Be an advocate for your dog

Northwoods Rudolph (CH Southern Confidence x Northwoods Comet, 2023), a.k.a., Rudy, a.k.a., Goober, is recovering from serious abdominal surgery.

Be an advocate for your dog.

Jerry and I needed this advice recently as we struggled with a serious injury with Rudy, our big, handsome, two-year-old pointer male.

Not all veterinarians are created equal. As in any other profession, they range from outstanding to poor—whether considering knowledge, experience, competence, concern or care–and also considering equipment, staff and other resources.

We weren’t satisfied with Rudy’s care at the vet clinic that initially did the surgery and aftercare. On his behalf, we decided we needed to do something last week. We removed him from that clinic and then drove him—in his very ill, weakened state—to another clinic.

It was a bold move for us—and one that wasn’t entirely comfortable. But since we were convinced that Rudy was quickly digressing and could have died at the first clinic, the decision was straightforward.

We’re happy to report that Rudy had a second surgery and expert care at the new clinic. He is now home and on the path to a full recovery.

Be an advocate for your dog. It could save a life.