{"id":241,"date":"2018-06-11T09:58:37","date_gmt":"2018-06-11T09:58:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pethobs.com\/pet\/blog\/?p=241"},"modified":"2018-06-11T10:06:21","modified_gmt":"2018-06-11T10:06:21","slug":"7-tips-for-a-stress-free-visit-to-the-vet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pethobs.com\/pet\/blog\/?p=241","title":{"rendered":"7 Tips for a stress-free visit to the vet"},"content":{"rendered":"

Does going to the vet cause you and your dog anxiety? Is it a tug of war that leaves you embarrassed and your dog hiding in a corner for the rest of the day? Or maybe it\u2019s just not one of your favorite outings? Whatever the case, there are ways to make the next visit to the vet a better experience for you and your four-legged friend.<\/em><\/p>\n

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  1. Spend as little time as possible in the waiting area<\/strong>. The smells, sounds, and presence of other animals can be a trigger for fear, anxiety, or even aggression in dogs. If you know your pet doesn\u2019t do well in the waiting room, ask the receptionist whether you can remain in the car until it\u2019s your turn to go in.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Limit the dog\u2019s food intake before going to the vet. <\/strong>If the appointment is around mealtime, just give a snack beforehand. A dog that\u2019s a bit hungry will respond better to treats from the vet or treats you may take along.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      1. Keep yourself, and your dog, calm. <\/strong>It\u2019s important that you remain calm on your way to, and while you\u2019re at the vet. Don\u2019t make a big issue when driving to the appointment, your dog will pick up an apprehensive feeling. Use a leash, harness or crate that the pet is used to and doesn\u2019t associate with bad experiences.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        1. Is the exam table a source of anxiety? <\/strong>An exam table can be an alien place for your pet and if it\u2019s possible, it may be better if the examination takes place on a floor with a non-slip surface.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          1. Keep the dog comfortable during the examination. <\/strong>Try and determine the best position to hold and control your dog, but still enables the vet to exam it. Once you\u2019ve determined the dog\u2019s most comfortable position, keep it in mind for future visits.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            1. Keep procedures as painless as possible. <\/strong>From a microchip implant to drawing blood and injections, some are going to hurt a bit, but it\u2019s important to minimize the pain and discomfort for the animal. Soothing words and treats can be used to distract the dog.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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              1. When sedation is an option. <\/strong>Sedation may the best option for some procedures (cleaning teeth or clipping nails) as well as for stressed or aggressive animals. And of course, sedation is the obvious answer when a painful procedure is involved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                Finally, choose a vet you and your dog are comfortable with.<\/strong> If you don\u2019t feel comfortable and relaxed with your vet, you can be sure your dog wouldn\u2019t be either. It\u2019s going to be a fairly long relationship, and you may need his or her help at crucial stages in the future. So ask around and do some research, you owe it to yourself and your four-legged friend.<\/em><\/p>\n

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                1<\/sup><\/a>Salomi is a contributing blogger ,dog lover and avid\u00a0 learner ,you can see more of her articles on her <a href=”http:\/\/dogasapet.weebly.com”>website<\/a><\/p>\n

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