Tipper - adrenal tumor/breathing issues

Valerie:
He is a real jerk, but the best of what is around where I live. That is why I put up with his crap, otherwise I would kick him to the curb. If he were in Pittsburgh, he would not last at all. He is one of few vets around, so he feels he can do whatever he wants and you don't have too many options. It is very exasperating for me to put up with him since Tipper became ill, I only do it for her sake. It's bad enough on your nerves when you dog is ill, but then this on top of it is too much. Blessings
Patti

So sorry, goodness these vets need to have a heart, like we enjoy going there with our sick pups, and our sick pups don't like it either....sending hugs and prayers...

I don't even know what to say other than Wow. What a bad experience. I can't even imagine having to put up with a vet that displays that sort of attitude. How sucky that you are stuck with him. :(

Hang in there ,you're doing wonderful.

hugs,
Sharlene

I hate the way that you and Tipper are being treated. It sucks that you have to put up with kind of treatment.:o I hope the shots help. Big hugs,xxxxxx

Hello you

Sorry you have been having such a hard time, I hope you are feeling better now or improving?

That vet would drive me wild, I really hope that the shots help her

Sending you lots of love and a hug to you and kisses to Tipper the Ripper

Mel
Xxxx

Patti, You are such a love for all your posts on Scoop's thread. I hope you are having a good night.
Sorry to hear about your problems with the vet.

I saw on Buddy's thread that you mentioned about a bracelet that you can put some fur in it. Can you tell me about it? I have some fur that the nurse at the hospital clipped from Scoop. I want to make sure it gets preserved. Thanks.

Patti,

as long as you still feel that he's giving Tipper the best care.
I wish that you had another option nearby.

Hugs to you and Tipper.

Hi Everyone:
It is wonderful to get on here and see Mel is back. Hope your first day back isn't so awful Mel. Yesterday with the vet really got to me, so we need a good day today. Tipper went on one walk, but is reluctant to go again. It could be her back legs, that her knee is out. She was really making congestive sounds from her throat the last few days. Today especially, and those tracheal noises, snorting etc. I am praying these shots work for her. I feel her cortisol is low and not providing any anti-inflammatory help for her throat. I guess we will know in another 2 weeks when she gets tested. We are due for storms tonight and thunder. This is so hard on her . I have the fan ready, sprayed her blanket with the pheromone spray, and have the calming treats ready. I am going to give her a few as the day progresses. The problem with them is she does not really like them, they smell real bad, and she backs away as soon as she smells them. She has to be hungry to eat them. Valerie, it's not that my vet is giving Tipper good treatment. It is that he does what I tell him to do basically, so I know we are doing the right thing. I would not trust him ever to make decisions for her. That is why I always research and come here before going to his office. He has too many practices, I think 7-8 at last count, and too many irons in the fire. He is getting burned out, and not even thinking what he is doing anymore. He has 2 daughters in Nebraska, and Kansas. I probably put one through college. He is very involved and going with them all the time, and never in but 1 day a week. He has so many patients he can't remember what was going on with Tipper the last time he saw her. I know I can help Tipper by being knowledgeable on all her issues, so I use that to get him to do whatever needs done. Believe me I would never trust him. This is the best way to handle the situation, as the other vets here are worse than him if you can believe it. I try to be nice, and just ignore his crap for the sake of my Tipper. She is getting the best care possible, and that is only because I do all the work on any issues she has. I am not tooting my own horn, but it is just that I love her more than anything on this earth, and care deeply enough to make sure everything is right for her. That way I don't have to trust anyone but me. That is why I am feverishly working on this tracheal issue now. I know it has to be fixed in order for her to go on. My whole day is spent on getting Tipper thru another day, and conquering any problems she has. I basically have no time for myself as I have other critters that need me too. I am not complaining as I will gladly use every day I have to help her. Some cooperation from the vet would be nice though. I often wonder why he does not appreciate an owner that will give anything and everything she has to help her dog?? At times he has told me, no one would go to the lengths you have gone for this dog. That does not impress me though, it angers me. I think it is way past time to sell your practices when the animals in your care are nothing but cash cows to you. Blessings
Patti

It sounds like your vet is just not as interested maybe as he use to be. Forgotten the why of going into this field. With that many practices, it's easy to see how he could lose focus on what is important. Kind of sad that it has come to this for him and he probably doesn't even notice.
Tipper is lucky to have you, just as all your "critters" are lucky to have you. I know that you will always Know what is going on at any given time and set any ole vet straight right away that doesn't "get" the full picture.
Wish you'd get a better vet into the area though. *sigh*

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

Patti,
We all do the best we can with the cards we are dealt. Yes, your vet does sound like a jerk, but you're riding him to ensure proper care for our sweet girl. I am more concerned about you though. Have you passed that stone yet? Is anyone around who could help you out? Big hugs, xxxx