How much does a C-section really cost? Is a male cat not peeing a life-threatening emergency? In this jam-packed episode of Irreplaceable Tails, hosts Dr. Gershon Alaluf and Mallory Dickinson, RVT are joined by Garth, a third-year vet student, for a fast-paced breakdown of urgent pet symptoms, common misconceptions, and real-world veterinary costs. From ER-or-overreaction games to strange pet behavior and vet bill roulette, this episode blends practical education with humor and honest truth bombs—because knowing when to panic (and how much it might cost) can make all the difference.

🎧 What you'll discover:

• Why male cats who can’t pee need IMMEDIATE care
• What to expect cost-wise for X-rays, C-sections, and chocolate ingestion
• How to tell if strange behavior is “what the fluff” or worth a vet call
• The truth about butter, belly kicks, and pet insurance
• When to communicate early—and why it saves money and lives

👥 Who will love this episode:

• Pet owners dealing with health questions or weird behavior
• First-time puppy or kitten parents
• People confused by vet bills or panicked by symptoms
• Vet students and professionals who want client education to stick

🎬 Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Meet Garth, a third-year vet student 02:00 – ER or Overreaction: butter, blocked cats, belly sneezes 08:00 – Indoor zoomies, chocolate ingestion, allergy flare-ups 12:00 – Vet Bill Roulette: X-rays, C-sections & emergency costs 18:00 – What the Fluff?! Why dogs kick, cats zoom, and goldfish remember 20:00 – Coming soon: Allergies, fleas & the dermatology deep dive

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