Dog holds chin on trainer's hand during an ear exam

Ready…Set…for Groomer and Vet! Quick Tips for Drama-Free Vet Visits

Visiting the groomer or vet can be a tense experience for both the guardian and the dog, especially if the environment has stressful associations and outcomes. At my training facility in Chicago, our Ready…Set…for Groomer and Vet! program integrates fun games into group sessions, and then brings the activities and behaviors next door to a veterinarian office, where we also …