Pet Vet Visits

Does the sight of the unsuspecting "Time for Annual Shots" postcard send you into a panic stricken mode? Or are you the type of person that will grin and bear it just to get through the appointment? Like a Dentist with a drill, we sometimes view going to the Vet in the same way: Unpleasant because of our dog's behavior.

Sure there can be all sorts of factors why it's difficult to take your dog to the Vet's in the first place, such as putting the leash on, riding in the car and waiting in the lobby. But if the only time your dog goes to the Vet's is once a year to get poked with a needle then we can understand why your dog is reluctant.

Did you know most Vets encourage Friendly Visits?

Quick "Drop-Ins" just to say "Hello" to the staff at the desk, get a treat, then leave. Just a 5 minute trip to build a lifetime of happy visits. Bonus points, if their scale is in a convenient location, then you could have your dog sit on it to get weighed. This certainly would help your dog like going to the Vets. 

These friendly visits are beneficial to not only you, your dog but your Vet and staff as well. I am sure they like it better when the dog is happy to see them rather than be greeted with a growl and a snap!

So next time you are out with your dog, remember to drop by to say Hello and make going to the Vet's a nice time.

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