[dottiesyrky]

I want all to know that cost is not the reason I did not go to a specialist first. When he had cataract surgery it cost over $3,500 plus about two months of follow ups and uncomfortable treatments. The post op treatments left my dog with fear aggression as every time I went near him he though it was more painful eyedrops! Then I spent thousands on dog psychs and trainers to no avail. Only my love, patience and time have made my dog sweet and relatively fearless again. So I do know what to do most of the time, often better than the experts! The secret is to know when I need to get expert advice. But I try and see my vet first for an assessment and then for referrals if necessary.