Summary
A cat owner from Michigan faced a high vet bill after their cat, Parker, swallowed a part of a dishwasher. The vet removed the object and part of Parker's intestines, costing the owner about $6,400. Parker is now recovering at home.
Key Facts
- The cat, Parker, swallowed a gasket cap from a dishwasher.
- Parker frequently vomited, which led the owner to initially suspect allergies.
- A Reddit post about the incident gained more than 15,000 upvotes.
- Initial surgery estimates ranged from $8,000 to $10,000.
- Surgery was performed for approximately $6,400, which included removing sections of damaged intestine.
- Parker is now recovering with special dietary care at home.
- The owners, who are college students, received community support to help with the vet bills.
- Similar stories of pets swallowing unusual objects were shared by other Reddit users.
