You did the right thing, and you should always have a second opinion before any surgery, unless you totally trust your vet. People have second opinions - many insurance companies won't cover surgery for humans without a second opinion, in fact.
My personal feeling about doctors is that they are working for me. The bottom line is that I pay them. That gives me the right to ask whatever I want to know that's relevant. I also feel I have the right to discuss medications, alternatives, etc. if I want one to. I have gone to doctors who may not agree with what I want, but they have to prove to me that their way is the best for me. It's my body (or my pet's body).
This "God" complex is nonsense. You're paying their mortgage, car payments, and their childrens' college educations. That's fine if you're a satisified customer. |