From:
wolfie2689@aol.com
Date: 2002-02-06 05:35:00 UTC
Subject: ADV and Educating Local Vets
Hey Folks,
I have a sort of delicate question for you all-
I am aware that 2 of the main vets in my area that treat
ferrets are unaware of the newest information available to them on
ADV --ie.-testing, increased numbers being found (I am aware of many
confirmed cases-here on the east coast, some say perhaps a bad
distributor) I am personally not so concerned right now of the
origin-although naturally we should do what we can to make sure all
connections are informed when confirmed cases are discovered-as
posted earlier. Both vets whom I spoke to personally told me the
illness is extremely rare and there is no need to do any testing. I
spoke with both of these guys only because I am in the market for a
new vet and these 2 are the closest to me. Well, needless to say I
am not going to either of them. One of the guys was even listed on a
ferret site as recommended. One did not know what ADV stood for.
Pretty scary when you realize Ferrets are now the #3 companion
animal in this country. Anyhow listen, where is Dr Ruth located??
Just kidding I am pretty sure she is not in NJ. Hey, I want
everyone to know I am in no way vet bashing----I love most
vets---Nor am I trying to provoke epidemic thoughts or a panic
string of posts----be it group members or moderators. I just would
like some level headed advice as to how to approach these guys
without getting their backs in a Tizz- yet still have them become
better informed? Dr Ruth what would you suggest? I thought of just
sort of sending some printed material to both of them in hopes they
enlighten themselves (and their staff) for their clients and
patients sakes. Not to mention their own sakes they both just lost a
probable lucrative perspective client-I have 3 and am considering
adopting another if everyone (including the adoptee) is healthy.
Anyone with ideas or suggestions please write me. On list---or
off----privately at----- wolfie2689@aol.com. I plan on asking the
vet that I am seeing today-who is very informed for his advice as
well.
Thanks so very much :) :)
Mary Ann in NJ
I think the one thing I have really learned loud and clear
on all the different posts from all the different groups and
individuals is -- EDUCATION--we must all be educated about
ADV---most importantly I believe, the vets treating our Furrballs
need to be leaders in Education by being the utmost informed.
Ignorance is a very scary thing. Wow, talking about witch
hunts--Ignorance and Fear can really kill.
Mary Ann