vets - do you think its ok to ask that a vet at the practice doesnt see to my pets

sheramber

Junior vets are not always a disadvantage. They are just out if training and still fll of enthusiasm for thejob.

My dog had been seen by two of the vets at my oractice- both very good vets- but despite various tests they could not get a diagnosis for my dog.

We have six or seven in our practice so it varies who is on what surgery each day and who is on farm visits etc. or recovering from out of hours cover. They are all excellent vets , which is just as well as the next nearest vet is 100 miles away.

So, we saw a young new vet. He reviewed the case and said he had an idea but wanted to check with the other vets on duty.

After another test for an uncommon condition he was proved to be right.

So, in that case , a fresh look at the problem came up trumps.


One of the vets specialises in orthopaedic cases and if you see another vet and they consider it appropriate to him they will ask you make an appointment to see him.

Another vet specialises in skin problems.

When you make and appointment hey will ask what it is for and if it was say lameness they would offer you an appointment with that vet.

Obviously that would entail waiting until he was on surgery or seeing one of the other vets.

And we can ask for a particular vet but again would have to wait until he/she was on surgery duty.

Out of hours , or in an emergency , you have to take who is available.

emmita

rehsetin wrote: »

I'm so sorry I haven't read all posts but I wanted to respond anyway. It's so tricky to get the right vet for your bunny as so many are not trained (unless they specialise in exotic animals they get very very minimal training on rabbits). Luckily after I found out how little most vets know I managed to find alternative vets before any permanent damage and I now have fab vets who are amazing with bunnies. I would certainly let the practice know you'd like an alternative vet. I recommend taking a look at the RWAF's vet info if you haven't already - http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk/resources/?section=veterinary.html

Thanks, i hope this is of use to someone. Unfortunately now I am rabbit free. Thanks again

Shoshannah

sheramber wrote: »

Junior vets are not always a disadvantage. They are just out if training and still fll of enthusiasm for thejob.

They usually have the most up-to-date knowledge as well.

Experienced vets are just that - experienced - but you do occasionally see some rather out of date treatments being handed out.

Swings and roundabouts, I suppose.

emmita

Well guys and gals, thanks so much for your input. I have taken on board all your advice and am now a much wiser person.

I've printed off a list of all the partners, vets and nurses and their specialist areas so have full intention of being more on the ball and in charge now.

I just wished I'd done this before hand.

Thanks again for everyone's advice

RealGem

Sorry to hear about your experience.

I too learned a lot from this thread.

I knew a young vet 3 years ago who my neighbour called 'trigger happy' when it came to suggesting putting animals to sleep - even very young animals.

I spoke to several other pet owners who felt this way, and had got a second different opinion elsewhere.

So rather than take my chances with my aging dog when she had heart problems, I just went to another practice.

She's still going strong, but I'm not sure she would be if I'd stayed at that vets.