True Tails from Canadian Pet Parents

Auggie

Kathleen Vaughan, Montreal, Quebec

I had Auggie, my beloved standard poodle and first ever dog for almost 11 years. If it wasn't for Petsecure's financial support over these years, I wouldn't have been able to give Auggie the care he needed for his considerable health issues.

While he was completely healthy as a puppy, over time Auggie developed Addison's disease, hypothyroidism, bladder stones, and ultimately a heart murmur. He then developed ataxia (back leg weakness, likely the after effects of a minor spinal cord deformity or injury), high blood pressure and related blindness.

I had a whole 'team Auggie' of veterinary specialists, including traditional Chinese medicine specialists and acupuncturists. They provided me with advice, medication and support to keep him healthy and as active as possible. As a result, according to my veterinarian, Auggie's quality of life was very high and much better than any other dog they knew with just one of Auggie's many conditions.

My happy pup made friends throughout our Toronto neighbourhood and was considered by many as a 'well-respected member of the community'.

Auggie has recently passed and although he may not be with us anymore, his memory will always live on. Our community even planted a commemorative oak tree in honour of his life.

The initial puppy policy I purchased for Auggie was an essential investment for his entire life. I can't imagine what it would have been like without the reimbursements for treatment and support. In total, Petsecure paid out over $32,000.00 in those 11 years towards Auggie, and I will forever be grateful for this. When I'm ready to get a new puppy, I will invest in Petsecure pet health insurance again.

Thank you so much Petsecure!