Would you pay double for this? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

ChibiLuv · 06-16-2011, 03:16 PM

Ok so I recently learned of a new spay technique they are offering which uses laproscopy which uses a camera and tiny instruments.
For this poll lets say a spay cost $300 and a laproscopic spay costs $600, double the cost. Heres some facts:
Traditional Spay:
•2” – 4” Incision
•Pain & Bruising from Blindly
Tearing Ovarian Ligament
•Post-Operative Pain
•Open Surgical Procedure

Laproscopic Spay:
•Two Tiny Holes
•Reduced Pain due to precise
surgical cuts
•Up to 65% Less Post-Operative Pain
•Minimally Invasive Technique
which reduces chance of infection

ArmaniMan · 06-16-2011, 03:20 PM

If my vet felt there was a better, safer alternative to any surgery, with a shorter healing time and less impact on my dog- I would certainly pay more for it.

megansmomma · 06-16-2011, 03:41 PM

Yes, I would pay the extra to have a lap spay.

jadabug · 06-16-2011, 03:59 PM

I myself have had traditional and laproscopic surgery. A 5-6 week recovery for me with traditional and 2 weeks tops on the laproscopic. No decision to make, I would do the laproscopic on my babies for sure.

Princess10 · 06-16-2011, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jadabug

I myself have had traditional and laproscopic surgery. A 5-6 week recovery for me with traditional and 2 weeks tops on the laproscopic. No decision to make, I would do the laproscopic on my babies for sure.

I was going to say the same thing. They are day & night difference on a human & I'm sure it's similar, if not the same on a dog.

BabyGirl Rosie · 06-16-2011, 04:07 PM

I would pay it! But would definitely make sure it was safe!

JESSY_RN2B · 06-16-2011, 04:25 PM

Yes, I would even if it meant eating ramen noodles for a month and start saving early LOL

I had no idea this was being offered and will 'shop' around in my area and see if anyone offers it. What a great idea.

bellababy08 · 06-16-2011, 04:33 PM

Yes!! with a shorter healing time and less pain on my dog, I would happily pay more for it.

boopster · 06-16-2011, 06:48 PM

I answered maybe because I would want to know the risks. If they were equal to or less than the risks of the traditional surgery, I would absolutely pay double to spare Tallulah some pain.

MyTrixie143 · 06-16-2011, 06:56 PM

Yeah I would if I had the funds for it and it was safe and the vet was very experienced with that particular procedure.

I've searched a few vets that do it and their websites say they do it on dogs that are 25lbs and over, so does that mean it isn't safe enough for the dogs under 25lbs? There has to be a reason for it?

Mom of 3 · 06-16-2011, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by MyTrixie143

Yeah I would if I had the funds for it and it was safe and the vet was very experienced with that particular procedure.

I've searched a few vets that do it and their websites say they do it on dogs that are 25lbs and over, so does that mean it isn't safe enough for the dogs under 25lbs? There has to be a reason for it?

I agree with you here. If my Vet thought it was easier on my babies and safer, I would. But what's with the over 25lbs? humm, makes you wonder.
Then none of mine would fit that description.

ChibiLuv · 06-16-2011, 07:36 PM

I hadnt come across anything saying their was a weight limit, I called and asked the vet how much it was, I mentioned I had a yorkie and she didint say anything about it. I will double check tomorrow.

megansmomma · 06-16-2011, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by MyTrixie143

Yeah I would if I had the funds for it and it was safe and the vet was very experienced with that particular procedure.

I've searched a few vets that do it and their websites say they do it on dogs that are 25lbs and over, so does that mean it isn't safe enough for the dogs under 25lbs? There has to be a reason for it?

They use different size instruments according to size. It's the same with humans, the larger the patient the larger the instruments. The smaller the patient the smaller the instruments. The vet might not have trocars small enough. It's not a safety issue so much as using the proper size instruments during surgery.

tdcaruso · 06-16-2011, 08:28 PM

I am fortunate to live in Pittsburgh. We have a new facility that does speciality and emergency care. I see on their website that they do offer the minimal invasive procedure. I will pay twice the money to have my babies be spaired the additional pain and down time. Espcially my tiny girl, Hallie. She is just 3.7 pounds at 4 months. I don't expect her to get much bigger. I'm going to call and get more information. Why risk infection and more problems?

Sookie · 06-17-2011, 08:14 AM

I am not sure what I would do because I can't honestly say I have experienced any complications with the traditional spay. Matilda came through with flying colors and didn't need pain medication; acted great, etc.

I also take mine to the Animal Welfare to be spayed and not my regular Vet, as it is much less expensive. I feel that these Vets at the Animal Welfare do thousands of spays a year, so I feel they are more than qualified and I have been totally pleased.

On the other hand, when I had my cryptorchid male neutered I spent well over $700 because I knew it was a more difficult procedure and wanted my regular vet to do it as he seemed more qualified in this circumstance.

View Poll Results: Would you pay double for this?
Yes	65	59.63%
No	27	24.77%
Maybe	17	15.60%
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06-16-2011, 03:16 PM	#1
ChibiLuv and molliluv too! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Irving TX, USA Posts: 1,619	Would you pay double for this? Ok so I recently learned of a new spay technique they are offering which uses laproscopy which uses a camera and tiny instruments. For this poll lets say a spay cost $300 and a laproscopic spay costs $600, double the cost. Heres some facts: Traditional Spay: •2” – 4” Incision •Pain & Bruising from Blindly Tearing Ovarian Ligament •Post-Operative Pain •Open Surgical Procedure Laproscopic Spay: •Two Tiny Holes •Reduced Pain due to precise surgical cuts •Up to 65% Less Post-Operative Pain •Minimally Invasive Technique which reduces chance of infection __________________ Teapot Club Member Last edited by ChibiLuv; 06-16-2011 at 03:18 PM.

06-16-2011, 03:20 PM	#2
ArmaniMan I ♥ Armani & Chloe Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 3,895	If my vet felt there was a better, safer alternative to any surgery, with a shorter healing time and less impact on my dog- I would certainly pay more for it. __________________ Armani & Chloe

06-16-2011, 03:41 PM	#3
megansmomma Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: S. W. Suburbs of Chicago, IL Posts: 12,235	Yes, I would pay the extra to have a lap spay. __________________ “Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.” Mark Twain

06-16-2011, 03:59 PM	#4
jadabug Jada + Bogie = ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mayberry AKA smalltown usa Posts: 24,078	I myself have had traditional and laproscopic surgery. A 5-6 week recovery for me with traditional and 2 weeks tops on the laproscopic. No decision to make, I would do the laproscopic on my babies for sure. __________________ Michelle, Jada and Bogie

06-16-2011, 04:07 PM	#6
BabyGirl Rosie I ♥ my girls! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: With My Yorkies Posts: 18,980	I would pay it! But would definitely make sure it was safe! __________________ Momma to three sweet Yorkie girls Rosie Marie, Mikki Leigh , and Lily Mae Grace!

06-16-2011, 04:25 PM	#7
JESSY_RN2B Owned by 3 furballs Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 6,581	Yes, I would even if it meant eating ramen noodles for a month and start saving early LOL I had no idea this was being offered and will 'shop' around in my area and see if anyone offers it. What a great idea. __________________ Bobbi Yorkietalk http://www.dogster.com/dogs/395435 And now........little Aja too! http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/23776545

06-16-2011, 04:33 PM	#8
bellababy08 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Port St. Lucie, Florida Posts: 1,043	Yes!! with a shorter healing time and less pain on my dog, I would happily pay more for it. __________________ Jennifer R.I.P Bailey Bella Harley Ivy Baby Milo

06-16-2011, 06:48 PM	#9
boopster Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Southern California, USA Posts: 1,643 Blog Entries: 1	I answered maybe because I would want to know the risks. If they were equal to or less than the risks of the traditional surgery, I would absolutely pay double to spare Tallulah some pain.

06-16-2011, 06:56 PM	#10
MyTrixie143 Mom to 6 Beautiful Furkids Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,409	Yeah I would if I had the funds for it and it was safe and the vet was very experienced with that particular procedure. I've searched a few vets that do it and their websites say they do it on dogs that are 25lbs and over, so does that mean it isn't safe enough for the dogs under 25lbs? There has to be a reason for it? __________________ A dog is a furry person! http://www.dogster.com/?300866 Tracey and the gang DestinyHarmonyScamperGracieLillieKiwi Hershey Peppi

06-16-2011, 07:36 PM	#12
ChibiLuv and molliluv too! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Irving TX, USA Posts: 1,619	I hadnt come across anything saying their was a weight limit, I called and asked the vet how much it was, I mentioned I had a yorkie and she didint say anything about it. I will double check tomorrow. __________________ Teapot Club Member

06-16-2011, 08:28 PM	#14
tdcaruso Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Elizabeth PA Posts: 11	I am fortunate to live in Pittsburgh. We have a new facility that does speciality and emergency care. I see on their website that they do offer the minimal invasive procedure. I will pay twice the money to have my babies be spaired the additional pain and down time. Espcially my tiny girl, Hallie. She is just 3.7 pounds at 4 months. I don't expect her to get much bigger. I'm going to call and get more information. Why risk infection and more problems? __________________ Hallie and Harley's Mom

06-17-2011, 08:14 AM	#15
Sookie My Four Sweet Babies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: South Jersey near Philadelphia Posts: 5,452	I am not sure what I would do because I can't honestly say I have experienced any complications with the traditional spay. Matilda came through with flying colors and didn't need pain medication; acted great, etc. I also take mine to the Animal Welfare to be spayed and not my regular Vet, as it is much less expensive. I feel that these Vets at the Animal Welfare do thousands of spays a year, so I feel they are more than qualified and I have been totally pleased. On the other hand, when I had my cryptorchid male neutered I spent well over $700 because I knew it was a more difficult procedure and wanted my regular vet to do it as he seemed more qualified in this circumstance. __________________ I LOVE MY BABIES