This isn’t an easy post to write, believe me, but i am constantly looking for ways to ease your dog’s anxieties and pains so i though i’d give it a try. There is little to compete with the fact that many dogs will associate their friendly vet with the fact that their testicles have been removed when they leave the place, but you can put your dog at ease a little more with a bit of work…
And it has to be worth it doesn’t it? To make your dog or puppy happier to go to the vet must make your life a little easier too mustn’t it. I’ve had dogs in the past that have quite literally had to be dragged through the door of the vets surgery. So how can you make this better?
Well here’s an idea i tried with my last dog and it actually worked a little. You might find it helpful; and i hope you do. Having to take a dog to the vet is hard, no matter what it’s for. They seem to sense your anxiety and it projects onto them. Well you could take your dog to the vet regularly just for a visit. I know it sounds strange, but it does work. Why not incorporate it on your work occasionally before the dog really knows much about what goes on there. Before long it will become a natural thing to go to the vet, and once you get to know the reception staff you may even be able to have a little chat before leaving. reward your dog when you arrive at the vet and you automatically turn the experience into a positive one.
Tags: reward behaviour, treat, vet