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Post by GSDRottiePeiGirl on May 26, 2004 19:34:55 GMT -5
One of my friends has a dog that is very vet aggersive. She has went after the vet & 2 techs before. Well the other day she had to be sedated,it took 3 doses to calm her down some, and she still got a hold of one of the techs drawing blood. I hate to see this dog put to sleep, but is there any way to help "Vet Aggersion"
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Post by Aussienot on May 26, 2004 19:45:26 GMT -5
Muzzle. A good strong, safe wire basket type. It will be the best investment your friends will ever make.
Your friend should also start taking the dog into the vets for Treats Only. First time, go to the parking lot. Treat and return home. Second time, go to the front door - treat and return home. Eventually move into having office staff hand over the treat. Always have the dog wearing a muzzle.
I would suspect there are some bigger general aggression problems lurking there, and this is just the tip of the iceburg . . . but the answer to the Vet problem is Muzzle.
If they need some tips on introducing the muzzle, just ask.
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Post by sibemom on May 26, 2004 20:09:56 GMT -5
I agree 100% with the muzzle, and that there are probably other aggresion issues that maybe have not surfaced yet. I am very surprised the vet did not recomend using one. I had a GSD/LAB that was extremly aggresive when taken to the vet and when we walked in the door the tech would come out with a treat and put the muzzle on. After awhile he did not need it anymore and behaved like a champ.
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Post by GSDRottiePeiGirl on May 26, 2004 22:11:02 GMT -5
I forgot to add that they have a nylon muzzle but she can open her mouth enough to get a bite. I told them to invest in a basket style, but they can't find one I told them to look on the net for one. I've delt with aggerssion before, I lost a shar-pei to severe aggersion problems. I just hope they can pull her through.
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Post by Brooke on May 27, 2004 1:42:39 GMT -5
You can always try Ebay but make sure you watch people's feedback results Make sure you are purchasing from someone with a good record and read through the replies on the feedback. I wouldn't purchase from anyone with less than probably 98% positive feedback and look at how many items they have sold. Do the math on the percentages and make sure it's not for missing shipping problems. For instance someone who's sold 100 items. If they only have 90% positive feedback (which may sound pretty good) that only amounts to 1 out of every 10 people not satisfied with the service and thats just the people with the guts to give negative feedback... I ebay ALL the time and I love it ;D Just gotta be smart about it. Basket muzzles are alot safer and humane than the mesh cheap ones. They allow the dog to pant which helps it release heat since they can't sweat. They can also eat and drink with it on. It also doesn't allow room for bites to happen. While they can be a bit expensive depending on where you purchase from...it's a lot cheaper than a lawsuit and they won't regret it later...It is well worth the money. I would also suggest having their dog wear the basket muzzle at times when it's not around the vet. Around the house, on walks...ect. Not because it's safer for all those around the dog but because it will desensitize and get the dog used to it easier and faster. If you only put the muzzle on everytime you go to the vet it's not going to help the situation. He's going to learn the muzzle goes on and I go to the vet. He will put two and two together...so it has to be a regular thing.
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Post by Iluvmypup on Jul 3, 2004 9:47:28 GMT -5
I agree with Brooke...if your friend is going to use a muzzle, its best to use it during fun things too. Be sure to remove it if the dog ever has a playtime with another dog though. The un-muzzled dog will learn the muzzled dogs weakness fast, and some dogs will take advantage of that.
I also agree with the treats thing. If everytime you go to the vet something bad happens, no wonder the dog is freaking out.
Also, how is the vet? Some vets will rush into grabbing the dog and injecting the shot, while others will take 5 minutes out of their time to bend down and talk with the dog and offer treats. I'm very happy with my vet who does take the time to calm my dog down before continuing on the check-up.
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