tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post4609905428953943503..comments2023-10-24T09:08:23.659-04:00Comments on Finn Howard: My Effing MorningFinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14581936860329336158noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-42130161919011823682012-06-28T14:13:24.529-04:002012-06-28T14:13:24.529-04:00I'm so sorry you had to experience this during...I'm so sorry you had to experience this during a very stressful situation! Mommy says you should think about looking for another doctor's office. They should accommodate you when you have an emergency.<br /><br />Hope Finn's better!! :)<br /><br />Woofs & huggiesss! <3<br /><br />~Bailey (Yep, I'm a girl!)Bailey Be Good!https://www.blogger.com/profile/09504004903852338047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-36459673930167694582012-06-18T11:44:25.807-04:002012-06-18T11:44:25.807-04:00We are glad Finn is doing better but we have to ag...We are glad Finn is doing better but we have to agree with everyone else. You were not being treated fairly by your vet. And Finn deserves the best treatment. I could not imagine having to do all that waiting then have an hour drive to get there. Mine is like 10 minutes away and has even given us his personnel cell # to all if emergency on the weekends. He knows how much I hate the E-Vets in our town, plus I would never get my dog back because they charge 100% more than the normal vet. <br /><br />Good Luck and we are so glad Finn is doing much better.<br /><br />Sniffs, The HoundDogsHoundDogMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15828509164127432246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-2915254008716183732012-06-18T09:24:58.492-04:002012-06-18T09:24:58.492-04:00Poor Finn. Carla, the boys and I were celebrating ...Poor Finn. Carla, the boys and I were celebrating our anniversary and I did not make it on here this weekend. Glad to here she did get the treatment she needed, the King needs his 'East Coast Girl' to be 100%. Anyway, I have had only one serious emergency with Gopher. I called much the same as you, which made me laugh. When I spoke with the Tech and told them the situation their first question. "Do you think he can wait another 45 minutes or does he need fluids now?" I felt he could wait. They tell me they will call right back and they do in 10 minutes. It turned out that our vet was 'out', and had to drive in but could be there in 30. We set the appointment and beat him there by five minutes. After he diagnosed and got Gopher on treatment (pneumonia) we went home and cared for our boy. I found out on the follow up (2 days later and free) that he was at his child's basketball tournament and left it to take care of Gopher. This is not uncommon around here, and I would suggest taking the time to shop for another veterinarian.Arthur's Daddyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00608173890236579219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-8532665839104329512012-06-18T07:09:07.192-04:002012-06-18T07:09:07.192-04:00I think you have to find another Vet !
Poor Finn,...I think you have to find another Vet ! <br />Poor Finn, I hope she is feeling better now.<br />Kisses<br />IrisIRIS E DONAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13147782699190189737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-43701552301581490042012-06-17T09:52:21.251-04:002012-06-17T09:52:21.251-04:00I'm so sorry you had such a terrible experienc...I'm so sorry you had such a terrible experience but I'm relieved to hear that Finn is doing better.<br /><br />As for your vet, I STRONGLY recommend you find another one. I know you like and trust the one you have and that the problem is with reception, but I still think you should look. There is something in the environment at that clinic that allowed the problem with reception to grow, something that allows it to continue, and something that is not solving the problem fast enough. <br /><br /><br />Here's the thing (and I know this because my partner was a vet technician and worked in clinics for many years), Reception's job is not to cure the animal, it's to calm the animal's companion. Their job is to alleviate your fears, reassure you, even on the phone, from the moment you call. Reception at your vet is obviously failing to do this. In fact they're contributing to your anxiety, which poor Finn is picking up on. Keep this in mind.<br /><br />I thought I had the perfect vet but it turns out I didn't. I talked to some other dog lovers about their vets and decided to try one out. Lo' and behold, I found one who is probably the best vet I've had. I'm very lucky and thankful that I kept my eyes and ears open. Talk to people you trust about their vets. Visit a great organic specialty store and see if they have a list of doctors they recommend (that's how I found mine, through the good people at Hero's Pets, which I'm always writing about on my blog). Give it a try. Don't mess around with Finn's health and your sanity. You deserve better than that. I promise.<br /><br />CurtCurt Rogershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01092702507137136310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-48653114536998891032012-06-17T06:31:37.380-04:002012-06-17T06:31:37.380-04:00I think it's time to find another vet who is m...I think it's time to find another vet who is more reliable and lives close to you.<br /><br />Sorry to hear that you had such a bad experience. Disgraceful.<br /><br />Big hug,<br /><br />The MissusHomerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02244095746337998040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-3341819335774180282012-06-16T10:09:42.267-04:002012-06-16T10:09:42.267-04:00Oh poor Finn. I hope she is feeling better soon. ...Oh poor Finn. I hope she is feeling better soon. <br /><br />We used to go to a vet like yours. Only they stopped seeing patients at about 2 in the afternoon so I always had to take off work, even for non-emergencies. When we got the brown dawgs we got a new vet. Actually it is the vet clinic my parents used for our pets growing up. It is walk-in (which means there are times you may wait), but they have several vets and usually at least two working at a time. Their hours are 9-9 M-F and they have Saturday and Sunday hours (but I can't remember what they are just now). You can ask for the specific vet you want to see if you have a favorite, for example for Storm's surgery I asked for a specific vet because as vets go Storm likes her about the best. But really all the vets are competent. I have been so happy since we changed. <br /><br />As for emergencies like Thunder's bloat last year, we also have great a 24 hour vet hospital nearby. Sure it is going to cost, but in an emergency, it is good to have the option. Maybe there is another emergency vet in your area? We have several.2browndawgshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15792375606466389228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-19619711395270984002012-06-16T09:24:28.024-04:002012-06-16T09:24:28.024-04:00Finn's Mom....
Oh my gosh!! What a frightening...Finn's Mom....<br />Oh my gosh!! What a frightening and frustrating experience for you!! It never should have been like that. Never. I mean, what if Finn were dying? Doesn't the word "emergency" mean anything to them? If Finn were dying, and only they would know, then with all of your waiting, she could have passed away!! Sorry.... Now I am on a rant. They must be contagious!! ;op<br />You are a good owner, and I am glad that Finn is doing better. ;)<br />Love, Raelyn.... And Rose, my BEAUTIFULLY UNIQUE "Mystery Dog"!!Mary Louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01005199691237610718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-22662084656545698532012-06-16T07:44:47.598-04:002012-06-16T07:44:47.598-04:00I'm so sorry about Finn. I sure hope the anti...I'm so sorry about Finn. I sure hope the antibiotics help and she starts feeling better. I'm also sorry about your vet. We are very lucky. Our vet is an old time vet that is family run and you can get a hold of 24/7. They have an answering service that will get a hold of one of their vets and have them meet you at their office, if need be they will come to your house! I sure hope you can find a vet can cover emergencies too. That is just ridiculous what you went through. Any good vet knows that our dogs are one of our kids too!Bassetmommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15016708510665819531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-41337933644131759442012-06-16T06:09:17.985-04:002012-06-16T06:09:17.985-04:00We hope you find a new vet. Our vets are really go...We hope you find a new vet. Our vets are really good with squeezing us in. They also call back (after hours) immediately! We are in a small town though. When in Phoenix it's a different story...Mommy really had to hunt for a good vet's office. We hope Finn is getting well now that she is on meds.<br />Smooches from pooches,<br />BabyRD & HootieBaby Rocket Dog and Hootiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03762856525592498406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-53489950062379664232012-06-16T04:51:18.099-04:002012-06-16T04:51:18.099-04:00I an really relate to this. I haven't found a ...I an really relate to this. I haven't found a true compassionate vet yet, just ones in it as a business.<br />Years ago, I remember bringing my dog to several different vets and no one had an answer, no one. It was a desperate search. I'd walk her and she'd stop and need to be carried home.<br />One day they just put her to sleep. I'm sure of that.I think they just got tired of seeing us so often.<br />I'm glad you're feeling better and your Ma & Pa will soon feel better, it's the upset caused by their bad attitude. The way they handled your call is terrible.<br />Hope you have a better week ahead.Bradhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13429760780038311201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-35443217704134905652012-06-16T04:41:08.588-04:002012-06-16T04:41:08.588-04:00We are so sorry to hear about hard-to-get-appointm...We are so sorry to hear about hard-to-get-appointment stuff and hope that Finn will recover soon. It is the same over here, half way around the globe. The 'better' vets are almost always fully booked and we just have to 'wait for our turn' :(<br /><br />Hugs and kisses to Finn and Finn's Mom,<br />BowieBowiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18157236027915167021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-38556691100184172932012-06-16T00:08:32.857-04:002012-06-16T00:08:32.857-04:00I really hope Finn feels better soon. It's so ...I really hope Finn feels better soon. It's so hard when our fur babies are feeling under the weather.<br /><br />Everyone else has already covered my thoughts, so please just know that all of us at ruled by paws are thinking of you and Finn.Brooke, Cessna, Canyon & Roguehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14249788764859520347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-6106063613633597072012-06-15T23:35:51.911-04:002012-06-15T23:35:51.911-04:00Sorry to hear that Finn is under the weather. In ...Sorry to hear that Finn is under the weather. In our area, we're fortunate there are 5 vets within a 5 mile radius so if our regular vet can't see us we go to the backup vet. <br />Hope you can find a good vet close to where you live.<br />Take care Finn.Meekahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10464895696217188973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-72009353452449314892012-06-15T22:58:26.473-04:002012-06-15T22:58:26.473-04:00Nope, all vets are NOT like this. I think you need...Nope, all vets are NOT like this. I think you need to find a new vet - maybe one closer and who is more flexible. Seriously, there's no excuse for this!The Daily Pip https://www.blogger.com/profile/17071013559078816245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-25749150884316271112012-06-15T22:16:11.897-04:002012-06-15T22:16:11.897-04:00I hope is feeling much better now.
It is not easy ...I hope is feeling much better now.<br />It is not easy to deal with that kind of people.<br />My Vet is great... but sometimes his assistant is not very nice but my mom makes sure to let him know about it!<br />Take care<br />Kisses and hugs<br />LorenzaLorenzahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13869787251617068379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-38375670701542632292012-06-15T22:12:37.362-04:002012-06-15T22:12:37.362-04:00You've gotten some really good thoughts from e...You've gotten some really good thoughts from everyone, and so I'll be brief in mine...But I would mention your problems getting in to the vet. Having worked in a dental office for more than 20 years, I can tell you that the doctor is pretty clueless about what goes on at the front desk--At my vets office it's the same thing. When I was having a problem getting in to see my vet, I mentioned it to her, and never had the problem again. But the bottom line is, is that if you aren't able to get in at times like today when it's an emergency, you should perhaps try to find an office where you can....I know it's hard when you really like them....But I so hope Finn feels better!!!~Kim at Golden Pines~https://www.blogger.com/profile/02001523468339091407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-53252149106876612822012-06-15T19:39:24.091-04:002012-06-15T19:39:24.091-04:00I think it's time to try and find another vet....I think it's time to try and find another vet. If we have any kind of emergency (even just a stubbed toe), our vet tells us to come in right away. There have been a few times when something has happened to one of the dogs just before vet closing time. If I call right when they're closing, I'm told to come on in and he stays after hours to see us. There are vets who just want the money and vets who really care about our pets. We're lucky to have one that cares.Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14807798367609376220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-5243506953897341172012-06-15T19:17:23.304-04:002012-06-15T19:17:23.304-04:00...and....
We hope Finn feels better soon!
Sam...and....<br /><br />We hope Finn feels better soon!<br /><br />SamHow Sam Sees Ithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08305827999885588071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-17830231843406607252012-06-15T19:17:04.450-04:002012-06-15T19:17:04.450-04:00I wish you were closer - I have a very awesome vet...I wish you were closer - I have a very awesome vet who makes times for emergencies, even if we are stressing over something simple. She is great with the dogs, understanding with the people, and if you are a few minutes late you may have to wait but she will still get you in. I think that is getting rare though.How Sam Sees Ithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08305827999885588071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-21517137390818629132012-06-15T19:11:24.806-04:002012-06-15T19:11:24.806-04:00Hope Finn feels better soon!
Are there other vets...Hope Finn feels better soon!<br /><br />Are there other vets in the area? Maybe get recommendations from friends and look into other options? We've never been turned away from the vet but mom can drop me off there and they will look at me when they can, then mom picks me up after work.The World According to Garth Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04367775414160411887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-68727882645627519992012-06-15T19:08:09.592-04:002012-06-15T19:08:09.592-04:00We have a great vet here. But when he is not on d...We have a great vet here. But when he is not on duty, he is NOT ON DUTY! We do have a back up in town that we will see, and a great ER vet about 45 minutes away, but it can still get crazy. <br /><br />Mommy says she would look for another vet too if she was you!<br /><br />Hope Finn feels better soon! And you can get some rest. I know how you Mommies worry about us!<br /><br />Doggy Kisses,m<br />TannerTanner and Bethhttp://www.brudy1120.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-3923983897732424832012-06-15T18:25:05.731-04:002012-06-15T18:25:05.731-04:00Oh, Finn's mum, I'm sorry you had to go th...Oh, Finn's mum, I'm sorry you had to go through that. That is not good at all. I would look for another Vet if possible or as others suggested speak to your Vet regarding the Receptionist. WTF was she doing having you on hold for 5 mins anyway? We have lived in a few different areas during our life and one Vet was a nightmare. I'm sure she was a nut job. She plastered our pups leg after he was hit by a car (after escaping) and then told us he would have to be crated for 8 weeks. She also suggested maybe, we should let her have our dog!! After two weeks, our pup was going mental wanting to get out and play (it was a front leg) and we took him to another Vet cause we disliked the first one so much. He felt the plaster, told us it was still damp! and then took it off, X Rayed the leg and said as it was a greenstick fracture, it had already healed! Sheesh, needless to say we didn't go back to the first idiot. <br /><br />We hope Finn is feeling much better, and you too. Maybe go and visit another vet just to greet and meet without Finn being ill. Do you know Honey the Great Dane? She has moved a lot and always visits a few vets first off to get a 'feel' for the place. Take care all. No worries, and love, Carol (and Stella and Rory)STELLA and RORY from Down Underhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08254168437901406521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-64344275278370403332012-06-15T18:14:40.890-04:002012-06-15T18:14:40.890-04:00OMD that is terrible service. I'm not suprised...OMD that is terrible service. I'm not suprised at all by your rant. I do think some vets are in it for the money sometimes, and that some staff don't realise what our fur kids mean to us.<br /><br />Glad Finn is on the mend though and it is nothing to sserious<br /><br />have a great weekend.<br /><br />Slobbers<br /><br />P.s We are SO sorry we are behind on all your posts, we have been kept really busy lately :(Smile With Your Tailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10232774949799277776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5790482124051093598.post-65317134854815373992012-06-15T18:10:59.853-04:002012-06-15T18:10:59.853-04:00I know what you mean. ALL of the verts we have tri...I know what you mean. ALL of the verts we have tried out just don't care about the animals. All they care about is either the almighty dollar or circle of comfort. It is SO frustrating. And almost all of the receptionists behave like they are doing us a major favor.<br /><br />When i volunteered at a vet last summer I decided I would never leave one of my pets alone at a clinic again. I was shocked by what I saw.<br /><br />But we are glad Finn is doing better.K9 Katastrophiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13288461127943389222noreply@blogger.com