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Happy Visits (Part 1): Asher’s Confidence Session

This short video follows Asher during a happy visit at Takurua Vets - a stress-free clinic visit with no medical treatment involved. Instead, Asher is given the time and space to explore the clinic environment, spend calm moments with his owner, and interact gently with our nursing team. These early positive experiences help dogs feel safe in the clinic, making future vet visits far less frightening.

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What you’ll see in this video
  • Meet Asher during his happy visit
  • Exploring the clinic without procedures
  • Relaxed time with his owner
  • Gentle handling of paws and mouth
  • Positive interactions with clinic nurses
  • Learning that the vet isn’t a scary place
Transcript

This video uses on-screen text rather than spoken audio. Asher learns that the clinic is not a scary place as he calmly explores the environment with his owner by his side. While relaxed, his feet and mouth are gently touched, reinforcing that handling at the vet can feel safe and comfortable. The video closes by inviting viewers to stay tuned for part two of Asher’s happy visit journey.

Reviewed by Dr Ebeneze Spamers, Lead Veterinarian at Takurua Vets (NZVC-registered).

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