![]() ![]() Our vet has also prescribed him medicine to take before a visit to help calm him down, so I'd suggest asking your vet about that. I normally let the vet know about how my dog gets nervous when he visits the vet before a visit, put his muzzle on before we go in, and continuously give him yummy treats during the visit for positive reinforcement. My dog gets pretty reactive when he goes to the vet as well - not just due to other animals being there but also because despite the treats they give him he gets very nervous when the vet doctors and techs handle him to the point where he tries to snap at them. I prefer this method for reactive and aggressive dogs - the staff are all trained on proper restraint and are more likely to do it properly when there aren’t owners in the room who get upset that their dog has to be held for an exam. This means we come get your dog at the car and bring them in alone - you wait in the car. This makes it harder than if they’d not muzzled at all.Įdited to add: All the vet clinics in my area are continuing with a “paws only” policy due to COVID. If you bring your dog in a muzzle, please be sure it fits well! Just the other day we had someone bring in a muzzled Dane and the muzzle was broken and ill-fitting. Many vets are willing to give a single dose of trazadone and/or gabapentin to act as a mild sedative. If you worry about the vet being able to complete an exam, ask if you can speak to the vet about using meds before your dog comes in. We are very familiar with reactive patients as even the best behaved dogs get nervous at the vet. The person taking your call should leave a note in their file. ![]() I’m a vet tech and may have some good advice for you! Definitely let them know that they are dog reactive and have shown aggression to the vet in the past. If you report a comment, please also message the mods so that we don't miss it. The tips and advice here cannot replace a qualified certified trainer or veterinary behaviorist - if you are struggling please consider these resources for your dog. Please be aware of your tone and language. Positive reinforcement, it’s not just for dogs! People will be much more receptive to criticism and advice if it is constructive and comes from a place of compassion. This is a place for owners of reactive or formerly reactive dogs to discuss progress, setbacks, ask for advice, vent, and get support. Having a reactive dog can be an isolating and frustrating experience. We are a community for people that own reactive dogs! (A reactive dog is not required to join, but please keep discussions and posts focused on dog reactivity.) We support the LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) approach to dog training. If you are asking for help for the first time, use our questionnaire. ![]()
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