What is best for your pet

Sometimes a pet comes to us that has multiple conditions that need to be treated.  When such a pet comes in, we have to try to treat each condition, but in treating one condition we can worsen another.  There are times when specialized equipment and/or medications are needed that we don't have in clinic.  In these cases, we are very fortunate to have two very good specialty/emergency clinics nearby where we can send our patients for treatment.  We had such a case last week with one of our feline patients.  He is a very sweet boy who likes to give hugs and snuggle - even here in the clinic.  When we found that he had developed a second serious condition that was complicated by treatment for the first condition, we looked at our options.  Because he could receive treatment with equipment and mediations that were available at the specialists', we referred one very sick kitty.  Within a couple of days of being admitted there, he was greatly improved and went home with some very happy owners and continues to do well.  We would like to be able treat every pet that comes to us here in the clinic where the owners and pets all know us, but if it is in the best interest of your pet, we will refer you to the appropriate specialist(s).  We are kept up to date with your pet's condition and are thrilled to hear you have that your pet has been discharged from the specialists' care to take home and look forward to seeing you and your pet for ongoing veterinary needs.  As the title of this blog states, we will always recommend what best for your pet.
Jan Hueben, RVT