Under all circumstances I want my vet to attempt to contact me directly for approval. If I’m unreachable: I authorize my emergency contacts to spend the following on emergency care if I am unavailable:
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Notifications
While you are away - do you want your pet’s caregiver to notify you of any concerns?
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If there is an unexpected tragedy and your pet passes away while you are gone - do you want to be notified right away or upon your return?