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We were congratulating ourselves on having a free diary this week, with no scheduled appointments, and then ‘ting’ a message appeared on Barry’s ‘phone. It was from Medivet, to remind us that Gilbert had a blood test scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at Parsons Green.
I checked my diary and Barry checked his – nothing! In any case, why Parsons Green? It is a residential area in Hammersmith and Fulham, thirty-nine miles from where we live. Two of the daughters live in London and have pets, but neither of them is anywhere near Parsons Green.
Sharyn was in Reception at our veterinary practice this morning and she was intrigued. She was able immediately to pinpoint when the appointment was made – about thirty seconds before the reminder dropped into Barry’s ‘phone! – and said she would contact the practice at Parsons Green. Would he like her to call him back? He thanked her and said that she was a busy person, and it wasn’t necessary. He was just concerned that there was a Gilbert ‘out there’ requiring a blood test, who might miss it.
We are curious, though, and would have loved clarification. Is Gilbert a dog, a hamster, a cockatoo, a snake? We’ll never know. We simply hope the message reached the right person eventually.
As ever, we were impressed by the efficiency of our veterinary practice. We know, from experience, that if it been a reminder from the NHS that we wanted to query or verify, we would have been passed from pillar to post. It would have taken most of the morning, speaking to oh-so-patient receptionists in various departments before someone somewhere would have been able to give us the answer.
So, we still have a clear week. Three cheers!
Ohhh that doggo face, I am in love!!
ReplyDeleteHe really is a sweetheart.
DeleteMix ups like that can cause a lot of stress.
ReplyDeleteIt was worrying to think that an animal in need might be overlooked.
DeleteGood for you for doing the right thing and following up at the vet's office.
ReplyDeleteWe know how we would feel in similar circumstances.
DeleteIt might have been a spam message and a hacker would have been able to get access into your phone if you had answered. Gilbert looks lovely resting on the couch.
ReplyDeleteNo, it was just a text message. 😊 Gilbert knows how to make himself comfortable.
DeleteSometimes I think it'd be easier to get my hooman medical care at the vet's office! Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more. Results come through so much quicker and everything is more efficient.
DeleteCheers for your free week and no blood tests.
ReplyDelete👍
DeleteGilbert has such an intelligent face, perhaps he really _does_ know he has a blood test scheduled, and doesn't want to go ahead with it. I am on Gilbert's side.
ReplyDeleteGilbert loves going to the vet because he always gets treats, and you know how much Labradors appreciate those.
DeleteStrange! My first thought on these occasions is always some sort of spam or phishing exercise.
ReplyDeleteLucky Gilbert. He has escaped the needle.
😁
DeleteI believe vets are allowed to treat humans, but doctors are not allowed to treat animals... I wouldn't swer to this though...
ReplyDeleteI just checked. Neither are allowed to treat the other.😁
DeleteGood point our vets are much better at people skills whilst caring for our pets.
ReplyDeleteI do agree. I suppose vets have to be better communicators, since their patients can't speak for themselves, and owners know their animals.
DeleteWell that was odd. Good thing the receptionist was able to get that straightened out for you
ReplyDeleteWe couldn't' think why Gilbert would be needing a blood test, as, fortunately, he's not ill.
DeleteWe can see that on this planet are loved pets are definitely more important than humans, lol.
ReplyDeletePets are often nicer than people . . .
DeleteHey, Gilbert. Boop your nose!
ReplyDeleteBoop-Oop-a-Doop! 🐶
ReplyDeleteA clear week is great! -Christine cmlk79.blogspit.com
ReplyDeleteIt certainly is.
DeleteAt first I thought you were celebrating a week without dairy. 😀
ReplyDeleteNo doubt Gilbert is just as happy to pass up on that test.
It's so easy to misread - I do it all the time.
DeleteSounds like an innocent mistake but does make you wonder about another Gilbert. Hope they get to the bottom of it, Your dog is so cute.
ReplyDeleteWe hope so, too. Gilbert is a lovely boy.
DeleteA week without medical (or other) appointments is a reason to cheer. We rarely enjoy a week off. Relax, Gilbert (and Janice and Barry).
ReplyDeleteWe're making up for it next week!
DeleteGilbert is very handsome and I feel sure he is an all-around good fellow! I'm glad he didn't have to face the needle this time.
ReplyDeleteHe is a good chap and very affectionate.
ReplyDeleteOh joy, having a free diary sounds blissful!
ReplyDeleteAnyway, I hope that they were able to get through to the right Gilbert's people. I'd be intrigued too ... xxx
We've heard nothing more, so assume the right people have been informed.
DeleteGilbert is so very handsome and I know he is glad he is getting a jab.. this is quite amazing, someone must have made a typo with the phone number, or email address. sometimes we get a message for someone we don't know and I dial the number back to tell them its a wrong number.
ReplyDeleteI had shoes delivered that I hadn't ordered. My order ended up about 80 miles away - I know that's a short distance for you, but it's a lot for us, with our congested roads and narrow lanes!
DeleteGilbert is a lovely boy with a very sweet expression. I look at him and immediately feel non-stressed.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad!
DeleteThree cheers for a clear week ...
ReplyDelete... although I do hope that they were able to get through to the right Gilbert's people!?
That is a lovely photograph of your Gilbert.
All the best Jan
We'll never know, sadly.
DeleteYay and big shout outs for having a clear week. The photo of Gilbert is the cutest..
ReplyDeleteIt's so good to think that our time is our own. 😊
DeleteA gentle reminder that even in the digital age, human efficiency (and curiosity) still triumphs over the mystery of automated messages
ReplyDeleteA fully automated life would be rather barren and soulless, I think.
DeleteThank goodness for the efficiency of your veterinary practice. And good for you for following through when you got the reminder to at least try to see that the reminder went to the right person!
ReplyDeleteIt must have been another owner with our surname, too.
DeleteHi Janice - I so agree to clear days and weeks ... they're a pleasure. I sincerely hope Gilbert got their jab of whatever ... and yes your Gilbert is a delight - as too everyone else!! Cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteWe don't often have those errors from the vets, fortunately.
DeleteIt's so lovely - and rare - to have a clear week!
ReplyDeleteI don't think your weeks are ever clear . . . 😟
DeleteI bet Gilbert is glad that it's a mistake lol
ReplyDeleteHe never minds, because Vets Mean Treats!
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