My precious 2 yr old TaTanka killed by vets during routine neuter. Plse hlp if u can

[Chiefsmom]

Karen,

Just wanted you to know that we keep thinking of you! I'm still in shock over reading what a tragedy this was! And I absolutely can't believe the pictures! Poor sweet boy! :( I'm hoping to hear that the vet gets what is deserved. That is certainly neglect and wrongful doing! I love the sweet pics of him on the couch with that sweet schmooshy face and the one of him riding in the car. It brings tears to my eyes that he was perfectly fine in that picture compared to the later shots. Thankfully, you thought to take pictures. group to you! And run free sweet TaTanka !

 

[argosrocks]

losing a pet is never easy,losing a loved one is even harder,losing a beloved pet to negligence is a tragesty.what gets me about vets,vet techs and the whole industry in general is the lack of understanding with their patients and owners,when i had to put my last dog down,in the room next to the office where the final shot was administered,i could hear the rest of the staff carrying on like it was mardi gras or something ,,,after hearing this story i relived that horrible experience all over again,,,,i do hope this sad situation gets better for you.

 

[Walkssoftly]

I just wanted to suggest that you file a lawsuit in small claims court. Unfortunately (if you can prove they were negligent & win) you won’t get much (I think they will only award you the replacement “value” of the dog) but at least you would have the satisfaction of having an official judgment against them.

Incase you aren’t familiar with the small claims process it’s usually just a small fee to file (usually around 40.00) and you do not need a lawyer.

here is a link...http://www.supreme.state.az.us/info/brochures/smclaims.htm

Thank you EA076.... I did talk to an attorney and he stated that it is hard to get an attorney to take the case.. as just what you said happens.. the so called replacement value, and possibly punitive damages.. and that it usually costs more for the attny to take the case than is gotten back.. As I've said before, the money isn't the issue, but the fact that they are punished.. so a judgment would help show that they are so wrong.
As this all passes, I plan to fight like hell to find funds, to raise funds, to find HELP to bring a 24hr service to this area.. I talked to the autopsy vet, and he said that this is really needed. And it doesn't have to be a 24 hr vet, but a "off hours" one.. so that animals in this area can be sent there for overnight too, as ALL pets in this and surrounding areas, are just left ALONE.. with NO ONE to help them should they need it.. NO ONE to monitor them.. That's just flat out WRONG.
I appreciate this link.. As I was told about small claims as an option too, but all these links that all you cherished BW family send me, help tremendously. I'm saving every one of them so as I need them, I can learn what I need.. This help has been tremendous. All is still so very overwhelming.. and so it's hard to focus.. I am going in soooo very many directions.. Not to mention my household has suffered terribly since I went "out" in shock.. and I have soooo very much to do to catch up.. *sigh* But will have to only take one day at a time..
Again.. Thank you...

Karen
Sequoia
Mojo Tocho
and my babies playin' free at the bridge..

 

[mancin]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I had a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes as I went through this post. Bless you for standing up for that poor sweet boy. Sending hugs and extra strength your way....

 

[punchinella]

Oh gosh, Karen, I have just caught this thread and want you to know I am so, so, so, so sorry this has happened to your precious TaTanka. It is so unfair and tragic. Like you, I would be extremely upset and would not rest until some measure of justice had been served. No way should a vet facility be allowed off the hook for such negligence. TaTanka was such a sweet boy and deserved much better than what he received from them.
On a note about attorneys, one option to consider are the attorneys that work on a percentage basis. They only get paid if you win your case. If not, you owe them nothing. Their percentage is usually pretty high (average 40%) but the benefit is not owing them anything up front (or nothing if you lose your case). Just something to check into.
I am sending many (((hugs))) to you. There's nothing I can say that will make it any better for you, just know my thoughts are with you. Stay strong.
Godspeed TaTanka.

 

[RoxiesEcho]

Like others have said, I just can't stop thinking of TaTanka and how you, your mom and Sequoia must feel. I went home last night and gave Bella even more hugs and kisses than usual. Please give Sequoia some extra hugs from me and Bella.

 

[SweetCody]

Sending you some fresh ))))Hugs(((( today.
Cody and Aniah send some sweet kisses to you and some ~~~wiggles~~~ to Sequoia.
Again I am saddened so much by this story. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Godspeed TaTonka, sweet beautiful boy.

 

[Walkssoftly]

Results.

I don't have much time, but wanted all to know I will have more input later. Autopsy is complete.. He bled to death. Vet said as soon as he opened him up, there was about a QUART of blood in his abdomen. Basically about all the blood he had in his system the vet said. These bastards didn't suture him properly, and he bled out.
I am just in shock. I have so much to do, I need to find an attorney. Although signs point to funds being an issue, but I will use every ounce of me to vindicate my precious baby. He so didn't deserve this.. and these vets deserve the severest punishment that I can find.
The autopsy vet stated that the white gums alone should have told them there was lack of blood. I am so horribly angry.
Just can't understand how this could happen to my little TaTanka, when I took EVERY PRECAUTION to make sure they took good care of him. How will I EVER be able to take my beloved pets to anyone, and know they will be in good hands? That they will once again come home to me? I'm just lost..
I have so much responsibility today, Mother's medications have nearly run out, so I must get refills, etc.. All due to my being so empty and confused, and unable to focus and function the last few days.. I must go to pick up freezer burned venison in a town 1 1/2 hrs away, from some very nice ppl that have held it for me.. for my babies.. now for my baby.. Sequoia...My heart is just so heavy...
HOWEVER.. I am determined to work diligently to do all I can to punish these ppl, and stop them from killing other animals.. I know my phone will be going every second along my trip and back.. with lawyers, advocates etc. I will not let this rest until my Precious Strong TaTanka is vindicated.

Thank you for the group hugs, and Angels for my TaTanka bug...EACH AND EVERY ONE of them, and each and every one of you have meant the difference between sanity and insanity. I am forever grateful..
I will post later...
God Bless you all.. Please give ea. of your boxer babies a hug for me today, and then send that hug up to my TaTanka, so he knows I never meant to drive him to his death that very day.. What I never told anyone, is that the photo I last took of him.. that I posted with the other photos in this thread? Well.. I remember thinking just before I took the photo, that he looked scared, or nervous.. then poo pooed my over analyzing him.. but took the picture none the less, because I figured I'd post it and say "THIS is what TaTanka thought about losing his precious "gems"." Well.. it's not funny.. it's not humorous.. it's dreadfully heartbreaking now..and his face.. his image... are all so very painful now..
I know that I did all I could to make sure he was going to be OK.. but in my heart, I still feel guilt.. and I can't help but be upset with myself...

Love you all.. and I mean that..

Karen
Sequoia
and all the rest..

PS.. I know that TaTanka would thank you all, if he could.. for all the support and kind words..

 

[bayleighmom]

Karen, please take a moment for yourself. To relax and recharge. You have to take care of yourself!

 

[crosbymom]

Karen,

Just boohooed for about the last half hour reading about this horrible thing that was done to your precious baby. There aren't any words to say how sorry I am, and I also offer thoughts and prayers to help you and Sequoia get through your tough time.

Anna