to all vets?

Question

Today I had to castrize my 6 year old boxer due to vet diagnosigning my dog (probably) with well differentiated carcinoma..I have spent over $2000.00 in medical bills not counting the $282.00 I spent today. I called my vet this P.M. to check on my boy and the answer was that he was in a dog run by himself. Do you guys actually have feelings for these animals that we feel are our kids or is tt the money! I know I am venting right now but I can not see paying you to go home while my boy lays on a COLD concrete floor because you said"HE WILL BE BETTER HERE,BECAUSE HE DOES NOT NEED TO BE EXCERCISING OR JUMPING, DUE TO THE FACT THE INCISION MAY BREAK. Do you not think that an animal would feel more prtecteced and loved if they were home with they're loved ones, instead of being alone on a dog run with no one?

Thank all of you who answered with thier hearts, my vet will not call me with any results, the answer being we do not call but you are welcome to. I think that all pet owners should demand a better enviorment for our kids while we try to do the best we can for them. Think about the perks we receive when paying high dollars!

Answer 1

I agree totally with you.

I would like to think that Vets' are in the business they are, because they are true animal lovers. Unfortunately, and this only from my experiences, most that I've met have become very jaded and seem to only be in it for the money.

My animals (I have 2 cats, 2 dogs, 5 birds, 4 squirrels, a skunk and a raccoon) are my children. They live better than most people do. My animal-children are pampered, eat before I do, catered to before anyone else (including before my husband), and live the life of leisure.

I feel that no one can ever give them better care than I do.

I hope that your dog-child is feeling better and my thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Much Happiness & Bright Blessings

Answer 2

You have to consider that although the vet knows you are a good "parent" to your dog, to ensure that no harm comes to the dog, it is better that it stays in a place where it will not be overexcited and active.

I have to agree that vet fees are outrageous in every way. I got my dog from the pound and she was already spayed and had her shots, but just to get a check up to find out if she was healthy cost $100.

Anyways, although your dog might feel more comfortable at home, he also may get excited and try to jump around and such. Having him stay overnight for a day or two will only help for 90% of pet owners.

If he has to stay tomorrow, ask if you can bring his bed or blanket for him to lie on. Also, he is a dog and concrete doesn't hurt him in anyway (it is just like lying on packed dirt in the wild).

Good luck with future treatment for your dog!

Answer 3

I have to agree with you except for one thing. I have an all around vet clinic that makes sure they do not sleep on cold concrete. They have heated places with floors with beds and they make the animals very comfortable and they also check on the animals 24/7 . They cost alot more but i am okay with that because they check on them all the time and they always call you to let you know how the animal is doing . I would never take my animal anywhere where they did not call me and tell me how my dog or cat or whatever is doing . I love my vet clinic and would never go anywhere else . good luck to you. i hope your baby comes out okay .

Answer 4

I am sorry about the situation you are in. I have never experienced that with my vet. There are some good vets out there. When my dog was in oral surgery which costed me a good amount of money (almost 300 dollars). I waited by my cell phone all morning and the vet called me to let me know the results of the surgery. They tell me when I can pick her up.

When my older dog had to go in for x-rays, they called me immediately after the x-rays to state the results as well as the time I can pick her up. Usually a few hours after, they have to check and make sure she woke up fine.

I know that most people see vets as money hungry vet that are also irresponsible (as my mother thinks), and some are; however, there are some good vets clinics out there they do look after your pet and contact you.

I'm so sorry. Good Luck.

Answer 5

You must live in a big city. In ours, we put them inside...I'm sorry your boy had to go through cold cement.

The cancer doesn't just go away from castration. I hope you have considered future plans of radiation and treatment?

The incision should not break. They are very well sealed inside.

There may be a small amount of drainage ... don't panic.

It's very hard for us to allow vets to treat our animals, sometimes, but remember, this is for his benefit. It is true that they often become desensitized, but deep down, they really do care and that is why they went into this profession.

May I suggest something? Call your veterinarian and tell him you are paying for board for the dog for tonight, and that since you are paying for the board you want him inside...not out. If there is room, maybe you can nicely persuade him to keep him inside.

Good luck and I really hope he gets well soon. My heart is with you on this one.

I just had my Yellow Lab neutered the 19th of December, and I cried like a baby as they walked him into the operating room.

Answer 6

MY POINT EXACTLY. I couldn't agree more. Unless it's a clinic like Almeda East that has round the clock care, let me take my babies home. They'll be better off in my loving care in a warm bed by my side than on cold hard concrete. So glad someone else feels the same way.

Answer 7

Actually, your dog would likely feel more protected by himself in the dark corner of a closet than with you or anyone else.

Your obvious emotion here leads me to believe that you would be unable to keep your dog from activities that may further his injury.