Ladies,
Firstly may I thank you all most sincerely for these contributions. I took a long time 'off-line' preparing my question and after it was published saw that other members had subsequently posted upon this topic too. Accordingly I'm sorry if my submission therefore appeared repetitive, or seemed selfish.
We have an excellent Dog rescue TV series here, featuring England's Battersea Dogs Home in London. A recent episode featured a Yorkie being spayed and the depiction I gave was from this program, which impacted upon me in a big way.
Now however, I can imagine the scenario in 'Cha Cha's' story as well. When I spoke to the lady Vet, at the time of her jab booster, she seemed very cool about it.
Until your contributions, I'd judged her as maybe a bit dispassionte. I now see, that for them it's just a routine procedure and her reactions were probably professional, if lacking completely in empathy and reassurance. Just the modern way it seems?
She did say her growth plates had closed and as a young dog, now was exactly the right time. I also want her teeth cleaned and checked (which they'd suggested) and micro-chipping carried out too (my request). Like all of us, my little Crystal has become a deeply loved member of the family. Both my wife and I couldn't imagine our time now without her. Your wise and kind words are really very much appreciated and very reassuring - thank you again all. |