" My dog would never bite! Why should I practice muzzle training? "
Most people associate muzzle use with an aggressive or unpredictable dog. But muzzle training, like nail trims, foot touching, ear cleaning, brushing teeth and things like that are all part of general familiarity and getting your pup used to a type of handling they may initially find unusual.
In an emergency, a muzzle can keep both pet and handler safe. Some dogs need a muzzle to safely go for a walk and enjoy all the things a dog likes to do, either because they are reactive or because they chronically eat things they shouldn't. It's not just for aggressive dogs.
Muzzle training should always be fun! Let your dog set the pace. Your dog should be comfortable in what they are being asked to do and eager to participate. It may take time : lessons should be short with plenty of rewards. Baby steps will get you there! And like many things in life, this is a skill that it is better to have and not need, rather than need and not have.
Our boy Flint has the right idea! A little boop and then a treat...sounds like a great deal 😁
Rocky THOROUGHLY enjoyed the catnip Dr. Lamey grew! If only all patients were quite so happy to visit the vet 😀
We love when our patients are so relaxed and happy that they are comfortable exploring! Buttons seems particularly enamored with Dr Lamey's boots 😁
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Banjo has focus like only a Border Collie can!
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Staff pet Cogsworth the kitten knows how busy we can be so he decided to give Dr. Lamey a hand with pen selection 🙂 Thank you Cogsworth!
(Name correction ! Dr. Lamey thought his name was Hogwarts instead of Cogsworth 😬 But who wouldn't secretly hope the kitten they met was from Hogwarts? )
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Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?
Okay, so Kiva definitely doesn't think of herself as a senior 🙂 And there is a good possibility she had this particular trick down pat before visiting Penhorn Animal Hospital for a geriatric exam. But she was more than happy to show her stuff for Dr Lamey and staff!
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Volume up! Jo has the purrrrfect idea for how the weekend should be started. Morning nap, anyone?
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Nothing quite like looking under the microscope and seeing one of these creepy crawlies!
Dark discharge, scratching the ears or face, head shaking, inflammation of the outer ears, an odor and obvious discomfort are some of the hallmark signs of an ear mite infestation, but finding them on a microscope slide is the clincher. Whenever ear mites are suspected it is always recommended to seek veterinary care as soon as possible to help prevent serious or permanent damage.
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Oh friends. Our veterinary technician Jodi and her trio of piggies bring you this year's touching seasonal video. Happy holidays ❤️
A look under the microscope! So why do we do microscopic slides for an ear infection? When we know exactly what is causing the problem we can prescribe the appropriate medication to help your pet feel better as soon as possible 🙂
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Here's your morning smile! 3 month old Bella was showing us all the puppy love when she visited Penhorn Animal Hospital 🙂
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