We all want to keep our pets healthy, and the best way to do that is through regular checkups with the veterinarian. Sometimes those visits lead to the discovery of illnesses or conditions, which can lead to expensive treatments, surgeries, and medications. Then, the bills start piling up, and before long you're having a hard time keeping up financially. Other times, we wish we could take our pets to see our veterinarian more, but there just isn't enough money left over this month to do so.

It was around midnight when he heard it. Faintly, from somewhere outside came the gentle tinkling of a bell. At first he thought it was his imagination, but the sound persisted.