Is my vet taking advantage of me?

[jessicagoddard]

The saga of Sugar.

About 6 weeks ago, I took my welshie girl into treatment for bumblefoot.

They recommended surgery to remove the infection, and I agreed.

2 weeks after the surgery, we went back to the vet for a follow up, and they said she was doing great. More bandages, bring her back in 2 weeks.

She got a positive review, and said 2 more weeks for final bandage removal.

When I brought her back for final removal of bandages, the vet told me me that she had a badly broken toe due to the infection. The toe would need to be amputated.

I was heartbroken, but agreed to the amputation. Now she can’t walk at all. Please realize that I followed the vet’s advice 100%, and this sweet girl has not left the duck house in 7 weeks. This has cost me well over $2,000.

Because of covid, I have had no face to face with the doctor. I’ve been charged for 2 X-rays, which I have never seen.

The new bandages on her feet have made her unable to walk at all. It seems like he has bounded her feet to make more complications.

The vet told me I could remove the bandages after one week. (It’s been 3 days). Then one more week of isolation.

im so angry and concerned about my sweet duck that I am losing sleep.

There is another duck vet not really near by, but should I get a second opinion?

God bless all.

I’m so sorry about your duck. My chicken got bumblefoot, and the doctors didn’t have to do much. We soaked her feet, and kept her in a small cage and it cleared up fairly quickly. It may have been a more serious case for your bird however. Maybe you should take her to another vet (if possible) or at least call. Wish you luck!

 

[DucksOhio]

I used to really trust this vet, but this is ridiculous. I’m going to get a second opinion ASAP.

 

[Miss Lydia]

Please let us know what you find out!

 

[bjurbrat]

The saga of Sugar.

About 6 weeks ago, I took my welshie girl into treatment for bumblefoot.

They recommended surgery to remove the infection, and I agreed.

2 weeks after the surgery, we went back to the vet for a follow up, and they said she was doing great. More bandages, bring her back in 2 weeks.

She got a positive review, and said 2 more weeks for final bandage removal.

When I brought her back for final removal of bandages, the vet told me me that she had a badly broken toe due to the infection. The toe would need to be amputated.

I was heartbroken, but agreed to the amputation. Now she can’t walk at all. Please realize that I followed the vet’s advice 100%, and this sweet girl has not left the duck house in 7 weeks. This has cost me well over $2,000.

Because of covid, I have had no face to face with the doctor. I’ve been charged for 2 X-rays, which I have never seen.

The new bandages on her feet have made her unable to walk at all. It seems like he has bounded her feet to make more complications.

The vet told me I could remove the bandages after one week. (It’s been 3 days). Then one more week of isolation.

im so angry and concerned about my sweet duck that I am losing sleep.

There is another duck vet not really near by, but should I get a second opinion?

God bless all.

I would, is she miserable if so I would have her put down I'm sorry but you don't want her to suffer ❤

 

[DucksOhio]

I would, is she miserable if so I would have her put down I'm sorry but you don't want her to suffer ❤

She is otherwise heathy,I’m going to fight this ,

 

[Isaac 0]

Do you have a picture of the bandage?

 

[CoriM]

I'm so sorry for what you're going through. This vet seems like a hot mess. I would try taking her to the other one - so sorry, I know the outlay of cash is incredible. If it's time to put her down to keep her from suffering that is a viable option. I wish you the best.

 

[DucksOhio]

Update...
Sugar seems to be doing better after amputation, but only slightly (it’s only been 5 days. The vet said to change her post-op bandage to a new one.

Fortunately, my sister in law is a surgical nurse, so she helped change the bandage yesterday.

the incision looks clean and dry. Per the vet, I’ll remove that on Sunday and keep her in the duck house for about 5 days

i hope she’ll be able to walk and swim okay in the long run, although I haven’t found a lot of information about the subject.

has anyone had experience with toe amputation?

Many thanks!

 

[bjurbrat]

I'm so sorry for what you're going through. This vet seems like a hot mess. I would try taking her to the other one - so sorry, I know the outlay of cash is incredible. If it's time to put her down to keep her from suffering that is a viable option. I wish you the best.

She is otherwise heathy,I’m going to fight this ,

Update...
Sugar seems to be doing better after amputation, but only slightly (it’s only been 5 days. The vet said to change her post-op bandage to a new one.

Fortunately, my sister in law is a surgical nurse, so she helped change the bandage yesterday.

the incision looks clean and dry. Per the vet, I’ll remove that on Sunday and keep her in the duck house for about 5 days

i hope she’ll be able to walk and swim okay in the long run, although I haven’t found a lot of information about the subject.

has anyone had experience with toe amputation?

Many thanks!

Oh it's just her toe I was thinking leg animals adapt I'll bet with all the love you give sugar she'll be fine keep us updated please
❤

 

[Miss Lydia]

That’s great to hear. Yes they do adapt well and she should do just fine!