some are going to be very emotionally needy and want to cuddle\/hang out a lot, and others are independent. Additionally, lower maintenance does not mean they do not need regular vet care! They should go to the vet every 6 months for a checkup, and go to a vet if they are ever acting off. Adopting an older cat will give you a better idea of their personality. A kitten can change a lot as far as their personality goes. I think the best thing to do would be to start with fostering for your local humane society or reputable shelter! That way you learn about cat care, get to experience different cats and which personalities work best for you, and it's low commitment. You could keep fostering if that satisfies you, or adopt a kitty after you figure out what you want!","human_ref_B":"Cat! I\u2019m not a vet but they\u2019re so low maintenance. Especially if you have money for an automatic feeder and a self cleaning litter box. Try for an older cat with a mild temperament.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20129.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1p781","c_root_id_B":"hu0xni2","created_at_utc_A":1643047187,"created_at_utc_B":1643036676,"score_A":27,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Cats are wonderful and CAN be lower maintenance. They are often not as needy as dogs, and can be left alone for a bit. But some are going to be very emotionally needy and want to cuddle\/hang out a lot, and others are independent. Additionally, lower maintenance does not mean they do not need regular vet care! They should go to the vet every 6 months for a checkup, and go to a vet if they are ever acting off. Adopting an older cat will give you a better idea of their personality. A kitten can change a lot as far as their personality goes. I think the best thing to do would be to start with fostering for your local humane society or reputable shelter! That way you learn about cat care, get to experience different cats and which personalities work best for you, and it's low commitment. You could keep fostering if that satisfies you, or adopt a kitty after you figure out what you want!","human_ref_B":"OP, it\u2019s a toss of the coin if a cat will be cuddly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10511.0,"score_ratio":1.4210526316} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1p781","c_root_id_B":"hu1kj60","created_at_utc_A":1643047187,"created_at_utc_B":1643045490,"score_A":27,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Cats are wonderful and CAN be lower maintenance. They are often not as needy as dogs, and can be left alone for a bit. But some are going to be very emotionally needy and want to cuddle\/hang out a lot, and others are independent. Additionally, lower maintenance does not mean they do not need regular vet care! They should go to the vet every 6 months for a checkup, and go to a vet if they are ever acting off. Adopting an older cat will give you a better idea of their personality. A kitten can change a lot as far as their personality goes. I think the best thing to do would be to start with fostering for your local humane society or reputable shelter! That way you learn about cat care, get to experience different cats and which personalities work best for you, and it's low commitment. You could keep fostering if that satisfies you, or adopt a kitty after you figure out what you want!","human_ref_B":"Be sure you\u2019re prepared for veterinary expenses no matter what pet you go with. Like most have said, cats can be very low maintenance but it\u2019s also possible you get a cat who develops medical issues and needs intensive management. Common issues in cats include kidney disease, urinary tract disease (esp males), diabetes, respiratory disease, and heart disease. This could mean specialized diets, daily medication, and routine veterinary visits. I\u2019m not trying to scare you away from cats, I feel they\u2019re a good choice, but do be aware nothing is guaranteed low maintenance.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1697.0,"score_ratio":1.6875} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1iq3x","c_root_id_B":"hu1p781","created_at_utc_A":1643044830,"created_at_utc_B":1643047187,"score_A":9,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet, but an assistant. Honestly, a cat would be your best option. Get yourself a fancy motorized litter box, helps cut back on any smell. If you go to a cat rescue and tell them the kind of cat you'd like to adopt they will match you with the right one.","human_ref_B":"Cats are wonderful and CAN be lower maintenance. They are often not as needy as dogs, and can be left alone for a bit. But some are going to be very emotionally needy and want to cuddle\/hang out a lot, and others are independent. Additionally, lower maintenance does not mean they do not need regular vet care! They should go to the vet every 6 months for a checkup, and go to a vet if they are ever acting off. Adopting an older cat will give you a better idea of their personality. A kitten can change a lot as far as their personality goes. I think the best thing to do would be to start with fostering for your local humane society or reputable shelter! That way you learn about cat care, get to experience different cats and which personalities work best for you, and it's low commitment. You could keep fostering if that satisfies you, or adopt a kitty after you figure out what you want!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2357.0,"score_ratio":3.0} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1p781","c_root_id_B":"hu0yjw8","created_at_utc_A":1643047187,"created_at_utc_B":1643037056,"score_A":27,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Cats are wonderful and CAN be lower maintenance. They are often not as needy as dogs, and can be left alone for a bit. But some are going to be very emotionally needy and want to cuddle\/hang out a lot, and others are independent. Additionally, lower maintenance does not mean they do not need regular vet care! They should go to the vet every 6 months for a checkup, and go to a vet if they are ever acting off. Adopting an older cat will give you a better idea of their personality. A kitten can change a lot as far as their personality goes. I think the best thing to do would be to start with fostering for your local humane society or reputable shelter! That way you learn about cat care, get to experience different cats and which personalities work best for you, and it's low commitment. You could keep fostering if that satisfies you, or adopt a kitty after you figure out what you want!","human_ref_B":"Rats are pretty cuddly and very low maintenance","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10131.0,"score_ratio":3.8571428571} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu15u53","c_root_id_B":"hu1p781","created_at_utc_A":1643039957,"created_at_utc_B":1643047187,"score_A":7,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet. Assuming you mean cuddly as in, \"chill with you on the couch\" and not just cute and fluffy). I'd lean toward a cat as well, specifically an ***adult, neutered, male cat* Exclusive to anything else kittens are a huge investment of time, attention & money. Much MUCH moreso than adult cats. An adult cat will also have a known personality so you're more likely to find one that fits you. Neturing can reduce spraying as well as urine odor. Call (and visit if possible) some local shelters and talk to them. Let them know what you're looking for. If they have a cat that matches any good shelter will let you know.","human_ref_B":"Cats are wonderful and CAN be lower maintenance. They are often not as needy as dogs, and can be left alone for a bit. But some are going to be very emotionally needy and want to cuddle\/hang out a lot, and others are independent. Additionally, lower maintenance does not mean they do not need regular vet care! They should go to the vet every 6 months for a checkup, and go to a vet if they are ever acting off. Adopting an older cat will give you a better idea of their personality. A kitten can change a lot as far as their personality goes. I think the best thing to do would be to start with fostering for your local humane society or reputable shelter! That way you learn about cat care, get to experience different cats and which personalities work best for you, and it's low commitment. You could keep fostering if that satisfies you, or adopt a kitty after you figure out what you want!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7230.0,"score_ratio":3.8571428571} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1iq3x","c_root_id_B":"hu1kj60","created_at_utc_A":1643044830,"created_at_utc_B":1643045490,"score_A":9,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet, but an assistant. Honestly, a cat would be your best option. Get yourself a fancy motorized litter box, helps cut back on any smell. If you go to a cat rescue and tell them the kind of cat you'd like to adopt they will match you with the right one.","human_ref_B":"Be sure you\u2019re prepared for veterinary expenses no matter what pet you go with. Like most have said, cats can be very low maintenance but it\u2019s also possible you get a cat who develops medical issues and needs intensive management. Common issues in cats include kidney disease, urinary tract disease (esp males), diabetes, respiratory disease, and heart disease. This could mean specialized diets, daily medication, and routine veterinary visits. I\u2019m not trying to scare you away from cats, I feel they\u2019re a good choice, but do be aware nothing is guaranteed low maintenance.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":660.0,"score_ratio":1.7777777778} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu0yjw8","c_root_id_B":"hu1kj60","created_at_utc_A":1643037056,"created_at_utc_B":1643045490,"score_A":7,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Rats are pretty cuddly and very low maintenance","human_ref_B":"Be sure you\u2019re prepared for veterinary expenses no matter what pet you go with. Like most have said, cats can be very low maintenance but it\u2019s also possible you get a cat who develops medical issues and needs intensive management. Common issues in cats include kidney disease, urinary tract disease (esp males), diabetes, respiratory disease, and heart disease. This could mean specialized diets, daily medication, and routine veterinary visits. I\u2019m not trying to scare you away from cats, I feel they\u2019re a good choice, but do be aware nothing is guaranteed low maintenance.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8434.0,"score_ratio":2.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu15u53","c_root_id_B":"hu1kj60","created_at_utc_A":1643039957,"created_at_utc_B":1643045490,"score_A":7,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet. Assuming you mean cuddly as in, \"chill with you on the couch\" and not just cute and fluffy). I'd lean toward a cat as well, specifically an ***adult, neutered, male cat* Exclusive to anything else kittens are a huge investment of time, attention & money. Much MUCH moreso than adult cats. An adult cat will also have a known personality so you're more likely to find one that fits you. Neturing can reduce spraying as well as urine odor. Call (and visit if possible) some local shelters and talk to them. Let them know what you're looking for. If they have a cat that matches any good shelter will let you know.","human_ref_B":"Be sure you\u2019re prepared for veterinary expenses no matter what pet you go with. Like most have said, cats can be very low maintenance but it\u2019s also possible you get a cat who develops medical issues and needs intensive management. Common issues in cats include kidney disease, urinary tract disease (esp males), diabetes, respiratory disease, and heart disease. This could mean specialized diets, daily medication, and routine veterinary visits. I\u2019m not trying to scare you away from cats, I feel they\u2019re a good choice, but do be aware nothing is guaranteed low maintenance.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5533.0,"score_ratio":2.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2nt6c","c_root_id_B":"hu2enbq","created_at_utc_A":1643060226,"created_at_utc_B":1643056787,"score_A":14,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"cat 100% \u2026. single guy here\u2026. love my cat. Very independent but comes for cuddles at just the right times. Just needs a clean litterbox, food and fresh water","human_ref_B":"Everyone is saying cats. Keep in mind that cats need a lot of environmental enrichment (see the Indoor Pet Initiative and Indoor Cat Care). Also consider the life expectancy (much longer than a rodent, for example) and cost associated with care (look into costs of pet insurance, prescription diet if needed, yearly exam\/vaccines, dentistry which is typically not covered by insurance, etc.). It's true that cats can be relatively low maintenance but many cats live unhappy lives due to inadequate commitment from their owners. Sometimes people adopt a cat on a whim, get attached, and later regret it when they realize they can't afford to treat their diseases...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3439.0,"score_ratio":1.5555555556} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2nt6c","c_root_id_B":"hu1iq3x","created_at_utc_A":1643060226,"created_at_utc_B":1643044830,"score_A":14,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"cat 100% \u2026. single guy here\u2026. love my cat. Very independent but comes for cuddles at just the right times. Just needs a clean litterbox, food and fresh water","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but an assistant. Honestly, a cat would be your best option. Get yourself a fancy motorized litter box, helps cut back on any smell. If you go to a cat rescue and tell them the kind of cat you'd like to adopt they will match you with the right one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15396.0,"score_ratio":1.5555555556} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1sfoj","c_root_id_B":"hu2nt6c","created_at_utc_A":1643048392,"created_at_utc_B":1643060226,"score_A":8,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019d get an older dog that needs to be rescued. Nothing beats the bond you\u2019ll share with a dog and if he\u2019s older he\u2019s probably already house trained and may be lower energy than a puppy. You get a best friend and he gets a loving home to spend his later years in.","human_ref_B":"cat 100% \u2026. single guy here\u2026. love my cat. Very independent but comes for cuddles at just the right times. Just needs a clean litterbox, food and fresh water","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11834.0,"score_ratio":1.75} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2nt6c","c_root_id_B":"hu0yjw8","created_at_utc_A":1643060226,"created_at_utc_B":1643037056,"score_A":14,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"cat 100% \u2026. single guy here\u2026. love my cat. Very independent but comes for cuddles at just the right times. Just needs a clean litterbox, food and fresh water","human_ref_B":"Rats are pretty cuddly and very low maintenance","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23170.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu15u53","c_root_id_B":"hu2nt6c","created_at_utc_A":1643039957,"created_at_utc_B":1643060226,"score_A":7,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet. Assuming you mean cuddly as in, \"chill with you on the couch\" and not just cute and fluffy). I'd lean toward a cat as well, specifically an ***adult, neutered, male cat* Exclusive to anything else kittens are a huge investment of time, attention & money. Much MUCH moreso than adult cats. An adult cat will also have a known personality so you're more likely to find one that fits you. Neturing can reduce spraying as well as urine odor. Call (and visit if possible) some local shelters and talk to them. Let them know what you're looking for. If they have a cat that matches any good shelter will let you know.","human_ref_B":"cat 100% \u2026. single guy here\u2026. love my cat. Very independent but comes for cuddles at just the right times. Just needs a clean litterbox, food and fresh water","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20269.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2nt6c","c_root_id_B":"hu1qa8o","created_at_utc_A":1643060226,"created_at_utc_B":1643047592,"score_A":14,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"cat 100% \u2026. single guy here\u2026. love my cat. Very independent but comes for cuddles at just the right times. Just needs a clean litterbox, food and fresh water","human_ref_B":"As a cat lover, I hate that everyone is saying cat. Yes, I am biased.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12634.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2mg4v","c_root_id_B":"hu2nt6c","created_at_utc_A":1643059718,"created_at_utc_B":1643060226,"score_A":2,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Rats make great pets. And they don\u2019t live that long so it\u2019s not that much of a commitment.","human_ref_B":"cat 100% \u2026. single guy here\u2026. love my cat. Very independent but comes for cuddles at just the right times. Just needs a clean litterbox, food and fresh water","labels":0,"seconds_difference":508.0,"score_ratio":7.0} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2enbq","c_root_id_B":"hu1sfoj","created_at_utc_A":1643056787,"created_at_utc_B":1643048392,"score_A":9,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Everyone is saying cats. Keep in mind that cats need a lot of environmental enrichment (see the Indoor Pet Initiative and Indoor Cat Care). Also consider the life expectancy (much longer than a rodent, for example) and cost associated with care (look into costs of pet insurance, prescription diet if needed, yearly exam\/vaccines, dentistry which is typically not covered by insurance, etc.). It's true that cats can be relatively low maintenance but many cats live unhappy lives due to inadequate commitment from their owners. Sometimes people adopt a cat on a whim, get attached, and later regret it when they realize they can't afford to treat their diseases...","human_ref_B":"I\u2019d get an older dog that needs to be rescued. Nothing beats the bond you\u2019ll share with a dog and if he\u2019s older he\u2019s probably already house trained and may be lower energy than a puppy. You get a best friend and he gets a loving home to spend his later years in.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8395.0,"score_ratio":1.125} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2enbq","c_root_id_B":"hu0yjw8","created_at_utc_A":1643056787,"created_at_utc_B":1643037056,"score_A":9,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Everyone is saying cats. Keep in mind that cats need a lot of environmental enrichment (see the Indoor Pet Initiative and Indoor Cat Care). Also consider the life expectancy (much longer than a rodent, for example) and cost associated with care (look into costs of pet insurance, prescription diet if needed, yearly exam\/vaccines, dentistry which is typically not covered by insurance, etc.). It's true that cats can be relatively low maintenance but many cats live unhappy lives due to inadequate commitment from their owners. Sometimes people adopt a cat on a whim, get attached, and later regret it when they realize they can't afford to treat their diseases...","human_ref_B":"Rats are pretty cuddly and very low maintenance","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19731.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu15u53","c_root_id_B":"hu2enbq","created_at_utc_A":1643039957,"created_at_utc_B":1643056787,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet. Assuming you mean cuddly as in, \"chill with you on the couch\" and not just cute and fluffy). I'd lean toward a cat as well, specifically an ***adult, neutered, male cat* Exclusive to anything else kittens are a huge investment of time, attention & money. Much MUCH moreso than adult cats. An adult cat will also have a known personality so you're more likely to find one that fits you. Neturing can reduce spraying as well as urine odor. Call (and visit if possible) some local shelters and talk to them. Let them know what you're looking for. If they have a cat that matches any good shelter will let you know.","human_ref_B":"Everyone is saying cats. Keep in mind that cats need a lot of environmental enrichment (see the Indoor Pet Initiative and Indoor Cat Care). Also consider the life expectancy (much longer than a rodent, for example) and cost associated with care (look into costs of pet insurance, prescription diet if needed, yearly exam\/vaccines, dentistry which is typically not covered by insurance, etc.). It's true that cats can be relatively low maintenance but many cats live unhappy lives due to inadequate commitment from their owners. Sometimes people adopt a cat on a whim, get attached, and later regret it when they realize they can't afford to treat their diseases...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16830.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu2enbq","c_root_id_B":"hu1qa8o","created_at_utc_A":1643056787,"created_at_utc_B":1643047592,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Everyone is saying cats. Keep in mind that cats need a lot of environmental enrichment (see the Indoor Pet Initiative and Indoor Cat Care). Also consider the life expectancy (much longer than a rodent, for example) and cost associated with care (look into costs of pet insurance, prescription diet if needed, yearly exam\/vaccines, dentistry which is typically not covered by insurance, etc.). It's true that cats can be relatively low maintenance but many cats live unhappy lives due to inadequate commitment from their owners. Sometimes people adopt a cat on a whim, get attached, and later regret it when they realize they can't afford to treat their diseases...","human_ref_B":"As a cat lover, I hate that everyone is saying cat. Yes, I am biased.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9195.0,"score_ratio":3.0} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu0yjw8","c_root_id_B":"hu1iq3x","created_at_utc_A":1643037056,"created_at_utc_B":1643044830,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Rats are pretty cuddly and very low maintenance","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but an assistant. Honestly, a cat would be your best option. Get yourself a fancy motorized litter box, helps cut back on any smell. If you go to a cat rescue and tell them the kind of cat you'd like to adopt they will match you with the right one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7774.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu15u53","c_root_id_B":"hu1iq3x","created_at_utc_A":1643039957,"created_at_utc_B":1643044830,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet. Assuming you mean cuddly as in, \"chill with you on the couch\" and not just cute and fluffy). I'd lean toward a cat as well, specifically an ***adult, neutered, male cat* Exclusive to anything else kittens are a huge investment of time, attention & money. Much MUCH moreso than adult cats. An adult cat will also have a known personality so you're more likely to find one that fits you. Neturing can reduce spraying as well as urine odor. Call (and visit if possible) some local shelters and talk to them. Let them know what you're looking for. If they have a cat that matches any good shelter will let you know.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but an assistant. Honestly, a cat would be your best option. Get yourself a fancy motorized litter box, helps cut back on any smell. If you go to a cat rescue and tell them the kind of cat you'd like to adopt they will match you with the right one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4873.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1sfoj","c_root_id_B":"hu0yjw8","created_at_utc_A":1643048392,"created_at_utc_B":1643037056,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019d get an older dog that needs to be rescued. Nothing beats the bond you\u2019ll share with a dog and if he\u2019s older he\u2019s probably already house trained and may be lower energy than a puppy. You get a best friend and he gets a loving home to spend his later years in.","human_ref_B":"Rats are pretty cuddly and very low maintenance","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11336.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu15u53","c_root_id_B":"hu1sfoj","created_at_utc_A":1643039957,"created_at_utc_B":1643048392,"score_A":7,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet. Assuming you mean cuddly as in, \"chill with you on the couch\" and not just cute and fluffy). I'd lean toward a cat as well, specifically an ***adult, neutered, male cat* Exclusive to anything else kittens are a huge investment of time, attention & money. Much MUCH moreso than adult cats. An adult cat will also have a known personality so you're more likely to find one that fits you. Neturing can reduce spraying as well as urine odor. Call (and visit if possible) some local shelters and talk to them. Let them know what you're looking for. If they have a cat that matches any good shelter will let you know.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019d get an older dog that needs to be rescued. Nothing beats the bond you\u2019ll share with a dog and if he\u2019s older he\u2019s probably already house trained and may be lower energy than a puppy. You get a best friend and he gets a loving home to spend his later years in.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8435.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu1sfoj","c_root_id_B":"hu1qa8o","created_at_utc_A":1643048392,"created_at_utc_B":1643047592,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019d get an older dog that needs to be rescued. Nothing beats the bond you\u2019ll share with a dog and if he\u2019s older he\u2019s probably already house trained and may be lower energy than a puppy. You get a best friend and he gets a loving home to spend his later years in.","human_ref_B":"As a cat lover, I hate that everyone is saying cat. Yes, I am biased.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":800.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu34kt4","c_root_id_B":"hu2mg4v","created_at_utc_A":1643066789,"created_at_utc_B":1643059718,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Cat(s). Feed high quality wet food. Have fountain away from food. Be preventative with health issues. Play with them and love them. Rotate toys out so they don't get bored.","human_ref_B":"Rats make great pets. And they don\u2019t live that long so it\u2019s not that much of a commitment.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7071.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"sbje7c","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get? Hey, I'm a single male who works and spends most of the time at home. What's the lowest maintenance furry and cuddly home pet to get in this case?","c_root_id_A":"hu33bj2","c_root_id_B":"hu34kt4","created_at_utc_A":1643066277,"created_at_utc_B":1643066789,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you have a cat please plan for significant medical expenses, especially in older age.","human_ref_B":"Cat(s). Feed high quality wet food. Have fountain away from food. Be preventative with health issues. Play with them and love them. Rotate toys out so they don't get bored.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":512.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"gl1v0y","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Our dog snapped off or ripped out a nail today - does it need a vet's attention? Year and a half old mixed breed dog, somehow snagged or broke off a nail while playing with another dog. Didn't notice until we saw she was leaving bloody footprints. Packed some cornstarch in to the foot, bleeding has pretty much stopped. Got her to go lay in her crate for a few hours (glad she's still ok with that!) and is only just now starting to limp a bit, but isn't overly bothered about it. https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/am76smw","c_root_id_A":"fqv2tm9","c_root_id_B":"fqv3mrw","created_at_utc_A":1589668745,"created_at_utc_B":1589669208,"score_A":34,"score_B":61,"human_ref_A":"Yes absolutely go see a vet.","human_ref_B":"While these are very quick vet visits, they definitely need to be seen by a vet.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":463.0,"score_ratio":1.7941176471} {"post_id":"gl1v0y","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Our dog snapped off or ripped out a nail today - does it need a vet's attention? Year and a half old mixed breed dog, somehow snagged or broke off a nail while playing with another dog. Didn't notice until we saw she was leaving bloody footprints. Packed some cornstarch in to the foot, bleeding has pretty much stopped. Got her to go lay in her crate for a few hours (glad she's still ok with that!) and is only just now starting to limp a bit, but isn't overly bothered about it. https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/am76smw","c_root_id_A":"fqv52r0","c_root_id_B":"fqv7lj1","created_at_utc_A":1589670029,"created_at_utc_B":1589671494,"score_A":13,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Yes, 100% see a vet. Hope your Fur baby heals quick \ud83e\udd70\ud83c\udf3a","human_ref_B":"Not a vet. Yes, go see a vet.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1465.0,"score_ratio":1.1538461538} {"post_id":"rwxaof","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"My GSD has eaten chocolates please I need advice as I may have covid Hi all please help, I have just rescued a German shepherd who is 1 year 11 months old, weighs 21.5kg and is spayed. I might have covid and am suffering from horrid fatigue. I went to sleep in bed and a parcel was posted for me, which was a present of a box of chocolates. Whilst I was asleep, she managed to open it and get into them but hasn\u2019t managed to get past most of the plastic to eat many. She has eaten 5 chocolates from the selection box - all mainly milk chocolate, a couple coated with a thin layer of dark chocolate. Some also have a VERY tiny sprinkling of almond\/hazelnut on them. The weigh approx 3-5g each I\u2019m terrified, I\u2019ve had her for 3 weeks and we\u2019re each other\u2019s family now. I feel like such a horrid dog owner and I\u2019m worried she\u2019ll get sick. This happened anytime from half an hour to an hour ago and she\u2019s just sleeping as normal at the moment. I\u2019m concerned because I\u2019m self isolating I can\u2019t take her to the vets, it\u2019s also the late evening here and they aren\u2019t open but do have an emergency line if I need it. An old lab of mine once managed to open a cupboard and eat an entire toblerone with no issues. If it helps, my GSD was found on the streets and eating whatever she could managed to find. I hope it\u2019s not wishful thinking to think that she might be able to tolerate some funkier food because of this? Please help, what do i do? I can\u2019t just go somewhere to get anything because of possibly having covid (still waiting for my test result but I feel like shit), I don\u2019t have anything to induce vomiting.","c_root_id_A":"hrg2sz4","c_root_id_B":"hrfgmfz","created_at_utc_A":1641441286,"created_at_utc_B":1641429242,"score_A":22,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It takes quite a bit of pure chocolate to pose a toxicity risk. She migh have an icky tummy from the sugar but she\u2019ll be OK. I would be more worried about \u201clow cal\u201d stuff with xylitol than chocolate candies with sugar.","human_ref_B":"The animal poison control numbers are in the sidebar and FAQ.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12044.0,"score_ratio":4.4} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecjvjwz","c_root_id_B":"eck1iuw","created_at_utc_A":1545781513,"created_at_utc_B":1545785811,"score_A":67,"score_B":103,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet but a vet tech whose been in the business for almost 4 years now. The most popular breeds I see are probably labs, australian shepards, and mutts that are a mix of many different breeds. I live in the DC suburbs and there tends to be more mutts in this area though, so that might be why. It\u2019s hard to say which breeds are the least popular, but there aren\u2019t many large breed dogs such as Great Danes, Newfoundland\u2019s, and st. Bernard\u2019s as they can be so hard to maintain. As for the stereotypes, the only thing I\u2019ve noticed is that the owners of small dogs (shitzu, yorkie, etc.) that come in wearing bows and dresses tend to be super rude. I know there\u2019s more than that, but I can\u2019t seem to think of any at the moment. I\u2019d be curious to see what other people say! \u00c9dit; Dalmatians are super rare! I can count on my hands the number of times I\u2019ve seen Dalmatians in my entire life.","human_ref_B":"Vet tech - Mostly we see lab mixes and pit mixes. I\u2019ve seen so many breeds over my career, breeds are sometimes very \u201ctrendy.\u201d Frenchies are popular now, we\u2019ve seen a lot of huskies the pst few years too. We are located near a Petland (puppy mill pet store). We see a lot of very sick \u201cpurebred\u201d puppies. I can spot a Petland pet a mile away at this point, and most owners will rarely approve treatment because they just dropped $3000 on the puppy - won\u2019t pay us $500 to treat the sickness. The dogs appear to look like their breed, but often have some subtle appearance changes that scream \u201cinbred.\u201d","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4298.0,"score_ratio":1.5373134328} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck1iuw","c_root_id_B":"ecjpnbp","created_at_utc_A":1545785811,"created_at_utc_B":1545777142,"score_A":103,"score_B":60,"human_ref_A":"Vet tech - Mostly we see lab mixes and pit mixes. I\u2019ve seen so many breeds over my career, breeds are sometimes very \u201ctrendy.\u201d Frenchies are popular now, we\u2019ve seen a lot of huskies the pst few years too. We are located near a Petland (puppy mill pet store). We see a lot of very sick \u201cpurebred\u201d puppies. I can spot a Petland pet a mile away at this point, and most owners will rarely approve treatment because they just dropped $3000 on the puppy - won\u2019t pay us $500 to treat the sickness. The dogs appear to look like their breed, but often have some subtle appearance changes that scream \u201cinbred.\u201d","human_ref_B":"Currently in the UK, French bulldogs are the number one most popular breed (at the despair of us vets...), and I work in an area with a lot of frenchie breeders so I see very many of them. Cockerpoos are also very popular, and I much prefer them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8669.0,"score_ratio":1.7166666667} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecjvjwz","c_root_id_B":"eckcsjm","created_at_utc_A":1545781513,"created_at_utc_B":1545795789,"score_A":67,"score_B":79,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet but a vet tech whose been in the business for almost 4 years now. The most popular breeds I see are probably labs, australian shepards, and mutts that are a mix of many different breeds. I live in the DC suburbs and there tends to be more mutts in this area though, so that might be why. It\u2019s hard to say which breeds are the least popular, but there aren\u2019t many large breed dogs such as Great Danes, Newfoundland\u2019s, and st. Bernard\u2019s as they can be so hard to maintain. As for the stereotypes, the only thing I\u2019ve noticed is that the owners of small dogs (shitzu, yorkie, etc.) that come in wearing bows and dresses tend to be super rude. I know there\u2019s more than that, but I can\u2019t seem to think of any at the moment. I\u2019d be curious to see what other people say! \u00c9dit; Dalmatians are super rare! I can count on my hands the number of times I\u2019ve seen Dalmatians in my entire life.","human_ref_B":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14276.0,"score_ratio":1.1791044776} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckcsjm","c_root_id_B":"ecjpnbp","created_at_utc_A":1545795789,"created_at_utc_B":1545777142,"score_A":79,"score_B":60,"human_ref_A":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","human_ref_B":"Currently in the UK, French bulldogs are the number one most popular breed (at the despair of us vets...), and I work in an area with a lot of frenchie breeders so I see very many of them. Cockerpoos are also very popular, and I much prefer them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18647.0,"score_ratio":1.3166666667} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck8x5r","c_root_id_B":"eckcsjm","created_at_utc_A":1545792297,"created_at_utc_B":1545795789,"score_A":52,"score_B":79,"human_ref_A":"in my 15 year career, i have seen one Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.","human_ref_B":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3492.0,"score_ratio":1.5192307692} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck9no7","c_root_id_B":"eckcsjm","created_at_utc_A":1545792941,"created_at_utc_B":1545795789,"score_A":34,"score_B":79,"human_ref_A":"Tons of doodles - mostly labra and golden - but I was thinking today that I don't think I've seen a single Bloodhound in 3 years of practice (urban).","human_ref_B":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2848.0,"score_ratio":2.3235294118} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckcsjm","c_root_id_B":"eck3ovm","created_at_utc_A":1545795789,"created_at_utc_B":1545787474,"score_A":79,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","human_ref_B":"Pitties and Chihuahuas for sure are the most popular. We also have a ton of Shih Tzus and Labs. I\u2019ve only ever seen one Dalmatian so those are pretty rare.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8315.0,"score_ratio":2.724137931} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckbgms","c_root_id_B":"eckcsjm","created_at_utc_A":1545794571,"created_at_utc_B":1545795789,"score_A":25,"score_B":79,"human_ref_A":"Vet receptionist for 14 yrs in North Texas. We see a lot of goldendoodles and they are getting bigger and bigger. Great Danes are also larger and more nervous\/ fear aggressive than they used to be. Frenchies and pit bulls are common. Not many heavy coated breads in our area, probably for good reason. We do get a good number of shelter dogs, which is a good thing.","human_ref_B":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1218.0,"score_ratio":3.16} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckcsjm","c_root_id_B":"eck8k88","created_at_utc_A":1545795789,"created_at_utc_B":1545791973,"score_A":79,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but spent 4 years working in a vets. I\u2019d see usually at least 2-3 cockapoos every day, but I only ever saw 2-3 dalmations in the whole time I worked there","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3816.0,"score_ratio":4.3888888889} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckcsjm","c_root_id_B":"eckbrjq","created_at_utc_A":1545795789,"created_at_utc_B":1545794843,"score_A":79,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","human_ref_B":"Interested to hear about cat breeds as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":946.0,"score_ratio":5.6428571429} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck49ue","c_root_id_B":"eckcsjm","created_at_utc_A":1545787986,"created_at_utc_B":1545795789,"score_A":13,"score_B":79,"human_ref_A":"Vet assistant here - so many shih tzus and yorkies","human_ref_B":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7803.0,"score_ratio":6.0769230769} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckajuh","c_root_id_B":"eckcsjm","created_at_utc_A":1545793765,"created_at_utc_B":1545795789,"score_A":12,"score_B":79,"human_ref_A":"Most popular breed is definitely English Bulldogs 2nd is Labs. Least common are Dalmatians and Olde English Sheepdogs. I also see a lot of Papillons and Afgan hounds which I do not think are a very common breed for how often I see them. Also see so many dobermans, they are definitely up there.","human_ref_B":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2024.0,"score_ratio":6.5833333333} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckcsjm","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545795789,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":79,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Soooo many doodles. Goldendoodles, labradoodles, bernadoodles. I'm gonna need people to ease up on the doodles.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5413.0,"score_ratio":15.8} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecjvjwz","c_root_id_B":"ecjpnbp","created_at_utc_A":1545781513,"created_at_utc_B":1545777142,"score_A":67,"score_B":60,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet but a vet tech whose been in the business for almost 4 years now. The most popular breeds I see are probably labs, australian shepards, and mutts that are a mix of many different breeds. I live in the DC suburbs and there tends to be more mutts in this area though, so that might be why. It\u2019s hard to say which breeds are the least popular, but there aren\u2019t many large breed dogs such as Great Danes, Newfoundland\u2019s, and st. Bernard\u2019s as they can be so hard to maintain. As for the stereotypes, the only thing I\u2019ve noticed is that the owners of small dogs (shitzu, yorkie, etc.) that come in wearing bows and dresses tend to be super rude. I know there\u2019s more than that, but I can\u2019t seem to think of any at the moment. I\u2019d be curious to see what other people say! \u00c9dit; Dalmatians are super rare! I can count on my hands the number of times I\u2019ve seen Dalmatians in my entire life.","human_ref_B":"Currently in the UK, French bulldogs are the number one most popular breed (at the despair of us vets...), and I work in an area with a lot of frenchie breeders so I see very many of them. Cockerpoos are also very popular, and I much prefer them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4371.0,"score_ratio":1.1166666667} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck3ovm","c_root_id_B":"eck8x5r","created_at_utc_A":1545787474,"created_at_utc_B":1545792297,"score_A":29,"score_B":52,"human_ref_A":"Pitties and Chihuahuas for sure are the most popular. We also have a ton of Shih Tzus and Labs. I\u2019ve only ever seen one Dalmatian so those are pretty rare.","human_ref_B":"in my 15 year career, i have seen one Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4823.0,"score_ratio":1.7931034483} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck8x5r","c_root_id_B":"eck8k88","created_at_utc_A":1545792297,"created_at_utc_B":1545791973,"score_A":52,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"in my 15 year career, i have seen one Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but spent 4 years working in a vets. I\u2019d see usually at least 2-3 cockapoos every day, but I only ever saw 2-3 dalmations in the whole time I worked there","labels":1,"seconds_difference":324.0,"score_ratio":2.8888888889} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck8x5r","c_root_id_B":"eck49ue","created_at_utc_A":1545792297,"created_at_utc_B":1545787986,"score_A":52,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"in my 15 year career, i have seen one Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.","human_ref_B":"Vet assistant here - so many shih tzus and yorkies","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4311.0,"score_ratio":4.0} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck8x5r","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545792297,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":52,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"in my 15 year career, i have seen one Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1921.0,"score_ratio":10.4} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck9no7","c_root_id_B":"eck3ovm","created_at_utc_A":1545792941,"created_at_utc_B":1545787474,"score_A":34,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Tons of doodles - mostly labra and golden - but I was thinking today that I don't think I've seen a single Bloodhound in 3 years of practice (urban).","human_ref_B":"Pitties and Chihuahuas for sure are the most popular. We also have a ton of Shih Tzus and Labs. I\u2019ve only ever seen one Dalmatian so those are pretty rare.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5467.0,"score_ratio":1.1724137931} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck8k88","c_root_id_B":"eck9no7","created_at_utc_A":1545791973,"created_at_utc_B":1545792941,"score_A":18,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet, but spent 4 years working in a vets. I\u2019d see usually at least 2-3 cockapoos every day, but I only ever saw 2-3 dalmations in the whole time I worked there","human_ref_B":"Tons of doodles - mostly labra and golden - but I was thinking today that I don't think I've seen a single Bloodhound in 3 years of practice (urban).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":968.0,"score_ratio":1.8888888889} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck9no7","c_root_id_B":"eck49ue","created_at_utc_A":1545792941,"created_at_utc_B":1545787986,"score_A":34,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Tons of doodles - mostly labra and golden - but I was thinking today that I don't think I've seen a single Bloodhound in 3 years of practice (urban).","human_ref_B":"Vet assistant here - so many shih tzus and yorkies","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4955.0,"score_ratio":2.6153846154} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck9no7","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545792941,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":34,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Tons of doodles - mostly labra and golden - but I was thinking today that I don't think I've seen a single Bloodhound in 3 years of practice (urban).","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2565.0,"score_ratio":6.8} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck8k88","c_root_id_B":"eckbgms","created_at_utc_A":1545791973,"created_at_utc_B":1545794571,"score_A":18,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet, but spent 4 years working in a vets. I\u2019d see usually at least 2-3 cockapoos every day, but I only ever saw 2-3 dalmations in the whole time I worked there","human_ref_B":"Vet receptionist for 14 yrs in North Texas. We see a lot of goldendoodles and they are getting bigger and bigger. Great Danes are also larger and more nervous\/ fear aggressive than they used to be. Frenchies and pit bulls are common. Not many heavy coated breads in our area, probably for good reason. We do get a good number of shelter dogs, which is a good thing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2598.0,"score_ratio":1.3888888889} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckbgms","c_root_id_B":"eck49ue","created_at_utc_A":1545794571,"created_at_utc_B":1545787986,"score_A":25,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Vet receptionist for 14 yrs in North Texas. We see a lot of goldendoodles and they are getting bigger and bigger. Great Danes are also larger and more nervous\/ fear aggressive than they used to be. Frenchies and pit bulls are common. Not many heavy coated breads in our area, probably for good reason. We do get a good number of shelter dogs, which is a good thing.","human_ref_B":"Vet assistant here - so many shih tzus and yorkies","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6585.0,"score_ratio":1.9230769231} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckajuh","c_root_id_B":"eckbgms","created_at_utc_A":1545793765,"created_at_utc_B":1545794571,"score_A":12,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Most popular breed is definitely English Bulldogs 2nd is Labs. Least common are Dalmatians and Olde English Sheepdogs. I also see a lot of Papillons and Afgan hounds which I do not think are a very common breed for how often I see them. Also see so many dobermans, they are definitely up there.","human_ref_B":"Vet receptionist for 14 yrs in North Texas. We see a lot of goldendoodles and they are getting bigger and bigger. Great Danes are also larger and more nervous\/ fear aggressive than they used to be. Frenchies and pit bulls are common. Not many heavy coated breads in our area, probably for good reason. We do get a good number of shelter dogs, which is a good thing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":806.0,"score_ratio":2.0833333333} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckbgms","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545794571,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":25,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Vet receptionist for 14 yrs in North Texas. We see a lot of goldendoodles and they are getting bigger and bigger. Great Danes are also larger and more nervous\/ fear aggressive than they used to be. Frenchies and pit bulls are common. Not many heavy coated breads in our area, probably for good reason. We do get a good number of shelter dogs, which is a good thing.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4195.0,"score_ratio":5.0} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck8k88","c_root_id_B":"ecktah7","created_at_utc_A":1545791973,"created_at_utc_B":1545818032,"score_A":18,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"Not a vet, but spent 4 years working in a vets. I\u2019d see usually at least 2-3 cockapoos every day, but I only ever saw 2-3 dalmations in the whole time I worked there","human_ref_B":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":26059.0,"score_ratio":1.1111111111} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecktah7","c_root_id_B":"eckbrjq","created_at_utc_A":1545818032,"created_at_utc_B":1545794843,"score_A":20,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","human_ref_B":"Interested to hear about cat breeds as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23189.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck49ue","c_root_id_B":"ecktah7","created_at_utc_A":1545787986,"created_at_utc_B":1545818032,"score_A":13,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"Vet assistant here - so many shih tzus and yorkies","human_ref_B":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30046.0,"score_ratio":1.5384615385} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecktah7","c_root_id_B":"eckajuh","created_at_utc_A":1545818032,"created_at_utc_B":1545793765,"score_A":20,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","human_ref_B":"Most popular breed is definitely English Bulldogs 2nd is Labs. Least common are Dalmatians and Olde English Sheepdogs. I also see a lot of Papillons and Afgan hounds which I do not think are a very common breed for how often I see them. Also see so many dobermans, they are definitely up there.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24267.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecktah7","c_root_id_B":"eckib5c","created_at_utc_A":1545818032,"created_at_utc_B":1545801469,"score_A":20,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","human_ref_B":"I work for an ER\/Specialty hospital in the DFW area. One of our specialties is neurology so we see looooooooots of dachshunds due to the breed being prone to back issues. We also see looooooots of frenchies for back issues and meningitis. We also have an internal medicine department so we see a ton of yorkies because of collapsing trache\/heart disease\/meningitis\/PLN\/liver shunts. Our ER department sees all kinds of things. When I worked in GP, I would say our most common breeds were labs, goldens, yorkies, shih tzus, beagles, cockers, and poodle mixes. GSD's have been increasing it seems. We rarely saw purebred cats at my GP and if so they were Siamese. We see a lot of sphynx at my clinic now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16563.0,"score_ratio":1.5384615385} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecktah7","c_root_id_B":"eckcvy1","created_at_utc_A":1545818032,"created_at_utc_B":1545795878,"score_A":20,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","human_ref_B":"Aside from the usual DSG, we've got a lot of Abyssinians at my office. Some Siamese and Sphynx as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22154.0,"score_ratio":2.8571428571} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck6uy7","c_root_id_B":"ecktah7","created_at_utc_A":1545790376,"created_at_utc_B":1545818032,"score_A":5,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","human_ref_B":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":27656.0,"score_ratio":4.0} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecktah7","c_root_id_B":"eckex30","created_at_utc_A":1545818032,"created_at_utc_B":1545797772,"score_A":20,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","human_ref_B":"Most of our clientele is pits and pit mixes. A lot of Rottweilers and Cane Corsos as well. And then Shih Tzus and the variety of little mixes that people breed from them. We see quite a few Dobermans as we\u2019re on of the few practices around that still has a doctor who does ear cropping. As far as cats most are your average DSH, however I have one client who breeds Sphinx cats. They\u2019re awesome and we see her and her buyers fairly frequently.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20260.0,"score_ratio":5.0} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckmj50","c_root_id_B":"ecktah7","created_at_utc_A":1545807210,"created_at_utc_B":1545818032,"score_A":4,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"I travel all over North Texas for my vet assistant job and the kind of dogs I see most vary on whether I\u2019m in a city or more rural. In the cities, I see chihuahuas, dachshunds, bully breeds, and Yorkies. Out in the country, I\u2019ll see way more labs, heelers, Great Pyrenees, GSDs, and German short haired pointers. Rarest breeds I\u2019ve come across are the Akbash, Briard, and Dalmatian. Most interesting cross was a Doberman\/Dane mix that was completely white with blue eyes and he was HUGE!","human_ref_B":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10822.0,"score_ratio":5.0} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckha8r","c_root_id_B":"ecktah7","created_at_utc_A":1545800270,"created_at_utc_B":1545818032,"score_A":3,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"I worked at a dog and cat hotel for years during college (this is less than 10 years ago), I only ever saw an Irish Wolfhound once.","human_ref_B":"The rise in popular crossbreeds such as the French-goldenschnoodlespockershidor and related silly names has meant the 'stereotypical' owner isn't really as common anymore, but generalisations can be made within other areas. 1. Dogs, especially working dogs, are being exercised less. As a result, through lack of owner education, these dogs are becoming more obese and more frustrated resulting in compulsive undesirable behavioural traits. 2. Smaller dogs are becoming more anxious as they are increasingly 'mothered' by their owners. This results in increased rates of dog attacks. 3. People are claiming on their insurance policies more frequently. Classically insurance was used for large unexpected bills only such as a broken leg or an expensive long term medical issue. Now, people are claiming for any condition that goes over their excess. As a result, premiums are increasing and exclusions are being put on policies as standard. It's not all doom and gloom though! 1. With the exception of brachycephalic (short nosed dogs), with the rise in popularity of crossbreeds, overall I feel the health of the population is increasing as genetic issues are being bred out. 2. Newer generations of medications are more effective and as such we are able to meet client expectations quicker, generally resulting in an increased client satisfaction and an increased use of preventative healthcare. Probably not the answers to the question you asked, but just my observations!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17762.0,"score_ratio":6.6666666667} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck49ue","c_root_id_B":"eck8k88","created_at_utc_A":1545787986,"created_at_utc_B":1545791973,"score_A":13,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Vet assistant here - so many shih tzus and yorkies","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but spent 4 years working in a vets. I\u2019d see usually at least 2-3 cockapoos every day, but I only ever saw 2-3 dalmations in the whole time I worked there","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3987.0,"score_ratio":1.3846153846} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck6uy7","c_root_id_B":"eck8k88","created_at_utc_A":1545790376,"created_at_utc_B":1545791973,"score_A":5,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet, but spent 4 years working in a vets. I\u2019d see usually at least 2-3 cockapoos every day, but I only ever saw 2-3 dalmations in the whole time I worked there","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1597.0,"score_ratio":3.6} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eck49ue","c_root_id_B":"eckbrjq","created_at_utc_A":1545787986,"created_at_utc_B":1545794843,"score_A":13,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Vet assistant here - so many shih tzus and yorkies","human_ref_B":"Interested to hear about cat breeds as well.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6857.0,"score_ratio":1.0769230769} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckbrjq","c_root_id_B":"eckajuh","created_at_utc_A":1545794843,"created_at_utc_B":1545793765,"score_A":14,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Interested to hear about cat breeds as well.","human_ref_B":"Most popular breed is definitely English Bulldogs 2nd is Labs. Least common are Dalmatians and Olde English Sheepdogs. I also see a lot of Papillons and Afgan hounds which I do not think are a very common breed for how often I see them. Also see so many dobermans, they are definitely up there.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1078.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckbrjq","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545794843,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":14,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Interested to hear about cat breeds as well.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4467.0,"score_ratio":2.8} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckajuh","c_root_id_B":"eckib5c","created_at_utc_A":1545793765,"created_at_utc_B":1545801469,"score_A":12,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Most popular breed is definitely English Bulldogs 2nd is Labs. Least common are Dalmatians and Olde English Sheepdogs. I also see a lot of Papillons and Afgan hounds which I do not think are a very common breed for how often I see them. Also see so many dobermans, they are definitely up there.","human_ref_B":"I work for an ER\/Specialty hospital in the DFW area. One of our specialties is neurology so we see looooooooots of dachshunds due to the breed being prone to back issues. We also see looooooots of frenchies for back issues and meningitis. We also have an internal medicine department so we see a ton of yorkies because of collapsing trache\/heart disease\/meningitis\/PLN\/liver shunts. Our ER department sees all kinds of things. When I worked in GP, I would say our most common breeds were labs, goldens, yorkies, shih tzus, beagles, cockers, and poodle mixes. GSD's have been increasing it seems. We rarely saw purebred cats at my GP and if so they were Siamese. We see a lot of sphynx at my clinic now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7704.0,"score_ratio":1.0833333333} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckajuh","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545793765,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Most popular breed is definitely English Bulldogs 2nd is Labs. Least common are Dalmatians and Olde English Sheepdogs. I also see a lot of Papillons and Afgan hounds which I do not think are a very common breed for how often I see them. Also see so many dobermans, they are definitely up there.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3389.0,"score_ratio":2.4} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckcvy1","c_root_id_B":"eckib5c","created_at_utc_A":1545795878,"created_at_utc_B":1545801469,"score_A":7,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Aside from the usual DSG, we've got a lot of Abyssinians at my office. Some Siamese and Sphynx as well.","human_ref_B":"I work for an ER\/Specialty hospital in the DFW area. One of our specialties is neurology so we see looooooooots of dachshunds due to the breed being prone to back issues. We also see looooooots of frenchies for back issues and meningitis. We also have an internal medicine department so we see a ton of yorkies because of collapsing trache\/heart disease\/meningitis\/PLN\/liver shunts. Our ER department sees all kinds of things. When I worked in GP, I would say our most common breeds were labs, goldens, yorkies, shih tzus, beagles, cockers, and poodle mixes. GSD's have been increasing it seems. We rarely saw purebred cats at my GP and if so they were Siamese. We see a lot of sphynx at my clinic now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5591.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckib5c","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545801469,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":13,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I work for an ER\/Specialty hospital in the DFW area. One of our specialties is neurology so we see looooooooots of dachshunds due to the breed being prone to back issues. We also see looooooots of frenchies for back issues and meningitis. We also have an internal medicine department so we see a ton of yorkies because of collapsing trache\/heart disease\/meningitis\/PLN\/liver shunts. Our ER department sees all kinds of things. When I worked in GP, I would say our most common breeds were labs, goldens, yorkies, shih tzus, beagles, cockers, and poodle mixes. GSD's have been increasing it seems. We rarely saw purebred cats at my GP and if so they were Siamese. We see a lot of sphynx at my clinic now.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11093.0,"score_ratio":2.6} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckib5c","c_root_id_B":"eckex30","created_at_utc_A":1545801469,"created_at_utc_B":1545797772,"score_A":13,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I work for an ER\/Specialty hospital in the DFW area. One of our specialties is neurology so we see looooooooots of dachshunds due to the breed being prone to back issues. We also see looooooots of frenchies for back issues and meningitis. We also have an internal medicine department so we see a ton of yorkies because of collapsing trache\/heart disease\/meningitis\/PLN\/liver shunts. Our ER department sees all kinds of things. When I worked in GP, I would say our most common breeds were labs, goldens, yorkies, shih tzus, beagles, cockers, and poodle mixes. GSD's have been increasing it seems. We rarely saw purebred cats at my GP and if so they were Siamese. We see a lot of sphynx at my clinic now.","human_ref_B":"Most of our clientele is pits and pit mixes. A lot of Rottweilers and Cane Corsos as well. And then Shih Tzus and the variety of little mixes that people breed from them. We see quite a few Dobermans as we\u2019re on of the few practices around that still has a doctor who does ear cropping. As far as cats most are your average DSH, however I have one client who breeds Sphinx cats. They\u2019re awesome and we see her and her buyers fairly frequently.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3697.0,"score_ratio":3.25} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckib5c","c_root_id_B":"eckha8r","created_at_utc_A":1545801469,"created_at_utc_B":1545800270,"score_A":13,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I work for an ER\/Specialty hospital in the DFW area. One of our specialties is neurology so we see looooooooots of dachshunds due to the breed being prone to back issues. We also see looooooots of frenchies for back issues and meningitis. We also have an internal medicine department so we see a ton of yorkies because of collapsing trache\/heart disease\/meningitis\/PLN\/liver shunts. Our ER department sees all kinds of things. When I worked in GP, I would say our most common breeds were labs, goldens, yorkies, shih tzus, beagles, cockers, and poodle mixes. GSD's have been increasing it seems. We rarely saw purebred cats at my GP and if so they were Siamese. We see a lot of sphynx at my clinic now.","human_ref_B":"I worked at a dog and cat hotel for years during college (this is less than 10 years ago), I only ever saw an Irish Wolfhound once.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1199.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecl2kxc","c_root_id_B":"eckcvy1","created_at_utc_A":1545831873,"created_at_utc_B":1545795878,"score_A":11,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I work in Michigan and the rarest breeds I\u2019ve seen are the Petit Basset Griffon Vend\u00e9en, Russian Shepherd, Berger Picard, and Tibetan mastiff. Most popular breeds are pit bulls, any other kind of bully breed (mastiffs, frenchies, bulldogs) shih tzus, chihuahuas, Yorkies, and doodles. I\u2019ve actually seen quite a few Dalmatians too but I wouldn\u2019t consider them popular. One stereotype that is kinda new is Corgi owners- almost 100% of the time are meme loving millennials that are underprepared for the herding dog that they acquired and love to be the center of attention in the waiting room.","human_ref_B":"Aside from the usual DSG, we've got a lot of Abyssinians at my office. Some Siamese and Sphynx as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":35995.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"ecl2kxc","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545831873,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":11,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I work in Michigan and the rarest breeds I\u2019ve seen are the Petit Basset Griffon Vend\u00e9en, Russian Shepherd, Berger Picard, and Tibetan mastiff. Most popular breeds are pit bulls, any other kind of bully breed (mastiffs, frenchies, bulldogs) shih tzus, chihuahuas, Yorkies, and doodles. I\u2019ve actually seen quite a few Dalmatians too but I wouldn\u2019t consider them popular. One stereotype that is kinda new is Corgi owners- almost 100% of the time are meme loving millennials that are underprepared for the herding dog that they acquired and love to be the center of attention in the waiting room.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":41497.0,"score_ratio":2.2} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckex30","c_root_id_B":"ecl2kxc","created_at_utc_A":1545797772,"created_at_utc_B":1545831873,"score_A":4,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Most of our clientele is pits and pit mixes. A lot of Rottweilers and Cane Corsos as well. And then Shih Tzus and the variety of little mixes that people breed from them. We see quite a few Dobermans as we\u2019re on of the few practices around that still has a doctor who does ear cropping. As far as cats most are your average DSH, however I have one client who breeds Sphinx cats. They\u2019re awesome and we see her and her buyers fairly frequently.","human_ref_B":"I work in Michigan and the rarest breeds I\u2019ve seen are the Petit Basset Griffon Vend\u00e9en, Russian Shepherd, Berger Picard, and Tibetan mastiff. Most popular breeds are pit bulls, any other kind of bully breed (mastiffs, frenchies, bulldogs) shih tzus, chihuahuas, Yorkies, and doodles. I\u2019ve actually seen quite a few Dalmatians too but I wouldn\u2019t consider them popular. One stereotype that is kinda new is Corgi owners- almost 100% of the time are meme loving millennials that are underprepared for the herding dog that they acquired and love to be the center of attention in the waiting room.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":34101.0,"score_ratio":2.75} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckmj50","c_root_id_B":"ecl2kxc","created_at_utc_A":1545807210,"created_at_utc_B":1545831873,"score_A":4,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I travel all over North Texas for my vet assistant job and the kind of dogs I see most vary on whether I\u2019m in a city or more rural. In the cities, I see chihuahuas, dachshunds, bully breeds, and Yorkies. Out in the country, I\u2019ll see way more labs, heelers, Great Pyrenees, GSDs, and German short haired pointers. Rarest breeds I\u2019ve come across are the Akbash, Briard, and Dalmatian. Most interesting cross was a Doberman\/Dane mix that was completely white with blue eyes and he was HUGE!","human_ref_B":"I work in Michigan and the rarest breeds I\u2019ve seen are the Petit Basset Griffon Vend\u00e9en, Russian Shepherd, Berger Picard, and Tibetan mastiff. Most popular breeds are pit bulls, any other kind of bully breed (mastiffs, frenchies, bulldogs) shih tzus, chihuahuas, Yorkies, and doodles. I\u2019ve actually seen quite a few Dalmatians too but I wouldn\u2019t consider them popular. One stereotype that is kinda new is Corgi owners- almost 100% of the time are meme loving millennials that are underprepared for the herding dog that they acquired and love to be the center of attention in the waiting room.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24663.0,"score_ratio":2.75} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckha8r","c_root_id_B":"ecl2kxc","created_at_utc_A":1545800270,"created_at_utc_B":1545831873,"score_A":3,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I worked at a dog and cat hotel for years during college (this is less than 10 years ago), I only ever saw an Irish Wolfhound once.","human_ref_B":"I work in Michigan and the rarest breeds I\u2019ve seen are the Petit Basset Griffon Vend\u00e9en, Russian Shepherd, Berger Picard, and Tibetan mastiff. Most popular breeds are pit bulls, any other kind of bully breed (mastiffs, frenchies, bulldogs) shih tzus, chihuahuas, Yorkies, and doodles. I\u2019ve actually seen quite a few Dalmatians too but I wouldn\u2019t consider them popular. One stereotype that is kinda new is Corgi owners- almost 100% of the time are meme loving millennials that are underprepared for the herding dog that they acquired and love to be the center of attention in the waiting room.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":31603.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckcvy1","c_root_id_B":"eck6uy7","created_at_utc_A":1545795878,"created_at_utc_B":1545790376,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Aside from the usual DSG, we've got a lot of Abyssinians at my office. Some Siamese and Sphynx as well.","human_ref_B":"labs, retrievers, and mutts of those two are probably the most popular at my clinic outside of seattle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5502.0,"score_ratio":1.4} {"post_id":"a9ixth","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Vets...what are the most popular breeds you see on a day to day basis? What rare breeds you dont see as often? Is there any particular breed that has a certain stereotype of owner? Just something I\u2019m curious on","c_root_id_A":"eckmj50","c_root_id_B":"eckha8r","created_at_utc_A":1545807210,"created_at_utc_B":1545800270,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I travel all over North Texas for my vet assistant job and the kind of dogs I see most vary on whether I\u2019m in a city or more rural. In the cities, I see chihuahuas, dachshunds, bully breeds, and Yorkies. Out in the country, I\u2019ll see way more labs, heelers, Great Pyrenees, GSDs, and German short haired pointers. Rarest breeds I\u2019ve come across are the Akbash, Briard, and Dalmatian. Most interesting cross was a Doberman\/Dane mix that was completely white with blue eyes and he was HUGE!","human_ref_B":"I worked at a dog and cat hotel for years during college (this is less than 10 years ago), I only ever saw an Irish Wolfhound once.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6940.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333} {"post_id":"grwxf9","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is pet insurance\/wellness plans worth it for an adult dog with a lot of health problems? My dog Coconut is a 6 year old spayed Maltese mix. We got her from the animal shelter when she was 1 and she\u2019s had... a lot of health issues since then. She had recurrent ear infections, skin problems, knee problems(with her hind leg) and eye infections twice. My parents have already spent so much money on her care, admins we have mostly taken her to Tijuana for ver care, since it\u2019s cheaper. Of course with COVID-19, we haven\u2019t been able to cross the border frequently and I\u2019ve been looking for a vet here that I can take her too. Besides all her medical issues, she also has really bad breath and I want to get her teeth taken care of. I\u2019m set to start a new job in September which will give me more money that I\u2019m hoping to contribute to her care. With all those things considered, is pet care worth it? We\u2019ve hoped around different vets here in the US(mainly using first client gets a free visit coupon) but I\u2019m looking for consistency for her care. Should I get pet insurance and if so what kind? Should I look into wellness plans?","c_root_id_A":"fs1qcuj","c_root_id_B":"fs1soi2","created_at_utc_A":1590633416,"created_at_utc_B":1590634818,"score_A":10,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"I have pet insurance for my dog who is prone to health issues. If you're pet already has issues, they'll be considered preexisting and won't be covered. But because my dog is high maintenance, she's had other health issues and the insurance has helped a lot!","human_ref_B":"Let me rephrase my comment. Maybe check out Banfield\u2019s wellness plan. I BELIEVE you can do any of the plans even with \u201cpre existing\u201d conditions.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1402.0,"score_ratio":2.2} {"post_id":"grwxf9","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is pet insurance\/wellness plans worth it for an adult dog with a lot of health problems? My dog Coconut is a 6 year old spayed Maltese mix. We got her from the animal shelter when she was 1 and she\u2019s had... a lot of health issues since then. She had recurrent ear infections, skin problems, knee problems(with her hind leg) and eye infections twice. My parents have already spent so much money on her care, admins we have mostly taken her to Tijuana for ver care, since it\u2019s cheaper. Of course with COVID-19, we haven\u2019t been able to cross the border frequently and I\u2019ve been looking for a vet here that I can take her too. Besides all her medical issues, she also has really bad breath and I want to get her teeth taken care of. I\u2019m set to start a new job in September which will give me more money that I\u2019m hoping to contribute to her care. With all those things considered, is pet care worth it? We\u2019ve hoped around different vets here in the US(mainly using first client gets a free visit coupon) but I\u2019m looking for consistency for her care. Should I get pet insurance and if so what kind? Should I look into wellness plans?","c_root_id_A":"fs1wk92","c_root_id_B":"fs1qcuj","created_at_utc_A":1590637237,"created_at_utc_B":1590633416,"score_A":13,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Pet insurance is worth it dependent upon your pet. Pet insurance will almost always recommend pet insurance because that\u2019s business. Luckily, there is a website called: https:\/\/www.consumersadvocate.org\/pet-insurance\/a\/best-pet-insurance?pd=true&keyword=%2Bpet%20%2Binsurance&gca_campaignid=140219582&gca_adgroupid=8018950022&gca_matchtype=b&gca_network=g&gca_device=m&gca_adposition=&gca_loc_interest_ms=&gca_loc_physical_ms=9004152&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2_7z6dDV6QIVAovICh33sg_cEAAYASAAEgLI4PD_BwE and others that allow you to compare which best fits you. You have to realistically calculate how much you\u2019d be spending and how much you could actually just set aside in a savings account. Dependent of your pets current health and future concerns, you must weigh that out. Good luck!","human_ref_B":"I have pet insurance for my dog who is prone to health issues. If you're pet already has issues, they'll be considered preexisting and won't be covered. But because my dog is high maintenance, she's had other health issues and the insurance has helped a lot!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3821.0,"score_ratio":1.3} {"post_id":"grwxf9","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is pet insurance\/wellness plans worth it for an adult dog with a lot of health problems? My dog Coconut is a 6 year old spayed Maltese mix. We got her from the animal shelter when she was 1 and she\u2019s had... a lot of health issues since then. She had recurrent ear infections, skin problems, knee problems(with her hind leg) and eye infections twice. My parents have already spent so much money on her care, admins we have mostly taken her to Tijuana for ver care, since it\u2019s cheaper. Of course with COVID-19, we haven\u2019t been able to cross the border frequently and I\u2019ve been looking for a vet here that I can take her too. Besides all her medical issues, she also has really bad breath and I want to get her teeth taken care of. I\u2019m set to start a new job in September which will give me more money that I\u2019m hoping to contribute to her care. With all those things considered, is pet care worth it? We\u2019ve hoped around different vets here in the US(mainly using first client gets a free visit coupon) but I\u2019m looking for consistency for her care. Should I get pet insurance and if so what kind? Should I look into wellness plans?","c_root_id_A":"fs1ya8w","c_root_id_B":"fs2e1sm","created_at_utc_A":1590638349,"created_at_utc_B":1590650367,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Pre-existing conditions are often exempt until you have 6 months of no occurrence. Generally, insurance plans are worth it, but it will require pretty thorough analysis in your case of cost vs benefits, but insurances pay what they cover pretty well and insurance will always provide a blanket of safety at a cost. The infections you'll likely be able to not occur in 6 months with very careful at-home care. It's worth researching though what some carriers consider pre-existing, how to get rid of it and cost regardless of that.","human_ref_B":"Vet here. 100% get it if you can. Again like what the others said, check the fine print and make sure the insurance will pay for things like surgeries, major and minor lnesses, dental extractions etc. Check what they will pay for pre-existing conditions like your dog's recurrent ear\/eye infections. Most importantly, you want to think long term. The last thing you want is to not be able to afford the quality medicine and diagnostic you need because it costs several hundred or thousand dollars in the future since smaller breed dogs can live much longer than their larger counterparts. There is a great reddit post on r\/personalfinance about pet insurance and cost of taking care of an animal that i highly encourage you to check out. I tracked the expenses for my German shephard dog Edit: Added link and fixed typos","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12018.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"grwxf9","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is pet insurance\/wellness plans worth it for an adult dog with a lot of health problems? My dog Coconut is a 6 year old spayed Maltese mix. We got her from the animal shelter when she was 1 and she\u2019s had... a lot of health issues since then. She had recurrent ear infections, skin problems, knee problems(with her hind leg) and eye infections twice. My parents have already spent so much money on her care, admins we have mostly taken her to Tijuana for ver care, since it\u2019s cheaper. Of course with COVID-19, we haven\u2019t been able to cross the border frequently and I\u2019ve been looking for a vet here that I can take her too. Besides all her medical issues, she also has really bad breath and I want to get her teeth taken care of. I\u2019m set to start a new job in September which will give me more money that I\u2019m hoping to contribute to her care. With all those things considered, is pet care worth it? We\u2019ve hoped around different vets here in the US(mainly using first client gets a free visit coupon) but I\u2019m looking for consistency for her care. Should I get pet insurance and if so what kind? Should I look into wellness plans?","c_root_id_A":"fs2e1sm","c_root_id_B":"fs297yx","created_at_utc_A":1590650367,"created_at_utc_B":1590646275,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Vet here. 100% get it if you can. Again like what the others said, check the fine print and make sure the insurance will pay for things like surgeries, major and minor lnesses, dental extractions etc. Check what they will pay for pre-existing conditions like your dog's recurrent ear\/eye infections. Most importantly, you want to think long term. The last thing you want is to not be able to afford the quality medicine and diagnostic you need because it costs several hundred or thousand dollars in the future since smaller breed dogs can live much longer than their larger counterparts. There is a great reddit post on r\/personalfinance about pet insurance and cost of taking care of an animal that i highly encourage you to check out. I tracked the expenses for my German shephard dog Edit: Added link and fixed typos","human_ref_B":"I'm usually a fan of pet insurance, as it means you can pursue treatment you otherwise could not have. However, unlike most human health insurance, it won't cover preexisting conditions. So, if you are hoping to spend less on care for her existing knee issue or skin issues, etc, it will not help. If she develops a new problem, it will help with that. Ultimately it's a very personal thing and there isn't a blanket answer for every person or every pet.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4092.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333} {"post_id":"jlcr3x","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"All pets in the house are itching, but they have no fleas and have all been treated for fleas with collars. We have a 2 year old terrier\/hound mix dog, a long haired cat, and three short haired cats all between 3 and 5 years old. They have all had flea treatment and wear sirestro collars with no signs of fleas. For some reason they are constantly itching for the past 3 months and we can't figure out what it is. One cat was itching so bad she ended up getting dermatitis and had to be on an antibiotic and a steroid for 2 weeks. She stopped itching while on those but within 2 days after her treatment she went right back to the itching. We've tried different types of foods including some with probiotics and some that claimed to be for healthy skins and coats. Iams, Hills, and Friskies were some brands. For wet food we've tried Friskies, Iams, and Sheeba. We've tried both tap water and bottled water for them to drink. Nothing has been cleaned with any chemicals. One cat had a stool sample checked and it came back fine, no worms or anything. I don't know what we are missing. I don't think it's a behavioral issue since they're all doing it and there isn't any new stress in their environment and they seem fine otherwise. Could there be some other bug like mites or something that would cause this? We're really at a loss on what to do.","c_root_id_A":"gaomi27","c_root_id_B":"gaoof7a","created_at_utc_A":1604134440,"created_at_utc_B":1604136809,"score_A":7,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"Have you been flea treating the house and car as well as the animals ?","human_ref_B":"Are they still wearing their flea collars? Is it possible that they react to the treatment?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2369.0,"score_ratio":3.8571428571} {"post_id":"jlcr3x","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"All pets in the house are itching, but they have no fleas and have all been treated for fleas with collars. We have a 2 year old terrier\/hound mix dog, a long haired cat, and three short haired cats all between 3 and 5 years old. They have all had flea treatment and wear sirestro collars with no signs of fleas. For some reason they are constantly itching for the past 3 months and we can't figure out what it is. One cat was itching so bad she ended up getting dermatitis and had to be on an antibiotic and a steroid for 2 weeks. She stopped itching while on those but within 2 days after her treatment she went right back to the itching. We've tried different types of foods including some with probiotics and some that claimed to be for healthy skins and coats. Iams, Hills, and Friskies were some brands. For wet food we've tried Friskies, Iams, and Sheeba. We've tried both tap water and bottled water for them to drink. Nothing has been cleaned with any chemicals. One cat had a stool sample checked and it came back fine, no worms or anything. I don't know what we are missing. I don't think it's a behavioral issue since they're all doing it and there isn't any new stress in their environment and they seem fine otherwise. Could there be some other bug like mites or something that would cause this? We're really at a loss on what to do.","c_root_id_A":"gaomi27","c_root_id_B":"gaox6nw","created_at_utc_A":1604134440,"created_at_utc_B":1604146324,"score_A":7,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Have you been flea treating the house and car as well as the animals ?","human_ref_B":"If it's all animals, there's a higher probability that is something infectious. A vet check is needed, and a skin cytology and skin scraping should be performed at minimum. A negative skin scrape does not rule out mites.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11884.0,"score_ratio":3.2857142857} {"post_id":"jlcr3x","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"All pets in the house are itching, but they have no fleas and have all been treated for fleas with collars. We have a 2 year old terrier\/hound mix dog, a long haired cat, and three short haired cats all between 3 and 5 years old. They have all had flea treatment and wear sirestro collars with no signs of fleas. For some reason they are constantly itching for the past 3 months and we can't figure out what it is. One cat was itching so bad she ended up getting dermatitis and had to be on an antibiotic and a steroid for 2 weeks. She stopped itching while on those but within 2 days after her treatment she went right back to the itching. We've tried different types of foods including some with probiotics and some that claimed to be for healthy skins and coats. Iams, Hills, and Friskies were some brands. For wet food we've tried Friskies, Iams, and Sheeba. We've tried both tap water and bottled water for them to drink. Nothing has been cleaned with any chemicals. One cat had a stool sample checked and it came back fine, no worms or anything. I don't know what we are missing. I don't think it's a behavioral issue since they're all doing it and there isn't any new stress in their environment and they seem fine otherwise. Could there be some other bug like mites or something that would cause this? We're really at a loss on what to do.","c_root_id_A":"gaox6nw","c_root_id_B":"gaorxlt","created_at_utc_A":1604146324,"created_at_utc_B":1604140891,"score_A":23,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If it's all animals, there's a higher probability that is something infectious. A vet check is needed, and a skin cytology and skin scraping should be performed at minimum. A negative skin scrape does not rule out mites.","human_ref_B":"Dry skin, rash?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5433.0,"score_ratio":11.5} {"post_id":"jlcr3x","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"All pets in the house are itching, but they have no fleas and have all been treated for fleas with collars. We have a 2 year old terrier\/hound mix dog, a long haired cat, and three short haired cats all between 3 and 5 years old. They have all had flea treatment and wear sirestro collars with no signs of fleas. For some reason they are constantly itching for the past 3 months and we can't figure out what it is. One cat was itching so bad she ended up getting dermatitis and had to be on an antibiotic and a steroid for 2 weeks. She stopped itching while on those but within 2 days after her treatment she went right back to the itching. We've tried different types of foods including some with probiotics and some that claimed to be for healthy skins and coats. Iams, Hills, and Friskies were some brands. For wet food we've tried Friskies, Iams, and Sheeba. We've tried both tap water and bottled water for them to drink. Nothing has been cleaned with any chemicals. One cat had a stool sample checked and it came back fine, no worms or anything. I don't know what we are missing. I don't think it's a behavioral issue since they're all doing it and there isn't any new stress in their environment and they seem fine otherwise. Could there be some other bug like mites or something that would cause this? We're really at a loss on what to do.","c_root_id_A":"gaomi27","c_root_id_B":"gaoxs9b","created_at_utc_A":1604134440,"created_at_utc_B":1604146871,"score_A":7,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Have you been flea treating the house and car as well as the animals ?","human_ref_B":"This really needs a vet visit to help get to the bottom of it. Infectious agents and parasites seem suspicious given it is all the animals, but finding out what is going to lead to best treatment.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12431.0,"score_ratio":2.2857142857} {"post_id":"jlcr3x","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"All pets in the house are itching, but they have no fleas and have all been treated for fleas with collars. We have a 2 year old terrier\/hound mix dog, a long haired cat, and three short haired cats all between 3 and 5 years old. They have all had flea treatment and wear sirestro collars with no signs of fleas. For some reason they are constantly itching for the past 3 months and we can't figure out what it is. One cat was itching so bad she ended up getting dermatitis and had to be on an antibiotic and a steroid for 2 weeks. She stopped itching while on those but within 2 days after her treatment she went right back to the itching. We've tried different types of foods including some with probiotics and some that claimed to be for healthy skins and coats. Iams, Hills, and Friskies were some brands. For wet food we've tried Friskies, Iams, and Sheeba. We've tried both tap water and bottled water for them to drink. Nothing has been cleaned with any chemicals. One cat had a stool sample checked and it came back fine, no worms or anything. I don't know what we are missing. I don't think it's a behavioral issue since they're all doing it and there isn't any new stress in their environment and they seem fine otherwise. Could there be some other bug like mites or something that would cause this? We're really at a loss on what to do.","c_root_id_A":"gaoxs9b","c_root_id_B":"gaorxlt","created_at_utc_A":1604146871,"created_at_utc_B":1604140891,"score_A":16,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"This really needs a vet visit to help get to the bottom of it. Infectious agents and parasites seem suspicious given it is all the animals, but finding out what is going to lead to best treatment.","human_ref_B":"Dry skin, rash?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5980.0,"score_ratio":8.0} {"post_id":"jlcr3x","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"All pets in the house are itching, but they have no fleas and have all been treated for fleas with collars. We have a 2 year old terrier\/hound mix dog, a long haired cat, and three short haired cats all between 3 and 5 years old. They have all had flea treatment and wear sirestro collars with no signs of fleas. For some reason they are constantly itching for the past 3 months and we can't figure out what it is. One cat was itching so bad she ended up getting dermatitis and had to be on an antibiotic and a steroid for 2 weeks. She stopped itching while on those but within 2 days after her treatment she went right back to the itching. We've tried different types of foods including some with probiotics and some that claimed to be for healthy skins and coats. Iams, Hills, and Friskies were some brands. For wet food we've tried Friskies, Iams, and Sheeba. We've tried both tap water and bottled water for them to drink. Nothing has been cleaned with any chemicals. One cat had a stool sample checked and it came back fine, no worms or anything. I don't know what we are missing. I don't think it's a behavioral issue since they're all doing it and there isn't any new stress in their environment and they seem fine otherwise. Could there be some other bug like mites or something that would cause this? We're really at a loss on what to do.","c_root_id_A":"gaoyt43","c_root_id_B":"gaorxlt","created_at_utc_A":1604147740,"created_at_utc_B":1604140891,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Which flea treatment did you use besides the seresto collars?","human_ref_B":"Dry skin, rash?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6849.0,"score_ratio":3.0} {"post_id":"zq4thh","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Is there something I can give my 20 yr old cat that will just make her feel good? I dunno how to better ask the question. Species:black short hair Age:around 20 yrs Sex\/Neuter status:female spayed Breed:n\/a Body weight:7lbs History:A year ago she showed just the beginning numbers on some of the values for kidney disease. She began losing the use of her back legs 2 years ago. She has arthritis. She remains ambulatory, but only with her upper body, and her forepaw \"wrists\" no longer maintain rigidity. She is incontinent and encompretic, wearing cat diapers and requiring assisted dilation of the anus and positioning of fecal matter to facilitate defecation. Clinical signs: She's old and enjoys the little things. I keep her close and am sensative to her needs. Can I give her something that makes her feel good. Steroids perhaps? Duration:Until the end, my friends. Your general location:Nashville TN Links to test results, X-rays, vet reports etc:","c_root_id_A":"j0wy6sd","c_root_id_B":"j0x0p04","created_at_utc_A":1671497886,"created_at_utc_B":1671499041,"score_A":10,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"You can speak with your vet about sedatives or painkillers for this final phase of her life, if you feel she\u2019s uncomfortable.","human_ref_B":"It sounds like it\u2019s time to consider her quality of life. Talk to your vet about options, including pain killers, but it may also be time to discuss humane euthanasia.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1155.0,"score_ratio":2.7} {"post_id":"vswidc","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Want to know if the Dewormer I have would help kitten Found a stray kitten , around 2-4 weeks old , outside and it has a few fly maggots coming out of its rectum and I was wondering what I could try and do to help it at home till I can get the kitten to a vet. The kitten is drinking kitten formula perfectly fine and is wagging her tail but she is \"screeching\" here and there at the moment which she didn't start doing until less then an hour ago , thirty minutes at most. I do have dewormer ( WormEze Feline Anthelmintic Liquid ) but I'm not sure if that would help or harm the kitten Or if I should just head right to the vet to get it treated","c_root_id_A":"if47aqr","c_root_id_B":"if4ov8t","created_at_utc_A":1657137763,"created_at_utc_B":1657145075,"score_A":11,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"If she has maggots coming out of her you def need to take her to the vet! I think we\u2019re past dewormer. Also can you show us the baby!","human_ref_B":"You\u2019ve gotten a lot of good advice already, but just for the record: Dewormer is for internal worms, and maggots are because flies have laid eggs on her, so dewormer won\u2019t help with the maggot situation. Hope you\u2019re able to get to a vet soon! Thank you for helping her.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7312.0,"score_ratio":1.6363636364} {"post_id":"vswidc","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Want to know if the Dewormer I have would help kitten Found a stray kitten , around 2-4 weeks old , outside and it has a few fly maggots coming out of its rectum and I was wondering what I could try and do to help it at home till I can get the kitten to a vet. The kitten is drinking kitten formula perfectly fine and is wagging her tail but she is \"screeching\" here and there at the moment which she didn't start doing until less then an hour ago , thirty minutes at most. I do have dewormer ( WormEze Feline Anthelmintic Liquid ) but I'm not sure if that would help or harm the kitten Or if I should just head right to the vet to get it treated","c_root_id_A":"if3zq2t","c_root_id_B":"if4ov8t","created_at_utc_A":1657134535,"created_at_utc_B":1657145075,"score_A":5,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Thank you so much for your patience and kindness with the baby!","human_ref_B":"You\u2019ve gotten a lot of good advice already, but just for the record: Dewormer is for internal worms, and maggots are because flies have laid eggs on her, so dewormer won\u2019t help with the maggot situation. Hope you\u2019re able to get to a vet soon! Thank you for helping her.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10540.0,"score_ratio":3.6} {"post_id":"vswidc","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Want to know if the Dewormer I have would help kitten Found a stray kitten , around 2-4 weeks old , outside and it has a few fly maggots coming out of its rectum and I was wondering what I could try and do to help it at home till I can get the kitten to a vet. The kitten is drinking kitten formula perfectly fine and is wagging her tail but she is \"screeching\" here and there at the moment which she didn't start doing until less then an hour ago , thirty minutes at most. I do have dewormer ( WormEze Feline Anthelmintic Liquid ) but I'm not sure if that would help or harm the kitten Or if I should just head right to the vet to get it treated","c_root_id_A":"if47aqr","c_root_id_B":"if3zq2t","created_at_utc_A":1657137763,"created_at_utc_B":1657134535,"score_A":11,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If she has maggots coming out of her you def need to take her to the vet! I think we\u2019re past dewormer. Also can you show us the baby!","human_ref_B":"Thank you so much for your patience and kindness with the baby!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3228.0,"score_ratio":2.2} {"post_id":"96vf8d","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Cat having a deep cut (dog bite?) and seems sick. We have no access to vet. I'm looking for any tips on what to do, searching the web does not help much because taking the cat to a vet is not an option. We live in tropical conditions in the middle of the Pacific ocean. Species: Domestic cat Age: 10 months Sex\/Neuter status: male, not neutered Body weight: Normal History: The cat lives mainly indoors, now returned from runaway and has got a deep wound. We noticed the injury 3 days ago. He seems now tired, and has no appetite and drinks very little. We have tropical climate here and he seems even to be too lazy to find to the coolest room with a\/c. Now, three days after, he keeps licking the wound, which is now bright red and is bleeding a little, leaving a red stain on the floor where he has been sleeping. (Links to pics attached) We live on Tarawa atoll in Kiribati, and there is no vet available. There is only the most essential medicine available in hospitals and only one pharmacy to look for medicine, but the selection is narrow. At home we have a reserve of medicines and supplies, like antiseptics, bacitracin\/neomycin gel and Cephalexin 500 mg tablets. Please, any help is welcome. We would appreciate to hear what are the realistic options... to look for some medication, trying to cover the cut to prevent licking, or something else. I understand this is maybe a serious case now... Thank you in advance so much. First pic showing the cut 3 days ago: https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/mi38th9h969ub0i\/lepakko-bite-3206.jpg Second one showing the cut right now: https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/zi0wa73nl4nk168\/lepakko-bite-3224.jpg","c_root_id_A":"e43k2ug","c_root_id_B":"e43jwik","created_at_utc_A":1534137245,"created_at_utc_B":1534136985,"score_A":14,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"I know you say you can\u2019t get to a vet but that seems painfully infected and really requires a doctors care, knowledge and medications most likely. (Antibiotics)","human_ref_B":"Seems like need antibiotics","labels":1,"seconds_difference":260.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667} {"post_id":"96vf8d","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Cat having a deep cut (dog bite?) and seems sick. We have no access to vet. I'm looking for any tips on what to do, searching the web does not help much because taking the cat to a vet is not an option. We live in tropical conditions in the middle of the Pacific ocean. Species: Domestic cat Age: 10 months Sex\/Neuter status: male, not neutered Body weight: Normal History: The cat lives mainly indoors, now returned from runaway and has got a deep wound. We noticed the injury 3 days ago. He seems now tired, and has no appetite and drinks very little. We have tropical climate here and he seems even to be too lazy to find to the coolest room with a\/c. Now, three days after, he keeps licking the wound, which is now bright red and is bleeding a little, leaving a red stain on the floor where he has been sleeping. (Links to pics attached) We live on Tarawa atoll in Kiribati, and there is no vet available. There is only the most essential medicine available in hospitals and only one pharmacy to look for medicine, but the selection is narrow. At home we have a reserve of medicines and supplies, like antiseptics, bacitracin\/neomycin gel and Cephalexin 500 mg tablets. Please, any help is welcome. We would appreciate to hear what are the realistic options... to look for some medication, trying to cover the cut to prevent licking, or something else. I understand this is maybe a serious case now... Thank you in advance so much. First pic showing the cut 3 days ago: https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/mi38th9h969ub0i\/lepakko-bite-3206.jpg Second one showing the cut right now: https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/zi0wa73nl4nk168\/lepakko-bite-3224.jpg","c_root_id_A":"e43tv27","c_root_id_B":"e43n0hq","created_at_utc_A":1534156279,"created_at_utc_B":1534142036,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I agree with what others have said re flushing the wound with saline, keeping the cat from licking it, and I understand that you don't have access to a vet but can you get to a human doctor who could stitch the wound up? It's a long shot if they'd say yes to it but maybe you'll find some kind person. This looks pretty big and not like it will heal easily by itself. You could also try calling a vet and ask if they would send cat suitable antibiotics via mail. I've seen a street dog once who had a wound like this on his back and it turned into a nightmare of an infected hole the size of a fist as it was left completely untreated. At least this cat has you caring for her. Good luck and keep us updated.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet. If you can't build a cone to prevent licking, a lot of cats will fit into a baby onesie. This shows the general idea. If you don't have access to a baby onesie, maybe you can make something similar with a t-shirt. As far as I know, you don't want to keep the wound covered all the time, but covered in a shirt is better than your cat licking it. Like I said, not a vet. Maybe a vet can chime in on this suggestion.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14243.0,"score_ratio":1.25} {"post_id":"96vf8d","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Cat having a deep cut (dog bite?) and seems sick. We have no access to vet. I'm looking for any tips on what to do, searching the web does not help much because taking the cat to a vet is not an option. We live in tropical conditions in the middle of the Pacific ocean. Species: Domestic cat Age: 10 months Sex\/Neuter status: male, not neutered Body weight: Normal History: The cat lives mainly indoors, now returned from runaway and has got a deep wound. We noticed the injury 3 days ago. He seems now tired, and has no appetite and drinks very little. We have tropical climate here and he seems even to be too lazy to find to the coolest room with a\/c. Now, three days after, he keeps licking the wound, which is now bright red and is bleeding a little, leaving a red stain on the floor where he has been sleeping. (Links to pics attached) We live on Tarawa atoll in Kiribati, and there is no vet available. There is only the most essential medicine available in hospitals and only one pharmacy to look for medicine, but the selection is narrow. At home we have a reserve of medicines and supplies, like antiseptics, bacitracin\/neomycin gel and Cephalexin 500 mg tablets. Please, any help is welcome. We would appreciate to hear what are the realistic options... to look for some medication, trying to cover the cut to prevent licking, or something else. I understand this is maybe a serious case now... Thank you in advance so much. First pic showing the cut 3 days ago: https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/mi38th9h969ub0i\/lepakko-bite-3206.jpg Second one showing the cut right now: https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/zi0wa73nl4nk168\/lepakko-bite-3224.jpg","c_root_id_A":"e45xd7n","c_root_id_B":"e44ruy0","created_at_utc_A":1534239455,"created_at_utc_B":1534190420,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hi I am a vet and agree with alot of the comments already - clip the site, keep clean, flush with saline to keep clean, leave the wound open. The most recent photo looks like a classical cat fight\/bite abscess and some cats do not bat an eyelid, others are really flat and quite sick. Antibiotics and pain relief certainly would have helped speed of recovery, but greatest relief comes from the abscess bursting and draining the pus\/infection out. It looks like from your second photo and descriptions of behaviour that your cat is on the road to recovery. Our vet team (me & 4 others) arrive on 27th August (i.e. in 2 weeks yesterday) for 8 surgical days - we are funded through donations, self-funding and the generosity of Farriervet (Australia). We run cat\/dog health and desexing clinics. This trip we start at Betio (behind the council office main building) for 4 days, then move to TUC council area in Teaoraereke. We would be happy to have a look at your cat but suspect you will not need us to have a look. Incidentally, we do not charge local people anything, Our costs are high, and we are always happy to receive any donations. Farriervet [judith@farriervet.com](mailto:judith@farriervet.com) has a registered charity with ACNC for the work (search for Mardie-Chi dingo Foundation), however donations are not tax deductible. Hope to meet you soon!","human_ref_B":"I am so glad to tell you that I just woke up and saw the cat playing the first time in days, his appetite seems to be back and the wound looks better, the water bottle collar works... A friend of mine, a human doctor asked help from a vet he knows, so far it looks the game is not lost! ... but I understand he is still sick. For now I keep the cat indoors and keep taking care of him as I can.. and wait for a contact from the human doctor.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":49035.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333} {"post_id":"x5mwph","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Why does my dog still have fleas after taking Simparica Trio less than 3 weeks ago? Dog, 4 months, neutered, mix, about 25 pounds, fleas seen I brought a dog home a couple of weeks ago. He took Simparica Trio on the 16th. A few nights ago I noticed a flea on me. One flea, not a huge deal. But last night I saw at least 5 either on me or the dog. He's black so it's hard to really see how many might be on him, but he seems itchy, which only really started in the last few days. He was 22lbs the day he took the Simparica so he got the 22-44 lbs dose. I gave all of my cats Revolution last night, but this morning I saw a flea on one of my cats too. None of them ever go outside. Help!","c_root_id_A":"in35a5g","c_root_id_B":"in22vh7","created_at_utc_A":1662316702,"created_at_utc_B":1662301435,"score_A":15,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Treating fleas is more complicated than giving a preventative. You\u2019re going to need to give preventative, bathe your dog, and get the environment your dog is in treated for fleas. A flea preventative isn\u2019t going to do much good if your dog is in a flea-infested yard every single day. Get your yard treated for fleas, give your dog a bath in a dog-safe shampoo, and give your dog a monthly preventative.","human_ref_B":"Not a vet. Might need to bomb your home. DIY pest control places should have some good recommendations for ya. Stay away from large chain retail stores, those products are bunk.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15267.0,"score_ratio":2.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4l9wio","c_root_id_B":"i4kv1mm","created_at_utc_A":1649870816,"created_at_utc_B":1649865161,"score_A":18,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"In my area, vet insurance isn't handled the way medical insurance is. I pay the vet bill then I send it to the insurance company for reimbursement. WIth my own medical insurance, the doctor's office handles the billing to my insurance company. There are some different plans, like the one through Banfield, where they run it and you go to their clinics. So it depends on what you are looking for.","human_ref_B":"Please also familiarize yourself with common breed-related diseases that affect bulldogs and other brachycephalic or \"flat faced\" dogs: https:\/\/kb.rspca.org.au\/knowledge-base\/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-brachycephalic-dogs\/","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5655.0,"score_ratio":1.2} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4l9wio","c_root_id_B":"i4kuyjq","created_at_utc_A":1649870816,"created_at_utc_B":1649865128,"score_A":18,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"In my area, vet insurance isn't handled the way medical insurance is. I pay the vet bill then I send it to the insurance company for reimbursement. WIth my own medical insurance, the doctor's office handles the billing to my insurance company. There are some different plans, like the one through Banfield, where they run it and you go to their clinics. So it depends on what you are looking for.","human_ref_B":"I haven't heard of vets rejecting pet insurance but I think it would be prudent to call your regular vet and make sure that company is supported. It can be extremely worth it especially with that breed. They are very prone to issues, especially skin and breathing related ones and the insurance could save you a lot in the long run. It's easy to dismiss it when they're a puppy thinking nothing will go wrong but issues almost always come by surprise. There's a few times I wished I had paid for insurance for a pet, it brings a lot of peace of mind having it. I've spent nearly 20k on vet bills in the past 5 years for 3 small breed dogs. Edit: I'd like to add that you should shop around a bit for coverage, prices and deductible comparisons. Costco (in Canada at least) offers a pretty competitive service.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5688.0,"score_ratio":9.0} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4kuyjq","c_root_id_B":"i4kv1mm","created_at_utc_A":1649865128,"created_at_utc_B":1649865161,"score_A":2,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"I haven't heard of vets rejecting pet insurance but I think it would be prudent to call your regular vet and make sure that company is supported. It can be extremely worth it especially with that breed. They are very prone to issues, especially skin and breathing related ones and the insurance could save you a lot in the long run. It's easy to dismiss it when they're a puppy thinking nothing will go wrong but issues almost always come by surprise. There's a few times I wished I had paid for insurance for a pet, it brings a lot of peace of mind having it. I've spent nearly 20k on vet bills in the past 5 years for 3 small breed dogs. Edit: I'd like to add that you should shop around a bit for coverage, prices and deductible comparisons. Costco (in Canada at least) offers a pretty competitive service.","human_ref_B":"Please also familiarize yourself with common breed-related diseases that affect bulldogs and other brachycephalic or \"flat faced\" dogs: https:\/\/kb.rspca.org.au\/knowledge-base\/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-brachycephalic-dogs\/","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33.0,"score_ratio":7.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4kuyjq","c_root_id_B":"i4m8pr4","created_at_utc_A":1649865128,"created_at_utc_B":1649884493,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I haven't heard of vets rejecting pet insurance but I think it would be prudent to call your regular vet and make sure that company is supported. It can be extremely worth it especially with that breed. They are very prone to issues, especially skin and breathing related ones and the insurance could save you a lot in the long run. It's easy to dismiss it when they're a puppy thinking nothing will go wrong but issues almost always come by surprise. There's a few times I wished I had paid for insurance for a pet, it brings a lot of peace of mind having it. I've spent nearly 20k on vet bills in the past 5 years for 3 small breed dogs. Edit: I'd like to add that you should shop around a bit for coverage, prices and deductible comparisons. Costco (in Canada at least) offers a pretty competitive service.","human_ref_B":"It really depends on your needs and what type of vet you use. I have Nationwide pet insurance and like others have said I just pay the bill then submit a claim after everything is done and they will reimburse most of (if not all) what I paid. It saved me quite a bit of money on a TPLO surgery. If your vet practice is a multiple location vet \"franchise\" then they may have an in-house or proprietary insurance company that for the most part is only accepted by them. With my first boxer we used one of those and their portion of the visit was handled when I finished the visit.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19365.0,"score_ratio":3.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4mqyo5","c_root_id_B":"i4mdnrg","created_at_utc_A":1649892140,"created_at_utc_B":1649886473,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Save your money. Just put the $60 +\/- in a savings account instead. If you do go for it, stay away from Figo.","human_ref_B":"Yes. Worth it 1,000%. Accidents happen. Illness happens. Think about your personal finances now and where you think they'll be 5, 10, 15 years into your dog's life. Can you afford a $10,000 bill? Would a $10,000 vet bill force you to say goodbye to your loved one early when you could have helped them? I can assure you that medical bills add up quick. My pup was diagnosed Monday with encephalitis. We came so close to losing her and the cost for finding our what was wrong and the first treatment was $8,000. A slipped disk would have cost us up to $15,000 depending on where the problem was. 9 years ago my same pup broke her leg. That surgery on an 11 week old puppy all those years ago was $4,000. I've had so many people that put a dollar value on their pets tell me they would have put her down just for that! They'd probably have a stroke knowing the cost of her illness. My pet insurance is injury only and costs me $25 a month per pup. I only don't have illness because I couldn't afford it when I got them. Now, I will never have another dog or cat without both injury and illness insurance. Shit happens. Insurance is piece of mind knowing that you can save them when shit happens.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5667.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4mdnrg","c_root_id_B":"i4kuyjq","created_at_utc_A":1649886473,"created_at_utc_B":1649865128,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Yes. Worth it 1,000%. Accidents happen. Illness happens. Think about your personal finances now and where you think they'll be 5, 10, 15 years into your dog's life. Can you afford a $10,000 bill? Would a $10,000 vet bill force you to say goodbye to your loved one early when you could have helped them? I can assure you that medical bills add up quick. My pup was diagnosed Monday with encephalitis. We came so close to losing her and the cost for finding our what was wrong and the first treatment was $8,000. A slipped disk would have cost us up to $15,000 depending on where the problem was. 9 years ago my same pup broke her leg. That surgery on an 11 week old puppy all those years ago was $4,000. I've had so many people that put a dollar value on their pets tell me they would have put her down just for that! They'd probably have a stroke knowing the cost of her illness. My pet insurance is injury only and costs me $25 a month per pup. I only don't have illness because I couldn't afford it when I got them. Now, I will never have another dog or cat without both injury and illness insurance. Shit happens. Insurance is piece of mind knowing that you can save them when shit happens.","human_ref_B":"I haven't heard of vets rejecting pet insurance but I think it would be prudent to call your regular vet and make sure that company is supported. It can be extremely worth it especially with that breed. They are very prone to issues, especially skin and breathing related ones and the insurance could save you a lot in the long run. It's easy to dismiss it when they're a puppy thinking nothing will go wrong but issues almost always come by surprise. There's a few times I wished I had paid for insurance for a pet, it brings a lot of peace of mind having it. I've spent nearly 20k on vet bills in the past 5 years for 3 small breed dogs. Edit: I'd like to add that you should shop around a bit for coverage, prices and deductible comparisons. Costco (in Canada at least) offers a pretty competitive service.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21345.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4kuyjq","c_root_id_B":"i4mqyo5","created_at_utc_A":1649865128,"created_at_utc_B":1649892140,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I haven't heard of vets rejecting pet insurance but I think it would be prudent to call your regular vet and make sure that company is supported. It can be extremely worth it especially with that breed. They are very prone to issues, especially skin and breathing related ones and the insurance could save you a lot in the long run. It's easy to dismiss it when they're a puppy thinking nothing will go wrong but issues almost always come by surprise. There's a few times I wished I had paid for insurance for a pet, it brings a lot of peace of mind having it. I've spent nearly 20k on vet bills in the past 5 years for 3 small breed dogs. Edit: I'd like to add that you should shop around a bit for coverage, prices and deductible comparisons. Costco (in Canada at least) offers a pretty competitive service.","human_ref_B":"Save your money. Just put the $60 +\/- in a savings account instead. If you do go for it, stay away from Figo.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":27012.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4kuyjq","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649865128,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I haven't heard of vets rejecting pet insurance but I think it would be prudent to call your regular vet and make sure that company is supported. It can be extremely worth it especially with that breed. They are very prone to issues, especially skin and breathing related ones and the insurance could save you a lot in the long run. It's easy to dismiss it when they're a puppy thinking nothing will go wrong but issues almost always come by surprise. There's a few times I wished I had paid for insurance for a pet, it brings a lot of peace of mind having it. I've spent nearly 20k on vet bills in the past 5 years for 3 small breed dogs. Edit: I'd like to add that you should shop around a bit for coverage, prices and deductible comparisons. Costco (in Canada at least) offers a pretty competitive service.","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":74645.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4muhfh","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649893690,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"So it\u2019s not like American Medical insurance, you oh up front and then get reimbursed. I have it for my puppy with Embrace (be glad to refer you since we both get something). But either way with a puppy absolutely get it.","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":46083.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4muwff","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649893877,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I have Embrace I payed heavy attention to Breed specific and emergencies when doing research.","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":45896.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4mycad","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649895398,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Worth it for me! My first vet did direct billing, but another I paid first and submitted my receipts.","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":44375.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4n5osz","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649898608,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you have enough cash available at all times to treat the many health issues a bulldog will incur, then you don\u2019t need insurance. But if you don\u2019t, then pay the insurance and over time, it will pay off.","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":41165.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4oydzy","c_root_id_B":"i4nnk9n","created_at_utc_A":1649939773,"created_at_utc_B":1649906919,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","human_ref_B":"Definitely!! You have a bulldog, they have massive amounts of problems that can cost you upwards of 20k.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":32854.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4oydzy","c_root_id_B":"i4nns2j","created_at_utc_A":1649939773,"created_at_utc_B":1649907035,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","human_ref_B":"Yes absolutely","labels":1,"seconds_difference":32738.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4nuesi","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649910728,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I have insurance for all my pets. I\u2019ve had it for years. I haven\u2019t needed to use it yet, but I\u2019d rather have it and never use it then not have it and end up needing it someday.","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29045.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4oydzy","c_root_id_B":"i4o1kek","created_at_utc_A":1649939773,"created_at_utc_B":1649915457,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","human_ref_B":"Disclaimer: I live in Germany. But yes, I\u2019ve needed the insurance at some point for my pets\/wouldn\u2019t want to be in a bad situation without it\/insurance always paid out. Here you have to check that the insurance policy states \u201cyour choice of vet\u201d. Usually then you pay and upload the documents to an app where it\u2019s managed and paid out.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24316.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4o2aqk","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649916001,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I would very much recommend it for an English bulldog. Growing up our dogs never had issues and lived to be very very old. I've had the same experience, I get mixed breeds that are genetically prone to being a bit healthier. I do not get pet insurance, I use a savings account. However, I would absolutely recommend pet insurance for an English bulldog.","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23772.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4okort","c_root_id_B":"i4oydzy","created_at_utc_A":1649931081,"created_at_utc_B":1649939773,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Definitely worth it especially for a bulldog","human_ref_B":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8692.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"u2suvg","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Pet insurance. Is it worth it? Do people use it? Do vets accept it? I have an English bulldog puppy. I was told this breed have lots of health issues. Which is when I thought, \u201cIs dog insurance a thing?\u201d The answer being, duh. Is it worth it? Do all vets accept it?","c_root_id_A":"i4oydzy","c_root_id_B":"i4owg75","created_at_utc_A":1649939773,"created_at_utc_B":1649938750,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm a vet tech. 110% recommend. Healthy Paws is a good insurance","human_ref_B":"It is 100% worth it for purebred pedigree cats and dogs, but you don\u2019t have to. We have pet insurance for our Birman cats as they can be interesting. However I am currently paying a 250$ emergency vet fee as I forgot we had pet insurance and so yeah","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1023.0,"score_ratio":1.5} {"post_id":"4sbfch","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"I'm thinking about going to school to become a veterinarian but i'm not too sure what i'll be getting myself into. What are the hard truths and things people need to know about becoming a Vet before really considering Vet School? Species: Age: Sex\/Neuter status: Breed: Body weight: History: Clinical signs: Duration: Your general location:","c_root_id_A":"d58310d","c_root_id_B":"d57zh8g","created_at_utc_A":1468257445,"created_at_utc_B":1468252732,"score_A":16,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I always say it is the best job in the world that I would never recommend to anyone who can imagine doing ANYTHING else. The highs are super high and the lows are super low. But you only asked about the lows so ... Financial stress is the most important, IMO. You will be in huge debt with relatively low starting salary and not a huge amount of room for increasing salary unless you own, specialize, or work ER. Paying 1500 a month for 15+ years is a black hole of frustration. Esp when your salary is around 70k (maybe less). Every single day there is the stress of managing cases that you could help but owners limit you due to finances, belief systems, etc ... Giving your patients\/clients all you have and the pet dies anyway ... Being called horrible names because you charge for your services ... Calling the police because a client has threatened you or your staff ... Struggling in your marriage because you work long hours and weekends so you miss many dinners, parties, and important events ... Struggling in your marriage and friendships because your work drains you emotionally so you tend to shut down outside the office ... There are good bosses but if you have a shitty one there is nothing to do besides leaving and finding another job and trying not to burn any bridges bc the veterinary community is small and reputation is HUGE ... There is virtually NO oversight to ensure your colleagues practice appropriate medicine and seeing what some \"professionals\" do can be sickening ... (I'm looking at you, Dr Pol) Finding a job is getting harder and harder each year because schools are cranking out huge numbers of graduates and more vet schools are being built\/accredited despite an oversupply of veterinarians in the vast majority of communities. This drives salaries even lower ... Veterinarians have a very high suicide rate by profession. :( Edit : two words","human_ref_B":"Something that's fairly obvious when you think about it but that people don't often consider is that it isn't just about helping animals - the people are the ones who tell you what's going on, and the ones who have to make decisions about what they will or won't do as far as diagnostics or treatment. So for most areas of vet med, it's as much about dealing with the human aspect as any other job. Also I'll just leave this idea here: You can't care more about the pet than their owner does. It will lead to heartbreak. You'll understand that one if you work in the field long enough. The job can be messy and the hours can be long, it depends on where you end up and where you personally draw the line. There's a general idea that individual veterinarians should overextend themselves by being available on a nearly 24\/7 basis, which is fairly toxic to the veterinarians themselves. A lot of practices are shutting this sort of idea down, especially with all of the emergency\/specialty facilities available now, but people still have this sort of notion, and get upset when they can't be \"fit in\" to an already full schedule or seen at 5:59 when the practice closes at 6 for vomiting\/diarrhea that has been going on for five days or itchy skin. Most of these things relate to private practice, whether that's equine or companion animal. There are other aspects of vet med too, like production medicine, lab animal, research, etc....that all have their own little issues. The best advice I can give is to shadow, volunteer or work in a few different areas of vet med before making a decision. It's actually required by most veterinary schools in the USA to have exposure to the field and you'd need letters from veterinarians anyhow.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4713.0,"score_ratio":2.0} {"post_id":"4sbfch","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"I'm thinking about going to school to become a veterinarian but i'm not too sure what i'll be getting myself into. What are the hard truths and things people need to know about becoming a Vet before really considering Vet School? Species: Age: Sex\/Neuter status: Breed: Body weight: History: Clinical signs: Duration: Your general location:","c_root_id_A":"d580wpw","c_root_id_B":"d58310d","created_at_utc_A":1468254660,"created_at_utc_B":1468257445,"score_A":3,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"The vet at my clinic always recommends \"All Creatures Great and Small\" by James Harriott. The situations are dated and some parts aren't all that relatable, but it still captures the feeling of veterinary work pretty well. Certainly worth a read regardless of your final choice.","human_ref_B":"I always say it is the best job in the world that I would never recommend to anyone who can imagine doing ANYTHING else. The highs are super high and the lows are super low. But you only asked about the lows so ... Financial stress is the most important, IMO. You will be in huge debt with relatively low starting salary and not a huge amount of room for increasing salary unless you own, specialize, or work ER. Paying 1500 a month for 15+ years is a black hole of frustration. Esp when your salary is around 70k (maybe less). Every single day there is the stress of managing cases that you could help but owners limit you due to finances, belief systems, etc ... Giving your patients\/clients all you have and the pet dies anyway ... Being called horrible names because you charge for your services ... Calling the police because a client has threatened you or your staff ... Struggling in your marriage because you work long hours and weekends so you miss many dinners, parties, and important events ... Struggling in your marriage and friendships because your work drains you emotionally so you tend to shut down outside the office ... There are good bosses but if you have a shitty one there is nothing to do besides leaving and finding another job and trying not to burn any bridges bc the veterinary community is small and reputation is HUGE ... There is virtually NO oversight to ensure your colleagues practice appropriate medicine and seeing what some \"professionals\" do can be sickening ... (I'm looking at you, Dr Pol) Finding a job is getting harder and harder each year because schools are cranking out huge numbers of graduates and more vet schools are being built\/accredited despite an oversupply of veterinarians in the vast majority of communities. This drives salaries even lower ... Veterinarians have a very high suicide rate by profession. :( Edit : two words","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2785.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333} {"post_id":"4sbfch","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"I'm thinking about going to school to become a veterinarian but i'm not too sure what i'll be getting myself into. What are the hard truths and things people need to know about becoming a Vet before really considering Vet School? Species: Age: Sex\/Neuter status: Breed: Body weight: History: Clinical signs: Duration: Your general location:","c_root_id_A":"d58ityg","c_root_id_B":"d580wpw","created_at_utc_A":1468279253,"created_at_utc_B":1468254660,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've written about the difficult parts of the job before if you wanna have a look. Personally, I'm looking to change my career into human medicine.","human_ref_B":"The vet at my clinic always recommends \"All Creatures Great and Small\" by James Harriott. The situations are dated and some parts aren't all that relatable, but it still captures the feeling of veterinary work pretty well. Certainly worth a read regardless of your final choice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24593.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333} {"post_id":"4sbfch","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"I'm thinking about going to school to become a veterinarian but i'm not too sure what i'll be getting myself into. What are the hard truths and things people need to know about becoming a Vet before really considering Vet School? Species: Age: Sex\/Neuter status: Breed: Body weight: History: Clinical signs: Duration: Your general location:","c_root_id_A":"d58hpp0","c_root_id_B":"d58ityg","created_at_utc_A":1468277530,"created_at_utc_B":1468279253,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I used to study veterinary medicine, but I quit when I realized what it meant for the rest of your life. You can't be a vet and do other things on the side. Being a vet is a calling, and you'll spend the far majority of your waking hours doing vet related stuff. Working 9 to 5? Forget about it. I only worked at a vet's for 2 months, but during that time we got to go home at 5 exactly once. Also look into the amount of jobs near you. Over here (in the Netherlands) the number of open spots is terribly low. Most of my old study mates who graduated are either looking for jobs or have started doing something completely different. I'll echo what was said above. Try and get a temporary job \/ mini internship at a vet's to see if it's really what you want to do for the rest of your life.","human_ref_B":"I've written about the difficult parts of the job before if you wanna have a look. Personally, I'm looking to change my career into human medicine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1723.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333} {"post_id":"d5vwo3","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"2 week postnatal cat is sick, kittens aren't gaining typical weight, vet wants me to wait to come in Breed: short hair tortie Species: cat Age: unknown Sex: female, intact Weight: unknown History: unknown Clinical signs: cough, rumbling purr Duration: 1 week Location: Naples, Italy I have a foster kitty that I found on the streets, already pregnant, mid July. She gave birth two weeks ago and has developed a rumbling purr and a mucus filled cough that happens only when she is held on her back. I have already called my vet, but he doesn't want me to bring her and the kittens in for another two weeks for fear of excess stress for mom (since she is a street cat and I'm assuming has never been in a car) and because of weak the immune system of neonatals. He has me picking up a supplement called Herp on the assumption that it's herpes and wants me to come in when the kittens are 4 weeks old if it doesn't work. But here's my concern: Mama did not eat any of her food last night and I'm concerned it is affecting her milk supply. When weighed today the kittens had only gained 10g, 7g, and 2g in the past 24hrs. Prior to today they have gained 15-25g in a 24hr period. Mama did eat some of her breakfast and we will start the supplement with her dinner. How many days should I let the low weight gain happen before I go to a different vet or start supplementing with kitten formula?","c_root_id_A":"f0oc8ng","c_root_id_B":"f0ofpkh","created_at_utc_A":1568806248,"created_at_utc_B":1568809681,"score_A":9,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Personally, I think you do need to bring them back to the vet. Cats not eating\/gaining weight etc is never a good thing. If you aren\u2019t totally trusting of your current vet then take them for a second opinion instead. It would be best if they had paperwork from your current vet to know the history but if you want to keep it low key for now just go in and meet and decide how you feel about them before transferring everything over. If they agree or you feel even less comfortable with them you can go back in to your previous vet to continue and you\u2019re only out the money for your second opinion.","human_ref_B":"They need to be seen so momma can start in URI meds before babies catch it if that's what it is. I would find a different vet that will treat neonates and prevent anything worse.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3433.0,"score_ratio":1.4444444444} {"post_id":"by26sa","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"My 14 year old Maine Coon is driving us insane We have a 14 year old male Maine Coon, we\u2019ve had him since he was roughly 6 weeks old, so he was separated from his mom a little to early, I believe (we were told he was 8 weeks old, but our vet at the time estimated he was younger). He is neutered. There is also a 7 year old female Calico in the house that he mostly ignores, except for a daily grooming sessions & sharing naps in the sunlight. His medical history is virtually non existent, except for an extended stay at the vet after being neutered because the incision wouldn\u2019t stop bleeding & then he got a secondary infection. Also, my ex would blow marijuana smoke in his face numerous times for a couple of years, without my knowledge of course. The problem we\u2019re having is that within the past 5 years his behavior has become extreme & annoying. He had to have 4-5 teeth pulled about 3 years ago, so we feed him wet food. But he cries for food all day. We have to feed him sometimes 5 x a day because he will not stop howling & following us until we do, & when we got to give him more wet food, we realize he\u2019s barely eaten the previous serving of food. He likes the food, we\u2019ve tried other brands & he won\u2019t eat them at all. This brand he likes, but it\u2019s almost like he forgets he still has food or he won\u2019t eat but a few bites at a time & then it sits out for 30 minutes & he wants fresh fresh food? We can\u2019t figure out a way to feed him so that he is satisfied & we get terrorized in the process. The other issue is that he howls *constantly*. He will go into a room in the house, get in a corner facing the wall & do this really deep howling meow repeatedly. It is literally driving us insane. He\u2019s woken up our 18 month old twins multiple times. He has learned to stand outside their nursery & howl because we\u2019ll definitely give him more food to avoid waking them up, although he does this unrelated to food as well. I don\u2019t know if he has anxiety or behavioral issues or if he is unhappy, but let me repeat, he is literally driving us bonkers. He\u2019s never been a chill cat. He was bouncing off the walls crazy as a kitten & young cat, then adulthood into senior years, even before the babies, he began acting this way with the howling & going crazy stalking us for more food constantly. He\u2019s been to the vet in the past year for a general check up, although my husband didn\u2019t mention any of this to the vet. Can anyone tell me what seems to be going on here? I just want to help him, & in turn help ourselves.","c_root_id_A":"eqby97n","c_root_id_B":"eqby67w","created_at_utc_A":1559958838,"created_at_utc_B":1559958797,"score_A":86,"score_B":50,"human_ref_A":"He needs a thorough exam and labwork including a thyroid panel.","human_ref_B":"Have you had any labwork done recently? That would be the first thing I'd recommend. Get a blood panel done that includes a Chemistry and Thyroid screen.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":41.0,"score_ratio":1.72} {"post_id":"by26sa","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"My 14 year old Maine Coon is driving us insane We have a 14 year old male Maine Coon, we\u2019ve had him since he was roughly 6 weeks old, so he was separated from his mom a little to early, I believe (we were told he was 8 weeks old, but our vet at the time estimated he was younger). He is neutered. There is also a 7 year old female Calico in the house that he mostly ignores, except for a daily grooming sessions & sharing naps in the sunlight. His medical history is virtually non existent, except for an extended stay at the vet after being neutered because the incision wouldn\u2019t stop bleeding & then he got a secondary infection. Also, my ex would blow marijuana smoke in his face numerous times for a couple of years, without my knowledge of course. The problem we\u2019re having is that within the past 5 years his behavior has become extreme & annoying. He had to have 4-5 teeth pulled about 3 years ago, so we feed him wet food. But he cries for food all day. We have to feed him sometimes 5 x a day because he will not stop howling & following us until we do, & when we got to give him more wet food, we realize he\u2019s barely eaten the previous serving of food. He likes the food, we\u2019ve tried other brands & he won\u2019t eat them at all. This brand he likes, but it\u2019s almost like he forgets he still has food or he won\u2019t eat but a few bites at a time & then it sits out for 30 minutes & he wants fresh fresh food? We can\u2019t figure out a way to feed him so that he is satisfied & we get terrorized in the process. The other issue is that he howls *constantly*. He will go into a room in the house, get in a corner facing the wall & do this really deep howling meow repeatedly. It is literally driving us insane. He\u2019s woken up our 18 month old twins multiple times. He has learned to stand outside their nursery & howl because we\u2019ll definitely give him more food to avoid waking them up, although he does this unrelated to food as well. I don\u2019t know if he has anxiety or behavioral issues or if he is unhappy, but let me repeat, he is literally driving us bonkers. He\u2019s never been a chill cat. He was bouncing off the walls crazy as a kitten & young cat, then adulthood into senior years, even before the babies, he began acting this way with the howling & going crazy stalking us for more food constantly. He\u2019s been to the vet in the past year for a general check up, although my husband didn\u2019t mention any of this to the vet. Can anyone tell me what seems to be going on here? I just want to help him, & in turn help ourselves.","c_root_id_A":"eqc9ikg","c_root_id_B":"eqc6bro","created_at_utc_A":1559964725,"created_at_utc_B":1559962926,"score_A":32,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Agree that you should see a vet. In the meantime, take the food away after he's done eating and when he howls for more, just give him back the same serving that he barely ate. :) Are you sure he's not crying for something else?","human_ref_B":"Definitely see a vet. BW for a thyroid panel and chemistry.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1799.0,"score_ratio":8.0} {"post_id":"by26sa","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"My 14 year old Maine Coon is driving us insane We have a 14 year old male Maine Coon, we\u2019ve had him since he was roughly 6 weeks old, so he was separated from his mom a little to early, I believe (we were told he was 8 weeks old, but our vet at the time estimated he was younger). He is neutered. There is also a 7 year old female Calico in the house that he mostly ignores, except for a daily grooming sessions & sharing naps in the sunlight. His medical history is virtually non existent, except for an extended stay at the vet after being neutered because the incision wouldn\u2019t stop bleeding & then he got a secondary infection. Also, my ex would blow marijuana smoke in his face numerous times for a couple of years, without my knowledge of course. The problem we\u2019re having is that within the past 5 years his behavior has become extreme & annoying. He had to have 4-5 teeth pulled about 3 years ago, so we feed him wet food. But he cries for food all day. We have to feed him sometimes 5 x a day because he will not stop howling & following us until we do, & when we got to give him more wet food, we realize he\u2019s barely eaten the previous serving of food. He likes the food, we\u2019ve tried other brands & he won\u2019t eat them at all. This brand he likes, but it\u2019s almost like he forgets he still has food or he won\u2019t eat but a few bites at a time & then it sits out for 30 minutes & he wants fresh fresh food? We can\u2019t figure out a way to feed him so that he is satisfied & we get terrorized in the process. The other issue is that he howls *constantly*. He will go into a room in the house, get in a corner facing the wall & do this really deep howling meow repeatedly. It is literally driving us insane. He\u2019s woken up our 18 month old twins multiple times. He has learned to stand outside their nursery & howl because we\u2019ll definitely give him more food to avoid waking them up, although he does this unrelated to food as well. I don\u2019t know if he has anxiety or behavioral issues or if he is unhappy, but let me repeat, he is literally driving us bonkers. He\u2019s never been a chill cat. He was bouncing off the walls crazy as a kitten & young cat, then adulthood into senior years, even before the babies, he began acting this way with the howling & going crazy stalking us for more food constantly. He\u2019s been to the vet in the past year for a general check up, although my husband didn\u2019t mention any of this to the vet. Can anyone tell me what seems to be going on here? I just want to help him, & in turn help ourselves.","c_root_id_A":"eqc6bro","c_root_id_B":"eqcjhqh","created_at_utc_A":1559962926,"created_at_utc_B":1559971187,"score_A":4,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Definitely see a vet. BW for a thyroid panel and chemistry.","human_ref_B":"If lab results come back negative for everything and it's behavioral, maybe try playing with him instead? He may just want some attention? What sort of food bowl do you give him - is it a food bowl with rounded edges? because some cats can be sensitive to that and prefer flatter bowls so they don't touch their whiskers to it while they eat.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8261.0,"score_ratio":3.25} {"post_id":"hs1tpo","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"I'm worried my new puppy may have vision problems Hello! Recently, my family adopted a 8-week-old, male mini American (Australian) shepherd. This is our first dog, but he seems to be behaving rather normally by our standards. Unfortunately, we believe that he may be experiencing some vision problems. He seems to squint and have a trouble noticing us until we make a loud sound (at first we initially passed this off as him just being an inattentive puppy). He likes to follow, but can often trot off in the wrong direction and lose track of us. He also seems to never chase tennis balls when thrown inside, but will run frenziedly towards the frisbee when it claps loudly against the hard floor. Today, I tried the menace reflex test several times, and received no blink whatsoever. If it helps, attached here are close-ups of his eyes. His pupils look a bit odd, but hopefully they're alright. What should I do? We are scheduling a routine check-up in the near future, but it would be great to hear whether he is okay, and if not, the treatment possibilities. Please let me know if any clarification is needed. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fy8wl1q","c_root_id_B":"fy8wd2w","created_at_utc_A":1594903182,"created_at_utc_B":1594903028,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Are both of his parents merles? Have you looked into his pedigree?","human_ref_B":"Honestly, a vision assessment is best made by a veterinarian during an in-person veterinary exam. In person, an ophthalmoscope can be used by a veterinarian to further examine the eye and may provide valuable insight into your dog's vision and overall health. An ophthalmic exam can be performed by most veterinarians during the initial wellness examination, especially when requested by a pet owner. By 12 weeks of age, your puppy should already have seen a veterinarian of your choosing. If so, contact that veterinarian for additional advice. If not, your puppy should definitely see a veterinarian ASAP. Even if a breeder assured you that your pup received a health assessment and has been totally vaccinated, you really should seek care from a veterinary professional with whom you've established your own veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Hope that helps!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":154.0,"score_ratio":5.0} {"post_id":"hs1tpo","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"I'm worried my new puppy may have vision problems Hello! Recently, my family adopted a 8-week-old, male mini American (Australian) shepherd. This is our first dog, but he seems to be behaving rather normally by our standards. Unfortunately, we believe that he may be experiencing some vision problems. He seems to squint and have a trouble noticing us until we make a loud sound (at first we initially passed this off as him just being an inattentive puppy). He likes to follow, but can often trot off in the wrong direction and lose track of us. He also seems to never chase tennis balls when thrown inside, but will run frenziedly towards the frisbee when it claps loudly against the hard floor. Today, I tried the menace reflex test several times, and received no blink whatsoever. If it helps, attached here are close-ups of his eyes. His pupils look a bit odd, but hopefully they're alright. What should I do? We are scheduling a routine check-up in the near future, but it would be great to hear whether he is okay, and if not, the treatment possibilities. Please let me know if any clarification is needed. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fy8wd2w","c_root_id_B":"fy99x7m","created_at_utc_A":1594903028,"created_at_utc_B":1594910936,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Honestly, a vision assessment is best made by a veterinarian during an in-person veterinary exam. In person, an ophthalmoscope can be used by a veterinarian to further examine the eye and may provide valuable insight into your dog's vision and overall health. An ophthalmic exam can be performed by most veterinarians during the initial wellness examination, especially when requested by a pet owner. By 12 weeks of age, your puppy should already have seen a veterinarian of your choosing. If so, contact that veterinarian for additional advice. If not, your puppy should definitely see a veterinarian ASAP. Even if a breeder assured you that your pup received a health assessment and has been totally vaccinated, you really should seek care from a veterinary professional with whom you've established your own veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Hope that helps!","human_ref_B":"I'm not a vet but I do know that vision and hearing problems are common in \"blue merle\" Australian sheperds. Most pets with vision impairment adapt easily with little effort on the owners part. I definitely recommend mentioning the potential vision issues to your vet so they can check to make sure there are no underlying issues causing vision impairment. If your pup just happens to be visually impaired but is otherwise healthy, you'll be able to make minimal lifestyle changes that will accommodate your dog's disability. You'll want to move furniture around less and be good about not leaving things lying around (blind dogs get used to the placement of objects and can navigate in their homes very well). You'll want to keep your dog leashed or in a yard at all times, and you'll want to work especially hard at training commands verbally. All in all, as long as there's no underlying issues, your pup will likely be just fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7908.0,"score_ratio":2.5} {"post_id":"396dh6","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Found a kitten covered in oil a few days ago. She is staying on my porch and keeps having seizures. She is probably 6-8 weeks old. I found her crying and converted in oil. Took her home gave her a bath with dawn to remove the oil. She was grateful. She has worms and fleas so I have been giving her wet food mixed with food grade diatomaceous earth for the worms( she pooped 3 times and I didn't notice any worms in the third poop) I can't have her in my house because I have two adult cats and I don't know if she had any other diseases. She had been doing well over all eating wet and dry food and drinking water. The problem is she keeps freaking out and having seizures. She runs around the porch uncontrollably bumping into things for about 30 seconds to 2 minutes. The first day it happened 4 times and they were 1-2 minutes long and seemed to be bad. Yesterday she had 3 short ones. And today so far she had one short one. I thought it was poisoning from ingesting motor oil but its been 3 days and they and they still happening. I have zero dollars set aside for this kitten. I'm sure if I had to I could find the money to get her vaccines and fixed when the time comes but I can not afford to take her in for tests. Every place that I have called wants a donation or money to have her seen. I just want her to be okay it wasn't my intention to keep her I just couldn't let her walk around covered in oil and not do anything. My main question is how do seizures work when poisoned. Is it normal for them to occur for 3 or more days? Or is this most likely epilepsy or something else? Is there anything I can do to help minimize the seizures? Or does anyone know a place in Central Valley California area that will take a kitten and help them without requiring money?","c_root_id_A":"cs0qiho","c_root_id_B":"cs0tute","created_at_utc_A":1433868090,"created_at_utc_B":1433873046,"score_A":11,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"The kitten needs veterinary care. Can you put up an online donation thing to make $100 for the shelter? I know I'd contribute.","human_ref_B":"One approach may be to tell shelters that you are willing to foster the kitten. A lot of shelters won't take in any animals if they don't have room, but may help you take care of the kitten's vet costs and find her a new home when she's better if you can keep her at your house until she's adopted. Either way she absolutely needs to see a vet. Seizures can be caused by lots of different things, not just toxins.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4956.0,"score_ratio":1.2727272727} {"post_id":"396dh6","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Found a kitten covered in oil a few days ago. She is staying on my porch and keeps having seizures. She is probably 6-8 weeks old. I found her crying and converted in oil. Took her home gave her a bath with dawn to remove the oil. She was grateful. She has worms and fleas so I have been giving her wet food mixed with food grade diatomaceous earth for the worms( she pooped 3 times and I didn't notice any worms in the third poop) I can't have her in my house because I have two adult cats and I don't know if she had any other diseases. She had been doing well over all eating wet and dry food and drinking water. The problem is she keeps freaking out and having seizures. She runs around the porch uncontrollably bumping into things for about 30 seconds to 2 minutes. The first day it happened 4 times and they were 1-2 minutes long and seemed to be bad. Yesterday she had 3 short ones. And today so far she had one short one. I thought it was poisoning from ingesting motor oil but its been 3 days and they and they still happening. I have zero dollars set aside for this kitten. I'm sure if I had to I could find the money to get her vaccines and fixed when the time comes but I can not afford to take her in for tests. Every place that I have called wants a donation or money to have her seen. I just want her to be okay it wasn't my intention to keep her I just couldn't let her walk around covered in oil and not do anything. My main question is how do seizures work when poisoned. Is it normal for them to occur for 3 or more days? Or is this most likely epilepsy or something else? Is there anything I can do to help minimize the seizures? Or does anyone know a place in Central Valley California area that will take a kitten and help them without requiring money?","c_root_id_A":"cs0tute","c_root_id_B":"cs0plu7","created_at_utc_A":1433873046,"created_at_utc_B":1433866710,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"One approach may be to tell shelters that you are willing to foster the kitten. A lot of shelters won't take in any animals if they don't have room, but may help you take care of the kitten's vet costs and find her a new home when she's better if you can keep her at your house until she's adopted. Either way she absolutely needs to see a vet. Seizures can be caused by lots of different things, not just toxins.","human_ref_B":"I can't help you with information on seizures but have you thought of surrendering her to a no kill shelter? You have pretty much done as much as you can do at home and if she has been poisoned she really does need the correct treatment. I know it is tough and veterinary care can be prohibitively expensive, this may be a case where it's better to give her up because she may not survive otherwise.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6336.0,"score_ratio":1.75} {"post_id":"396dh6","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Found a kitten covered in oil a few days ago. She is staying on my porch and keeps having seizures. She is probably 6-8 weeks old. I found her crying and converted in oil. Took her home gave her a bath with dawn to remove the oil. She was grateful. She has worms and fleas so I have been giving her wet food mixed with food grade diatomaceous earth for the worms( she pooped 3 times and I didn't notice any worms in the third poop) I can't have her in my house because I have two adult cats and I don't know if she had any other diseases. She had been doing well over all eating wet and dry food and drinking water. The problem is she keeps freaking out and having seizures. She runs around the porch uncontrollably bumping into things for about 30 seconds to 2 minutes. The first day it happened 4 times and they were 1-2 minutes long and seemed to be bad. Yesterday she had 3 short ones. And today so far she had one short one. I thought it was poisoning from ingesting motor oil but its been 3 days and they and they still happening. I have zero dollars set aside for this kitten. I'm sure if I had to I could find the money to get her vaccines and fixed when the time comes but I can not afford to take her in for tests. Every place that I have called wants a donation or money to have her seen. I just want her to be okay it wasn't my intention to keep her I just couldn't let her walk around covered in oil and not do anything. My main question is how do seizures work when poisoned. Is it normal for them to occur for 3 or more days? Or is this most likely epilepsy or something else? Is there anything I can do to help minimize the seizures? Or does anyone know a place in Central Valley California area that will take a kitten and help them without requiring money?","c_root_id_A":"cs0qiho","c_root_id_B":"cs0plu7","created_at_utc_A":1433868090,"created_at_utc_B":1433866710,"score_A":11,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"The kitten needs veterinary care. Can you put up an online donation thing to make $100 for the shelter? I know I'd contribute.","human_ref_B":"I can't help you with information on seizures but have you thought of surrendering her to a no kill shelter? You have pretty much done as much as you can do at home and if she has been poisoned she really does need the correct treatment. I know it is tough and veterinary care can be prohibitively expensive, this may be a case where it's better to give her up because she may not survive otherwise.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1380.0,"score_ratio":1.375} {"post_id":"t0iqmq","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Going to take my beagle for a hospital stay for a brain infection and want to know if I am doing the right thing. Rosie is a 10 year old beagle who has been dealing with chronic otitis since November. The infection has spread to inner ears and gotten into the brain. We\u2019ve had a CT done and at first was recommended TECA. But now that she\u2019s been having seizures they don\u2019t want to operate until they see if the infection in the brain can be treated with IV antibiotics during a hospital stay with monitoring from a neurologist. After that we would talk surgery to remove the infection but we aren\u2019t there yet. She\u2019s been comfortable at home. Continues to eat and drink and go to the bathroom with no trouble. Walks around sniffing everything is sight as normal lately which is a big improvement from her being completely lethargic. She is on zonisamide for the seizures and Baytril for the ear infections. Has recently had cytology done to confirm Baytril is the correct med for her. Me and my wife are just beside ourselves right now thinking we had a fairly treatable issue and no things are more guarded. They did recommend and MRI but financially we can only afford the hospital stay and future surgery but the addition of the MRI just puts it to a level that we just cannot afford. We are bringing her in on Monday since the neurologist didn\u2019t see a reason that it had to be done today, plus they aren\u2019t in the office on weekends to be able to monitor her. I just want to make sure we are doing the right thing. Even though our GP and the specialist clinic both agree we are doing everything possible. It just feels like I am failing my best friend.","c_root_id_A":"hyawnfu","c_root_id_B":"hyb1rh0","created_at_utc_A":1645741558,"created_at_utc_B":1645743584,"score_A":8,"score_B":26,"human_ref_A":"I don't have much background or insight to provide regarding the medical issues your pup is going through but you seem to be doing the best you can for her with the resources you have at this time. Which is definitely not failing! Keep your heads up. You're good people for trying to make sure she gets the best care she can.","human_ref_B":"To start, I'm not a veterinary neurologist and I've never treated a dog with otitis interna that's spread from the middle\/inner ear to the brain. However... I'm a veterinary anesthesiologist (10 years) that supervises a veterinary MRI center (4 years), and I have seen a number of dogs that have presented for imaging for near-comatose states, are diagnosed with a brain infection from inner ear disease, have surgery and treatment are have made REMARKABLE recoveries, to the point that they are nearly normal dogs. It is beyond shocking to me that a patient that cannot even swallow, never mind walk, can be respond so quickly. To be fair, we see patients that don't respond that well too, so I don't want to mislead you that an MRI or surgery is a guaranteed cure. It sounds like your approach is a good one. From your description your pup is improving on Bayril and Zoni, and that's a great thing. I'm not saying that you have to pursue surgery if she is improving. Step-wise treatment plans are generally wise ones. If you don't want surgery, or to be very honest couldn't afford it, that's perfectly OK. There are things I have diagnosed that I wouldn't pursue treatment on my own pet, even though I recommend it. We always offer the best possible treatment option first. But if that's not possible for ANY reason (and I promise 99.9% of vets won't EVER judge you for the reason), that's your decision and it's ok. Many families can't afford a CT, or to see a specialist. Give yourself credit for doing all that you've done for her, and don't 'should' on yourself and blame yourself for what your hearts and brains tell you to do. I hope that she continues to do well and improve. It sounds like you have a good team, and partnership in her care. Best to you and your family. - Dr. E.J.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2026.0,"score_ratio":3.25} {"post_id":"b3dhm4","domain":"askvet_test","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Newly adopted dog refuses to leave hiding spot to go potty Sorry, this is a long post! I'm at a loss of how to help our new pup. We adopted Mackenzie 15 weeks ago from a shelter. They think she's about 2.5-3 years old. She had a horrible past, they found her in a sewage drain with a litter of her own puppies when she was about ten months old. They were able to adopt out the puppies, but she was left behind in the shelter. They told me that they often had to trick and force her to go back into the kennel after her outside time was over. The first time we met her we couldn't touch her because of how skittish she was. Now, she's gotten a ton better since then and will cuddle on the bed and even greet some of the people that come into the house. It's been a remarkable improvement that I didn't expect to happen for a very long time. However, we're dealing with another issue that I'm worried will affect her physical health. She's still scared of many things like being outside at night and the lights going on or off inside, and she might be scared of doorways. We\u2019re having some problems interpreting all her behavior.Unfortunately, because of this, she likes to hide in her kennel or the side of the bed. This would be fine, except that she doesn't want to leave the hiding spot to go potty (even during the day time) and she isn't going potty in the house either. We can't bribe her to come out with treats or lure her out with the neighbor's dog inside the house for play time (she loves playing with this dog outside). We've tried putting her on a double leash with our other dog so they walk together to the door, but she won't even stand up. So we have to pick her up and carry or pull her out of the spot and bring her outside. I know this is traumatic for her, but I don't know what else to do. It would be easier if she would just pee inside, but she won't. We tried waiting her out and leaving the door open to see if she'd go outside on her own, but after 12 hours hours we have to force her out. We once waited until 18 hours, but she won't go outside. Once she is outside, she's happy. She runs around and plays with the other dogs. We give lots of treats and play time. When she's indoors she will leave her spots for food, water, and attention, but when we move to open the door she hides again. Sometimes when we approach her outside of her hiding spots she will run away from us, other times she wags her tail and waits for pets. I know we're making it worse by forcing the transition, but I'm worried if we just keep waiting it out that she'll have bladder problems. My husband wants to block off her hiding spots, but I don't want to take away the places she feels safe. We have been doing confidence building activities and lots of positive association with her known fears, but it isn't working fast enough for her to transition from her safe space to outside on her own and each time we force it I think we make it worse. We have a vet appointment to try to get some anxiety meds, but have been denied medication before with our other dog (severe separation anxiety that was unable to be worked through with a professional behaviorist) from two vets that said they won\u2019t give anxiety medication to dogs. It has since been explained the me that it\u2019s a cultural belief (I live in Italy). If I get denied again is there another way to help her? I can also get Trazadone and Xanax from the human pharmacy without a prescription, but \u201cself\u201d medicating sounds like a horrible idea that could go really wrong.","c_root_id_A":"eiz2w9n","c_root_id_B":"eiyyynn","created_at_utc_A":1553104562,"created_at_utc_B":1553102026,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Google these both are important and helpful: B.A.T. dog training Dr. Sophia Yin read the articles and you will find this to be literally a Godsend. it was for me. Id give advice but youre better off reading the articles as id just be saying same thing lol","human_ref_B":"As another commenter said, I'd recommend asking your vet it trying to see if you can get an Animal behaviorist.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2536.0,"score_ratio":1.25}