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Originally Posted by ladyjane  My rule of thumb in Sick and Injured is to always suggest a vet. Even for simple sounding things. Sadly, many people post online because they are trying to avoid spending money and that can be deadly for a pup. One thing to advise someone who has been to a vet about how to help their pup and quite another to advise them when no diagnosis has been made. It is scary to me when I see that happen. Most people who post regularly don't do that...they do advise a vet. |
I agree. After a dog has been examined by a vet and has a diagnosis, hearing about other members' experiences can be very helpful. For instance, I learned a lot from the canine diabetes forum I belonged to after Lady was diagnosed with diabetes.
It terrifies me when newbies join just to ask a question about a medical condition and say upfront they can't afford to go to the vet.