In Loving Memory of Monito
A Message from the Heart, and a Warning to All Animal Advocates
It is with immense sorrow that we share the heartbreaking news: our beloved Monito did not survive.
What should have been a journey toward healing became an eye-opening experience into the deceptive practices still present in some veterinary institutions today. For four long days, Monito was subjected to misinformation and neglect—his care manipulated not with compassion, but for financial gain.
At Finding Pasha, we have always believed in the sacred bond between veterinarians and the animals they treat. That bond must be built on integrity, knowledge, and love. But somewhere along the way, that passion seems to have been replaced by greed. Monito’s case is a tragic reminder that not every facility lives up to the oath they once swore. This true story is quite lengthy, so we had to shorten it.
What Happened
On the night of June 4th, we rushed Monito—an otherwise healthy 3-year-old male cat—to a nearby veterinary hospital after he suddenly became lethargic and unresponsive to food. Within 30 minutes of intake, we were presented with an estimate between $1,779 and $2,089, but that estimate lacked vital diagnostics such as bloodwork. It focused instead on fluids and general care—despite Monito clearly being unable to urinate.
Over the next 48 hours, no urgency was applied. Instead, updates came through front desk staff, not attending physicians. On June 6th, we were told surgery was now “urgent” due to a supposed “large mass” seen in an X-ray. We demanded to speak to the actual vet. When she finally appeared, she seemed unaware of the mass and had yet to even review the scan. Upon pulling it up, it was clear the report listed no abnormal findings. She then stated the report was AI-generated and that her own interpretation had yet to be done—two days after admission.
We were pressured into paying 50% of a newly inflated $4,000 surgical estimate upfront to bring in an off-site specialist who only visits on Fridays and Mondays. Suddenly, the urgency was ours to resolve, not theirs to manage.
The Final Hours
On June 7th, we coordinated an emergency transfer to a trusted hospital 20 minutes away which was highly recommended by another rescue. Prior to leaving the so-called animal hospital, we were told the catheter—essential for his urinary blockage—had been removed over an hour earlier. Shockingly, the veterinarian who was supposed to perform the handoff was not even present at the time of removal as he had arrived way after. At this point we did not know who ot believe. So, we decided to focus on Monito’s transfer and deal with these individuals later.
Monito was transported immediately, but passed away shortly after arrival at the new hospital. The diagnostic report that had been promised for June 6th or 7th never existed as vrbally reported did take place by previous veterinarian. The only report on file was from June 4th—the day of intake.
A Plea to Our Community
To all animal lovers, rescue partners, and pet parents: be vigilant.
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Ask direct questions about your veterinarian’s emergency care capabilities.
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Request diagnostic reports and ask for them to be explained in simple language.
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Do not let warm smiles or well-rehearsed scripts fool you. Compassion is not a performance—it is an action.
We are sharing Monito’s story not only to mourn his loss, but to protect others from the same fate. Veterinary care should never be a business built on desperation or deception.
To the facility initially involved—you know who you are—you failed Monito, and you failed the calling of your profession. Karma has no deadline !
Rest in Power, Monito.
Your life mattered. Your story will be the reason many others are and will be saved.
—The Finding Pasha Team
