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by triodegirl on 09 June 2009 - 22:06
Last week my 13 month old female (Bella) had to be muzzled at the vet because she started growling when they tried to restrain her to take a blood sample. (The vet tech basically had her in a hesd lock.) While she has been at the vet previously with no problems, this was the first time at this particular vet. Is this something to be concerned about? If so what can be done? Do I need to take her to an animal behavorist?
by Red Sable on 09 June 2009 - 22:06
She was nervous. Was the headlock post or prior to the growling?
by justcurious on 09 June 2009 - 22:06
you might be interested in this training method www.synalia.com/ one of the reason for it's development was to get zoo animals to stand for blood draws etc. we've been using it for a few years and highly reccommend as a great addition to any training program. hth, susan
by triodegirl on 09 June 2009 - 22:06
The headlock was prior to the growling as she was squirming around and they were trying to keep her still.
by RLHAR on 09 June 2009 - 22:06
She was being restrained in a place that already did not make her feel comfortable.
Personally, I'd growl too.
In answer to your question, my vote would be no. If ever a dog or any animal is going to show a 'fight or flight' response it's going to be a vet's office. Doesn't mean it's going to translate over to all other situations.
I would, however, get her calm and used to being muzzled so it doesn't add to the trauma when you go to the vet and be prepared to muzzle her for procedures for everybody's safety.
Personally, I'd growl too.
In answer to your question, my vote would be no. If ever a dog or any animal is going to show a 'fight or flight' response it's going to be a vet's office. Doesn't mean it's going to translate over to all other situations.
I would, however, get her calm and used to being muzzled so it doesn't add to the trauma when you go to the vet and be prepared to muzzle her for procedures for everybody's safety.
by Red Sable on 09 June 2009 - 22:06
I totally agree with the above. It was pretty understandable behaviour considering the circumstances.
by SitasMom on 10 June 2009 - 01:06
I take my puppies to the vet at least once a week for visits when they're young.
they get waied and all the vets at the practice come and pet them and give the treats..........
as a result the love going for visits.......
I also get weights to keep for my records........and its free.
any good vet will love the chance to pet a puppy and to socialize them so they won't bite later in life.......
I always wait untill the have at 2 if not 3 rounds of puppy shots first. = of course.
they get waied and all the vets at the practice come and pet them and give the treats..........
as a result the love going for visits.......
I also get weights to keep for my records........and its free.
any good vet will love the chance to pet a puppy and to socialize them so they won't bite later in life.......
I always wait untill the have at 2 if not 3 rounds of puppy shots first. = of course.
by DebiSue on 10 June 2009 - 01:06
Why don't you go euthanize yourself you ridiculous excuse for a human being. We shouldn't have to put up with you and your rantings much longer. You've been reported.
by DebiSue on 10 June 2009 - 01:06
Palerider,
Blah, blah, blah. I don't call 911 you moron, I have a loaded 45 and I know how to use it. It is especially useful in getting rid of large vermin.
GFY.
Sincerely,
Deb
Blah, blah, blah. I don't call 911 you moron, I have a loaded 45 and I know how to use it. It is especially useful in getting rid of large vermin.
GFY.
Sincerely,
Deb
by Two Moons on 10 June 2009 - 02:06
Well we all know what palerider is about now. Use the ignore option.
triodegirl,
I always hold my own dogs at the vets office, I don't know why your dog growled but use the muzzle if its needed.
Safety first.
Moons.
triodegirl,
I always hold my own dogs at the vets office, I don't know why your dog growled but use the muzzle if its needed.
Safety first.
Moons.
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