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In reply to the discussion: Feeling very anxious [View all]

BlueKota

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10. Dakota's Vet visit had to be canceled
Thu Oct 24, 2024, 10:31 AM
Oct 2024

We couldn't get him to take the sedatives. We tried pill pockets, and rolling them in canned dog food, even trying deli ham. He must have smelled the pills because he wouldn't even take a small piece of ham with one in it.

We tried to shove it down his throat but he clenched his teeth. I spoke with our vet. She is sending links about the baskerville muzzles, and how to get them fastened securely. She suggested if he still figures out how to get them off, maybe we can try liquid meat flavored sedatives.

She said the only concern about delaying the appointment was the blood work, as his critical vaccines aren't due for update until 2 years from now. He is never with other dogs so bortetella isn't critical.

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Feeling very anxious [View all] BlueKota Oct 2024 OP
If he's been fine under anesthesia before, an allergic reaction is highly unlikely. TwilightZone Oct 2024 #1
Thank you so much. BlueKota Oct 2024 #4
step one is get off of facebook. nt msongs Oct 2024 #2
Yeah, that's not bad advice. TwilightZone Oct 2024 #3
I think that's a good idea for me. BlueKota Oct 2024 #6
Everything will be okay XanaDUer2 Oct 2024 #5
Thank you! BlueKota Oct 2024 #7
I have anxiety too ... crosinski Oct 2024 #8
Thank you so much! BlueKota Oct 2024 #9
Dakota's Vet visit had to be canceled BlueKota Oct 2024 #10
Dakota sounds like he is smart and strong willed! crosinski Oct 2024 #11
He does fight being muzzled BlueKota Oct 2024 #12
Sounds like Dakota is a free spirit. crosinski Oct 2024 #13
Thank you, I will. BlueKota Oct 2024 #14
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