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Originally Posted by Laurn7f  Unfortunately not all of us have the luxury to actually be able to pay that much money even though we would love to be able to. I understand that more money USUALLY means better results/qualifications, but 1500$ isn't pocket change, and I have never heard any bad stories from friends going to places such as these (i even had a friend go to the University of Georgia veterinary school) for treatment on her dog....whereas I have heard horror stories from people going to normal surgeons etc.
So I think it is circumstantial and I wouldn't hold it against her for preferring the less expensive procedure... |
My thoughts exactly and the most expensive surgeon isn't necessarily the best surgeon. Just because you pay more doesn't guarantee that you will get more and the most expensive isn't necessarily the best. I don't have unlimited funds and doubt that very many of us do. I have to consider the quality of care and the cost of care. I'm lucky to live where those costs aren't the highest, but I would check everything out and make an informed decision. You can't blame anyone for considering the cost along with the quality of care. I want the best for my furkids, but that doesn't mean I'm willing to pay the highest prices someone wants to charge. There are some money-hungry vets out there just like in any other profession. You need to be sensible and pay attention. I don't see anything wrong with going to the ASPCA for surgery. It's not hard to check up on a vet's credentials and you could probably find some folks who have taken their pets to him/her. Some of the best vets in the world volunteer at the ASPCA.