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I was insulted... I took my baby to my vet's today for a check up because she is still having constipation problems and the new young vet tech asked me a bunch of questions which I answered truthfully. Most likely because the vet wants some idea of the reason for the visit. She then said "well, I've never taken an interest in yorkies; they have bad knees". I felt insulted. I didn't think her comment was even necessary and it certainly was not professional. I don't care for pit bulls either but I would not insult someone who does. Sorry I had to vent. |
That was so unprofessional. I'd go to another vet. |
I agree with you. Not only was it unneccesary, it made her sound ignorant. She needs to learn to keep her personal opinions to herself. |
I would let the vet know what the tech said and that it was NOT appreciated |
And I've never taken an interest in stupid people, because they have no common sense! Man, if only we had time to think of the perfect thing to say to such rude people. |
that was rude! try not to let it get to you. i do wonder how common it is for yorkies to have bad knees? my vet told me to keep an eye on the way milu walks, because he also said that little breeds tend to have problems with their knees. so, if it's true that it's common for yorkies to have knee problems, then the young vet is just stating a statement + her opinion. i think maybe you can tell her that it's not nice to tell owners that. so that she will understand and not do it in the future. since you said she is young, and i think maybe someone can let her know that it's inappropriate to say that. |
Tammy, you said it perfectly!!!!!!!!! Paula:p Halle:aimeeyork Brutis:aimeeyork |
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That was totally uncalled for and inappropriate. I wouldn't punish the vet though, for something his tech said.... but I would let the vet know. People who deal with the public really need to think before they speak! |
I agree..if you're happy with the vet, I wouldn't leave, BUT I would most definitely let him/her know that you don't appreciate unsolicited opinions from the tech. Anyway, what she believes isn't even true. Not all yorkies have bad knees. *just shakes head* |
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You were nicer than I would have been!! Time to find a new vet...since she has no interest in Yorkies!:thumbdown Thank goodness she is not a doctor...I have bad knees too! She obviously does not have an interest in people either! |
Oh it wasn't the vet who said that, it was his employee. He is a great vet and I have been going there for years. The more I think about it I plan on mentioning it to him next time I see him. I don't think she realized how she came across and like I said she is new and very young. However, how she treats his clientele reflects on him so he should probably be made aware of it. Also, I am a bit biased as I just adore my first two little yorkies. Thanks for listening. |
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Ah I tell ya so many rude and ignorant people! Some people should not even open their mouth. :mad: I would definitely tell the vet about the tech being so unprofessional. |
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Very unprofessional and totally uncalled for! When you think of how much we have to pay to each visit to the vets, you should at least get some manners for your money!! |
I always think of things I could have said after the fact. One thing you could have said is that you'd never heard of that before and you'd make sure to inquire about it to the vet as soon as you see him. Then drop the bomb to the vet that his tech said she didn't care for yorkies due to her misunderstanding of the breed. I'd still call and ask to speak to the vet and let him or her know how much it's been bothering you. Let it be known that it hurt your feelings to think she didn't like your baby. If you ever had to leave her there you'd be very uncomfortable to think that your dog would be in that persons care. |
I would say something to your Vet. I am sure the Vet Tech who said it was just not thinking - some people have no filter and forget the old rule of waiting 5 seconds before spewing a dumb remark. I have had my Yorkie for 4 months and I have had so many silly things said to me about my choice of dog breeds. What people forget is we love our pups and really they aren't a yippy and prissy, they are dogs and like a previous poster said I would never make a rude comment about their choice of a pet. My neighbor has an Iguana, I am not an Iguana fan but I always inquire about Iggy. Heck I even fed Iggy once while my neighbor was out of town (I was kind of afraid of him). If you like your Vet, mention it to him and let him tell the Vet Tech to get a filter. I could always borrow Iggy and we could take him in to visit the Vet Tech. |
LOL! She'd probably like the Iguana breed!! |
I dont think it was ignorant? :confused: It is true that yorkies sometimes have bad knees. If she had said that yorkie were ugly so she wasnt interested in owning one i could understand it. It was an opinion. And i have a feeling if she had known she hurt your feelings she would have apologized because i do not think it was her intention. we are after all, only human. Im sure all of us have said something that offended somebody but we didnt mean to. I wouldnt personally want a Irish wolfhound because they have a very very short life span (6-8 years) And I am not interested in losing a dog so early. |
[QUOTE=roxies_mom;2399134] One thing you could have said is that you'd never heard of that before and you'd make sure to inquire about it to the vet as soon as you see him. Then drop the bomb to the vet that his tech said she didn't care for yorkies due to her misunderstanding of the breed. QUOTE] Interesting statement. So many owners of "Dangerous" (Note the qoutations) Breeds hear these comments everyday. And are offended. But yet so many people wouldnt kick up a fuss over it and stand up for them . Just interesting. |
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I can't imagine changing vets over something (somewhat true.. maybe not just worded in the best way) a tech said. :confused: |
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I would have said "Really, oh that's nice. Thanks for sharing..." and then give her a funny look. Make HER look/feel as stupid as she sounded! Totally uncalled for! |
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Doing something like this wouldnt make her any better then the vet tech. I dont see the big deal:confused: It wasnt a lie. And i dont see anything insulting about her comment. Ive seen worse comments made by members. |
although it is true yorkies have bad knees and i understand everyone has their opinions and are entitled to them,i think as a proffesional you should not say something like that to a client. I work in sales and although i deal with some very rude or annoying customers, i understand it is my responsiblity to remain proffesional even in the hardest times. Every breed has some problem or another associated with them. I too would be uncomfortable leaving my baby with them,maybe i am overprotective... |
I just dont understand. I am very protective of my girl. But she said that she didnt want a yorkie because they are known to have bad knees. That doesnt mean they have torture devices in the back room especially built for yorkies! It is NOT right to call her stupid or dumb. When i defended pitts on this very site a few days ago, people were making comments that were very very uncalled for about the breed.And i never called anybody stupid for some of the VERY UNNECISARY comments that were made. And The comments said about pitts were waaaaay worse. And IF i did call anybody stupid or dumb, I would have people jumping down throat. And its sad that the same rules dont apply on the outside world. |
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