My vet did this to me a couple of times. After the first time I asked them why and they said that it's easier for pet parents. I told her that I wasn't sensitive to watching my pups get vaccinations and other procedures. The second time that they did it I was pissed because one of my pups has bad reactions to shots so I make sure she gets benadryl first. However, they have to wait 15 mins after the benadryl before they give the shot for it to be effective. I don't think the vet tech knew that they were supposed to wait and my pup was in pain. Had I been in the room that would not have happened. Needless to say there will not be anymore vet visits when I'm not in the room. Sometimes vets do this because it's quicker for them and sometimes they do it because they assume that people that have toy breeds are super sensitive. Either way, just make sure you advocate for yourself and your pup. Especially if something makes you feel uncomfortable. Better safe than sorry. |