I don't know what tests have been done on Pippin prior to this. You say the vet is going to take xrays tomorrow and also do exploratory surgery. I personally would not allow anyone to operate on my dog without having done tests prior (and I dont mean same day) to come to a diagnosis. If those have been done, forgive me, I have not followed his story.
I am a person who believes in board certified surgeons. I would rather spend that money because most of the time they see a lot of things that other vets do not see and often can come to a diagnosis quicker.
I will pray for your little Pippin.
I don't mean to undermine anything you are doing, merely asking some questions and suggesting.
If you go ahead with this surgery, I really hope it goes well! |