|Videos|August 9, 2016

Handling frightened pets: Less is better

Author(s)Gary Landsberg DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM (companion animals)

Resist the urge to squeeze the squirming patient

Manhandling a scared patient will cause its anxiety to increase and will potentially put you in danger. CVC educator Dr. Gary Landsberg says just don't do it. Watch this video for alternatives to this risky practice.

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