As responsible for the health of our friends, from time to time we will have no choice but to take him to the vet. But of course, no one likes to go there, although as sometimes it will be mandatory, it is important that the dog knows that nothing bad will happen to him every time he leaves. To do this, we have to anticipate and get used to being handled from the first day you get home. This way, it will be much easier for you to accept those visits to the animal doctor.
Let's see how to avoid fear of the vet in dogs.
Give him massages
The vet will hold his leg to give him an injection, he will open his mouth to see how his teeth are,… in short, he will manipulate him to see how he is healthy. So that it does not come again, at home what you have to do is give him massages all over the body, so that the dog gradually gets used to them.
Take him for a walk and play with him
Before leaving for the clinic, it is highly recommended take him for a long walk and play with him to keep you calm, especially if you are nervous or restless. This will make it easier to control it once you are there.
Take it easy
If you are nervous / your dog will be too, so it is very, very important that take a deep breath before entering, and that you think that everything is going to be fine. Try to keep your mind calm, and you'll see how everything will turn out better than you think 😉.
Bring treats for your dog
If you are going to have vaccinations or a routine check-up, I recommend that you bring candies for your dog. Give him a pair when you are in the car, another two when you go to get in, and again another 2 or 3 when after the vet has finished, to congratulate the animal on the good behavior it has had.
So I'm sure you won't be afraid of the professional 🙂.