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Most dogs hate their annual checkups - but one vet claims their anxiety over them is preventable if you take the right steps at home.
It prompted them to share the 'common mistake' pet owners make after welcoming a dog into their home which sets the tone for their relationship with their vet.
Taking to Reddit's 'Veterinarians of Reddit, what do pet owners ignore the most?" thread, the professional explained the steps owners should take at home to make their lives easier in the long run.
They said: "The finest thing you can do for your new pet, particularly a puppy or kitten, is to handle it frequently when it is young."
"Getting them used to having their feet handled, nails trimmed, mouths opened (even more benefit if you get them used to brushing their teeth daily (the gold standard for at-home dental care), ears touched, especially breeds prone
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