I am so sorry to read that Joey has died. When I finally had to put Sophie to sleep, it was agonizing. I also felt the vet was negligent and should have referred her to a specialist. I was so terrified of losing her that I kept going to the same vet even though I had a second opinion who offered up their in house internist.
Guilt? Yes, I know the feeling. if only I had taken her to an internist, she may not have had such a sad last few months.
But you know, we can't go back and can only be vocal when someone else has a sick pup and questions the vet's procedures.
What is comforting to me is that our beloved pups are together at the Rainbow Bridge. I am sending you a link that has helped me immensely.
Warmly, Deborah
The Rainbow Bridge