"Dogs who show aggression (or other types of “difficult to handle” behavior) in the veterinary clinic present a significant challenge for both dog owners and veterinary staff. Fortunately, there’s a lot we can do to help things go smoother for dogs with a history of difficult vet visits! In this presentation, we’ll discuss a wide range of different strategies that can be used to make veterinary visits kinder and safer for “problem dogs” – including logistical considerations for getting in and out of the clinic with minimal stress, choosing what behaviors might be most helpful for training, and the role of both oral pre-visit meds and injectable sedatives in facilitating safe, low-stress handling for dogs who struggle with veterinary care. Several case examples with also be included, to provide real-world context for a range of different possible handling strategies."

Sponsor:IAABC Foundation
Speaker(s):Jennifer Summerfield

Contact:
 Email: questions@iaabcfoundation.org
 Web: https://iaabcfoundation.org/animal-behavior-conference