This is a follow-up to a previous question. The vet told me that most dogs are defensive at the vet but ours was on the offensive. She said we should re-evaluate keeping him as our pet.
2007-03-13 08:15:48 · 11 answers · asked by chrisoaks23 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The reason I love animals is they are great judges of character. I took my dogs to every vet clinic, hospital, animal job I've worked for and my dogs practically lived there with me and boarded there while I worked due to some health issues they had, and I noticed that my dogs hated the same people I did, and if I paid attention to them enough, I'd figure out early which tech's, doctors, or handlers were the animal abusers in the clinic, and the dogs were always right. My dogs took the same distressing situations, tests, pokes, temps, surgeries etc. from really nice Docs with no responses and then snapped at the Vet that was really bad with the animals behind the scenes, just for wanting to pet them or talk to them. So next time you are at your vet, request a different vet and see if your dog reacts differently. If it does, change hospitals or get another DR. The animal will tell you who they like and don't you just have to plug in and listen.
2007-03-13 08:38:15 · answer #1 · answered by ER Vet Tech 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is normal for an animal to be nervous at the vet. Don't re-evaluate anything, sounds like the vet is a scardey cat and doesn't want toget bit. Try a different vet, dogs are a very good judge of character might be something about that vet that rubs your dog the wrong way. If she nips at a different vet, then get a muzzle, only use it when at the vet, to protect the vet and anyone else that may get in the way. Make sure you are always in the room if possible to keep reassuring her that it's ok.Sorry he's a boy isn't he-all my she's should be hes. It's a normal thing for sogs to hate the vet,we hate doctors!
2007-03-13 08:56:12 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vets like animal control officers see hundreds of good dogs die for no reason. Many vets will agree with trying to save the best. They know there is another pet that is perfect out there for you.
It is your call if it is only at the vet the vet will deal with the behavior. If you have problems with other strangers when in public maybe you should consider alternatives. It really takes a lot to maintain an aggressive dog. None of mine are aggressive on their own but when someone first comes to the house I separate to keep from any issues. Mine will fight each other to see who gets to sniff the visitor first. Its horrible.
2007-03-13 08:23:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
We've had a few dogs at our clinic lunge at the vet. He's be bitten and scratched a number of times. I think some animals are passive when they are nervous/scared, and some are more aggressive.
If your dog hasn't been this way with you or with anyone else and this is the first instance of aggression, I wouldn't worry about it, chalk it up to the experience, perhaps he was scared and felt threatened?
We mark records that the dog may be aggressive and before they are seen, they have a muzzle put on them. This ensures the doctor isn't bitten.
2007-03-13 08:22:18 · answer #4 · answered by BVC_asst 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all how old is your dog?? If he's a pup then I would strongly suggest heavy socialization!! Get your dog out and meet as many situations and people as possible!!! Including the vet, just for a friendly visit and weigh (maybe even a doggie treat)!! I chose a vet in walking distance from my house, so every once and a while we just stop in.... my dog absolutely loves the vet!!!!
When undesireable aggressive behaviour begins say "NO! Bad dog!!" and hold him down and stare into his eyes for a minute or two. Don't be hurtful or anything, just assertive. This will show him who is boss. When he shows good behaviour always reward it.
I think as long as you show lots of love, play lots (definetly NO Tug-of-war games though!!... this teaches aggression!), walk lots, and just lots of petting.... this will make for a good dog.
2007-03-13 08:34:43 · answer #5 · answered by incredimom2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-30 21:09:45 · answer #6 · answered by riopel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Umm most dogs are totally stressed out and scared atthe vets - theres the smellof death there, ill animals - crying that are also scaired or prehaps in pain ..... If it was a one time deal I wouldn't really worry unless he she is showing other signs of agression else where. Just be careful what situation you have him in children etc - if he gos to the vet again have him muzzled on examination - my dog goes balistic on the dog groomer if he sees the nail clippers - we put a muzzle on him just for precautions - hes never tried to bite but he sounds like a tazmanian devil ... maybe your dog just hates your vet?? oryour vet hurt him by accident or purpose ? or vet isn't that nice to him ?? ever see the movie beethoven ?
good luck
2007-03-13 08:23:13 · answer #7 · answered by T. M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you should not be concerned. My dog has done that too and she is the most loving animal I have ever seen. However, I do put a muzzle on her before we enter the vets office because I don't know if they could hold me responsible if they got bit or not.
2007-03-13 08:35:11 · answer #8 · answered by Christy M 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your dog loves you and wants to protect you i know this will break your heart but you need to let your vet examine your dog without you in there... its basically the only way...
2007-03-13 08:20:20 · answer #9 · answered by Wolfboy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
don't re-evaluate your dog, re-evaluate you vet
2007-03-13 08:26:49 · answer #10 · answered by juicyfruitishandsome 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋