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our boston terrier who is 6 years old is very nervous
Sent to Pet Experts June 14 10:49 PM

our boston terrier who is 6 years old is very nervous and not fond of men. she has definitely mellowed over the years but now has decided that she hates the vet. she went in and visited with the receptionist, got weighed but when it was time for the vet to look her over she freaked and growled and just barked so hard she broke blood vessels in her eye. he took her away from my daugther and was going to put a towel over her head to get a shot in her butt. it did not work! any way to get her shots? they don't want to muzzle because of her face and were afraid to hold her down. what about tranquilizers and do they work? thanks for help we just want to make sure she has her shots.

 

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Age: 6; Female; Breed: boston terrier

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my daughter worked at the vet and always took her as she is calmer than me. she is now pregnant and doesn;t live at home i think she was nervous.

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June 14 10:55 PM (5 minutes and 41 seconds later)
         
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Yes tranquilizers are definitely an option. Some of our clients try benedryl first, but sometimes this has a reverse effect. I would recommend calling your vet and asking for acepromazine. Make sure you give it to her 45m-1hour before her visit. Sometimes in very rare circumstances the veterinarian has to completely knock out the patient to be able to put their hands on them. Let us hope this isn't that circumstance. Sometimes as they age they start mellowing out. Sorry the visit was so stressful for both you and your pet.

good luck

bloo



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June 14 11:03 PM (8 minutes and 15 seconds later)
         
Reply to babybloo's Post: i was wondering if i should try a woman vet and maybe at home?
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June 14 11:07 PM (3 minutes and 49 seconds later)
         
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She may be more protective at home so proceed with caution on that one. As to trying a female vet, SURE! It is definitely worth a try but alert them to her potential of acting out.

bloo



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