I feel Horrible (Long... Sorry)

[ashjohnson80]

Some of you have read about my situation with my dog, Bogart. We found a tumor on his leg on Jan. 1st and he had it removed on Jan. 3 and sent off for biopsy. The tumor was on his left leg right above his foot. Our vet made a big deal about it and said that it looked like it could be a potentially serious diesease but she wouldn't even discuss any treatment options with us until the biopsy results came in.

I still have not heard anything from the biopsy results. On Friday I told her that I was having a lot of anxiety waiting for the results because she said that they would have been back in a week and it had already been a week and a half and that we were planning to go to WDW at the end of the month and were wondering if any potential treatment would prevent us from doing so.

She wouldn't give us any idea what any treatment would involve still and said that me pitching a fit was not going to get the results any faster, that I would get them when I got them. (This was after waiting in the office for over an hour for her to change Bogart's bandage).

So now it's Tuesday. DH is back at work and I couldn't stand to sit around the house waiting for the possible doom of my precious dog by myself. So I've been sitting at my parent's house waiting for DH to get off work. I don't even know if I'll get the results today, but I'm so scared. I just feel so horrible and helpless, and like this is never going to end.

 

[Skywalker]

Oh, that's horrible. Hugs to you and Bogart and prayers for all the best.

I hope you hear good news soon.

 

[hiwaygal]

You poor thing!

I am sitting here in total shock after reading what that vet said to you!!!!

I really really really hope you start looking for another vet as soon as you get those results!!!!

If I were you, I would call that vets office EVERY DAY until I got those results, they told you they would have the results in a week, it's now been...10 days?!?!?! There should at least be a reason, or an answer.

In my book, what this vet did today is unacceptable, and they would no longer be "responsible" for the health and well-being of my dog! I can understand waiting in the office (you never know when there was an emergency), but not how she spoke to you or treated you.

ETA: I hope you get some good news soon, and in as friendly a manner as possible!

 

[stitch79]

After that type of response with this vet, I would be looking for a new one. Even if Bogart requires treatment.

I hope the results come back soon and that Bogart will be ok. It's very hard when our pets are ill.

 

[escape]

I've been wondering about Bogart's tests. Maybe you will hear something soon.

Keep us informed!

 

[Tigger_Magic]

Sorry you are having to endure such a long wait. If you were referring to your vet ("She wouldn't give us any idea what any treatment would involve still and said that me pitching a fit was not going to get the results any faster") -- all I can say is WOW! Is there another vet available because this one doesn't sound very sympathetic (or was this just a "bad hair day"?).

Here's hoping that the news comes back soon and that it is only GOOD news.

 

[imsorry]

Oh Ash, I wish there was something I could do for you. I pray for little Bogart, he is such a sweetie! I agree that once you get the results, no matter what they are, maybe you should try to find a new vet. Try to be strong sweetie, everything will work out.

 

[Southern4sure]

I would think you would have some kind of news by now. I'm right there with you, I have a hard time waiting on drs. to give results. It seems the longer the wait the more I get myself worked up. I know I do this to myself but I can't help it. Can you call the vet office? I think I would allow my anxiety to make a nuisance of myself until I got the results, good or bad.

Hope you receive the results soon.

 

[ericamanda01]

I can't imagine how you must feel. I hope your vet gets back to you soon. And I will pray that the results are good.

 

[ashjohnson80]

DH just got home and called the vet again. They said that they left a message with the pathologist and will try to tell us something by the time they close at 6:00. So I may or may not get the results, still. I was hoping that maybe the reason that they didn't have the results was because it wasn't anything to worry about, but when I said that to the vet she said not necessarily, so who knows.

But at least DH is home so I'm going to go home too, now no matter what the news is, I don't have to be alone to take it.

 

[Christine]

Honestly, this is ridiculous. Now, I know things are different in different areas of the country, but I feel you have waited WAY too long for these results. I have had several of my dogs biopsied for various things (including cancer) and it has never taken longer than 4-5 days. On top of all that, I don't think your vet is treating you well at all and I am shocked. Unfortunatly, I *expect* that attitude from "people" doctors, but every vet I have come across has been the most compassionate of people I have ever met.

I know you're stressed right now and don't want to deal with it at this point, but I'd start looking for a new vet.