JMHO: Were Xrays ever done on this pup? Seems 1st vet guessed and treated for patellas, then pup went to a specialist. Usually basic diagnostics are done prior to seeing a specialist, many specialists expect this.
And I get the part about a 'neuro dept', but LSU has neuros on call, and they do see dogs on an emergency basis(ADB/Max). Don't know why the vet said 'but he advised against it b/c it would take longer to see specialist and they would put her in a cage.' This sounds very lame to me. Both have ER and referrals to be seen asap.
One point of going to a university is that most have labs onsite... don't get why these results are taking so long. Even my vet can put blood through STAT and get results quickly. Another point is so that a diagnosis can be made quickly, with all the resources being at hand.
Clues are great, if you recognize them and interpret them correctly. Sounds like they're looking for zebras...
At this point, I'd get a 2nd opinion at LSU. It's closer to the OP where at least they could visit their baby more often. |