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essentialfun · 10-11-2005, 05:13 PM

I have a couple of options when it comes to neutering and think I know what I am going to do, but would like a little advice anyway. When I bring him to the vet's office. He can get the exam, sedation, anesthesia, respiratory monitoring, blood clotting screening, antibiotic injection, pain injection, and a nail trim. That is included in the price. I can upgrade to all of that and cardiac monitoring, IV catheter and fluids, and a mini chem panel to check liver and kidney functions. It is an extra $35. Do you think this is something I would need to get, or do you just think they are trying to get more money. I talked with two good friends and they both had conflicting answers for me. One thought I should get it, one said I shouldn't. I just want to get what is best for my little guy. Please suggest what you think you would do.

eyedoc · 10-12-2005, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by essentialfun

I have a couple of options when it comes to neutering and think I know what I am going to do, but would like a little advice anyway. When I bring him to the vet's office. He can get the exam, sedation, anesthesia, respiratory monitoring, blood clotting screening, antibiotic injection, pain injection, and a nail trim. That is included in the price. I can upgrade to all of that and cardiac monitoring, IV catheter and fluids, and a mini chem panel to check liver and kidney functions. It is an extra $35. Do you think this is something I would need to get, or do you just think they are trying to get more money. I talked with two good friends and they both had conflicting answers for me. One thought I should get it, one said I shouldn't. I just want to get what is best for my little guy. Please suggest what you think you would do.

I think you have to do what you think is best ,what your Vet advises, and do what you can afford. Fagan gets neutered to tomorrow and I am having the bloodwork to check Liver and kidney function. I am also having his teeth checked and having him microchipped while he's under. Trust your instincts. You know what's best for your little guy. Good luck.. Pam

lnovack · 10-18-2005, 02:28 PM

The bloodwork is not necessary for the surgery but it is good to have a baseline for his blood so the doc will have something to compare if he ever gets sick.

YorkieShadow · 10-18-2005, 02:37 PM

to be on the safe side I would do all .

mustangbee · 10-18-2005, 05:34 PM

I would get it all done at the same time.
Extra tests = Extra special care

chattiesmom · 10-18-2005, 06:24 PM

My vet strongly recommends the mini blood panel to screen for liver problems. If he happens to have some hidden liver problems and he is put to sleep he might not wake up. Dr. Amy very strongly recommends the blood work and $35.00 is not a lot of money considering the risk involved if it is not done. Please do some independent research on regarding the issue.

chattiesmom · 10-18-2005, 06:26 PM

Sorry for my impassioned response, but I just went through a "liver shunt scare" that me through an emotional ringer.

Yorkielove123 · 10-23-2005, 05:51 PM

My Vet used to have this option but now it is mandatory. They have done surgeries in the past without running the tests & then the kidney would fail the next day. Those tests are taken to make sure that our babies are healthy before the surgery so there are no complications during or after the surgery. I would definitely do it so that you know everything is working properly before surgery. Good Luck!!

10-11-2005, 05:13 PM	#1
essentialfun Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 95	Options for Neutering I have a couple of options when it comes to neutering and think I know what I am going to do, but would like a little advice anyway. When I bring him to the vet's office. He can get the exam, sedation, anesthesia, respiratory monitoring, blood clotting screening, antibiotic injection, pain injection, and a nail trim. That is included in the price. I can upgrade to all of that and cardiac monitoring, IV catheter and fluids, and a mini chem panel to check liver and kidney functions. It is an extra $35. Do you think this is something I would need to get, or do you just think they are trying to get more money. I talked with two good friends and they both had conflicting answers for me. One thought I should get it, one said I shouldn't. I just want to get what is best for my little guy. Please suggest what you think you would do.

10-18-2005, 02:28 PM	#3
lnovack YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: West Virginia Posts: 308	The bloodwork is not necessary for the surgery but it is good to have a baseline for his blood so the doc will have something to compare if he ever gets sick. __________________ Gracie's Mama

10-18-2005, 02:37 PM	#4
YorkieShadow Yorkie Shadows are the best Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: USA Posts: 8,436 Blog Entries: 1	to be on the safe side I would do all . __________________ Now Taking Orders Business cards, Labels, Holiday cards

10-18-2005, 05:34 PM	#5
mustangbee Donating YT 9000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: California Posts: 10,285	I would get it all done at the same time. Extra tests = Extra special care __________________ Friends are God's way of apologizing for our relatives. "Love & Support Our YT Members" Gina & Princess Member of the SSLS

10-18-2005, 06:24 PM	#6
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Georgia Posts: 10,955	My vet strongly recommends the mini blood panel to screen for liver problems. If he happens to have some hidden liver problems and he is put to sleep he might not wake up. Dr. Amy very strongly recommends the blood work and $35.00 is not a lot of money considering the risk involved if it is not done. Please do some independent research on regarding the issue. __________________ *Yorkie Yummies Silk Step-In Harnesses * NapSaks I'll see you in Alexandria, Virginia July 17 - 19, 2009!**

10-18-2005, 06:26 PM	#7
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Georgia Posts: 10,955	Sorry for my impassioned response, but I just went through a "liver shunt scare" that me through an emotional ringer. __________________ *Yorkie Yummies Silk Step-In Harnesses * NapSaks I'll see you in Alexandria, Virginia July 17 - 19, 2009!**

10-23-2005, 05:51 PM	#8
Yorkielove123 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 882	My Vet used to have this option but now it is mandatory. They have done surgeries in the past without running the tests & then the kidney would fail the next day. Those tests are taken to make sure that our babies are healthy before the surgery so there are no complications during or after the surgery. I would definitely do it so that you know everything is working properly before surgery. Good Luck!! __________________ Libby, Bounce, Romeo, & Isabella Go colts!!!