Oh no, Zoltan!

Oh guys. All round Zoltan and Rocky
. Be Strong piggie slaves and I and my 3 Little Piggies send you lots healing vibes and tlc. . Big hugs also. x
 
Wow I’m so sorry, healing wheeks to beautiful rocky as well, I shouldn’t post when I’m tired :( x
 
Poor Zoltan. Big Hugs to you Debbie :hug: . You've fought so hard for this little piggy.
 
So sorry to see this :( really hope he pulls through. You’ve been an amazing owner to him and given him a chance at life that he never would have had without you. I hope he’s got a bit more fight left in him to overcome this. Hope you’re coping okay, I bet the minutes are just dragging until you get some news xx
 
I brought Zoltan home, this evening. He was drugged up on vetergesic and completely flat. He’s more upright now and I’ve spent the evening trying to get as much syringe food into him. However, I’m at exhaustion point, as I’ve barely slept the past three nights. I’ll see what the morning brings! I’m really not sure if I’m delaying the inevitable, or buying him time to get better!
 
Oh Debbie you really must remember to look after you too. I know it's easier said than done with poorly pigs. I'm sure Zoltan will let you know in the morning what he wants you to do.
 
Betsy said:
Oh Debbie you really must remember to look after you too. I know it's easier said than done with poorly pigs. I'm sure Zoltan will let you know in the morning what he wants you to do.
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This is the problem, I don't know if I am doing the right thing, by continuing. I've always felt I've called it right in the past, but I really don't know what to do. Not being able to go into the vets and have a proper face to face conversation, with Simon, is making it a million times harder. I honestly thought Simon would agree that we should let him go, yesterday, but he seemed to think we should continue to try, for now. I need to have this conversation, while we are both looking at Zoltan, which isn't possible. I'm seriously thinking about winding TEAS down, if we aren't allowed into the vets soon. The past year has taken it's toll on my mental health and having to spend many hours, many times per week, sat outside, worried sick, is just too much! Every other business has been able to make themselves covid secure and yet, for some reason, the veterinary profession, have shut themselves away from everyone.
 
I know what you mean Debbie. I too have found it hard not to be able to have a chat with the vet and being there while they examine my piggies. It's not the same as having a conversation outside the consultation room, giving them your guinea pig and hoping and trusting that they are looking for the right thing then handing your piggy back with their diagnosis. Very often things come up during a consultation that needs discussion right there and then but it doesn't happen any more. The vet just pops your piggy back in the carrier and tells you what they think is wrong and why they think it. You can't be in with them to see for yourself any lumps and bumps or show the vet exactly where the problem is. Piggies are often better off with the owners in the Consultation Room anyway as they get so stressed. My Rainbow piggie Dennis RIP used to hate the vets and would do a swift 180 and climb up to my shoulder and hide under my hair as soon as he was on the examination table.
 
Betsy said:
I know what you mean Debbie. I too have found it hard not to be able to have a chat with the vet and being there while they examine my piggies. It's not the same as having a conversation outside the consultation room, giving them your guinea pig and hoping and trusting that they are looking for the right thing then handing your piggy back with their diagnosis. Very often things come up during a consultation that needs discussion right there and then but it doesn't happen any more. The vet just pops your piggy back in the carrier and tells you what they think is wrong and why they think it. You can't be in with them to see for yourself any lumps and bumps or show the vet exactly where the problem is. Piggies are often better off with the owners in the Consultation Room anyway as they get so stressed. My Rainbow piggie Dennis RIP used to hate the vets and would do a swift 180 and climb up to my shoulder and hide under my hair as soon as he was on the examination table.
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my ozzy is the same, as soon as he’s placed out of the carrier he’s already seeking a hideaway in my hair. Will say we’ve been very lucky to still be able to go in with the piggies when they’re called, can’t imagine just having to hand them over, must be so much worse for the pigs not being able to run to you on the table as well :( x
 
I am keeping everything crossed for Zoltan. It must be so hard not being able to have a proper conversation with the vet and just leaving your pet there :( I’m lucky that my vets are operating a one client per pet policy
 
Claire W said:
I am keeping everything crossed for Zoltan. It must be so hard not being able to have a proper conversation with the vet and just leaving your pet there :( I’m lucky that my vets are operating a one client per pet policy
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I accepted it at the start, but well over a year later, it’s totally unacceptable. I think most other vets are operating one client per pet policy xx
 
I’ve got my fingers crossed for Zoltan

We still aren’t allowed into my vets. We are still handing the carrier over outside and then having to wait outside. The discussion after the consultation is difficult as the vet is right on a reasonably busy road (plus with masks on) it’s often very hard to hear what is being said
 
My vets are operating a one client per pet in the waiting room only then the vet comes out, has a chat to ascertain the problem, then takes your pet away to be examined and brings them back to you with the results of their findings. Only marginally better than the chat at the back of the vets then the "in through the back door" and then the door closes on you!
 
furryfriends (TEAS) said:
I accepted it at the start, but well over a year later, it’s totally unacceptable. I think most other vets are operating one client per pet policy xx
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I wish I could help, Debbie you doing a wonderful thing with Teas and your advise I follow , ,
I'm lucky as my vet is piggie savy and I've nearly been allowed in everyone time and we have this understanding with my piggies,
As you have so being unable to be with them as Simon or others treat your piggies be very hard, , ,
You a amazing piggie person , , Zoltan is lucky to have you and what you are doing,, hugs Dave, x
 
I’m so sorry Debbie, I really hope Zoltan perks up and can beat this nasty thing like he did last time! ❤️ He’s already got his piggy gold medal for his first troubles and I’m sure he can get another! I really hope you’re ok too :hug:
It is very frustrating and upsetting they’re still not letting clients in. Getting Jess’s palliative diagnosis while I was standing on a street corner sobbing last summer was horrible and all of my bubs have been since (two for ops obviously), I can’t believe they’re still not changing it! Especially for you who is their biggest client I can imagine! My local vets have had a one client per pet policy for months now! xx
 
Piggies&buns said:
I’ve got my fingers crossed for Zoltan

We still aren’t allowed into my vets. We are still handing the carrier over outside and then having to wait outside. The discussion after the consultation is difficult as the vet is right on a reasonably busy road (plus with masks on) it’s often very hard to hear what is being said
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Does the vet come out to speak to you or is it done over phone? Ours is over phone and it keeps cutting off or you can’t hear properly. I think with so many calls being made in and out, the phone system is not fit for purpose. The other week, it took four calls to have a conversation with Kim.
 
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