I am glad that you have a vet near by. There is a ton to learn on here and every case is different. If you ask specific questions I am sure you will get better answers. It is hard to explane everything that can possibly happen. I hope that you enjoy it here I have learned a ton myself
Also Jeanie posted the Jan thread, if you read that like she said there is a ton of info there and a lot of differnt experiences. Don't be affraid to ask away with questions.