Quote:
Originally Posted by 107barney  I can't pretend that it's ok for people to to start their dog ownership with peanut gallery medical advice. I feel it's important to get good vetting in from the beginning. |
I agree 100%. I also believe in good pet stewardsh HOWEVER not all new pet owners realize
when a situation is a medical emergency. That is where many YTers are able to help - especially in the middle of the night for those members who don't have access to a nearby emergency vet. Not only that, the stress of packing up a sick dog and driving for hour(s) or more to an emergency vet can do more harm than maintaining the dog until their regular vet can be contacted. I am a firm believer in evaluating a situation and determining whether the speed of treatment outweighs the damage done by transporting to an an emergency vet who doesn't have access to my dog's medical records. It the benefits outweigh the dangers then you can bet your bottom dollar I'd hop in the car and drive the hour+ and take my chances. Sometimes "talking out" the benefit/risk factor is very helpful in an emergency situation.