Why it's important to talk to doctor. Reponse from Pat's comments and personal story

[Sydneys Mom]

I apologize for the running paragraphs, as my IPad causes issues for me at this board, and doesn't show paragraphs or even correct sentence structure.

Cindy, It doesn't matter where your paragraphs are just your heart and that is always in the right place. Thanks for your past, present and future support.

[GraciesMom]

Only thing I do not like about it... so I feel your pain Cindy!

[Holly]

I also think it's important to remember not to take what your vet says as "Gospel" at all times and to do your own research-- from valid sources, of course. So many vets don't know about SM, for example, and continue to treat for allergies, etc. wasting precious time and money. Another good example would be the many vets who push vaccines and boosters like crazy as that's what they've always done when there is a lot of new research out there.

I really like what the person said (was it Claire's mom??) about the fact that we are our own dog's best advocate.

[anniemac]

I also think it's important to remember not to take what your vet says as "Gospel" at all times and to do your own research-- from valid sources, of course. So many vets don't know about SM, for example, and continue to treat for allergies, etc. wasting precious time and money. Another good example would be the many vets who push vaccines and boosters like crazy as that's what they've always done when there is a lot of new research out there.

I really like what the person said (was it Claire's mom??) about the fact that we are our own dog's best advocate.

I agree! What is the quote, "he is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours faithful and true to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion" author unknown.

I had to demand a referral to a neurologist because ella's vet kept saying allergies and ear infections. Its always good to get as much information as possible.

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