It actually has happened to me. And I do research every little thing now. A good vet isn't going to be upset about that. And I will always question things and tell others to do that same. I don't mind saying, "Hey, your vet said xyz and it doesn't sound right. Please talk to them about it or get a second opinion." But I won't tell somebody that they should start a food (for a sick dog) or drug without consulting a vet And I won't tell people that their dog absolutely shouldn't be on a certain food or drug if a vet said to use it. I would just want them to ask questions.
No matter how much I read online, I don't start making a whole bunch of decisions at home about the supplements, etc. that Ellie should be getting. I find the information and talk to a vet about it. There are times when I do try things, but generally, it is all run past her vet first.
And while there is great information online, some of it is downright scary. Still others, while not dangerous, is just incorrect.
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