I’m a vet tech and I absolutely groan when certain breeds come into the room – they’re crazy, obnoxious, and dramatic
A VETERINARY technician has confessed that a specific dog breed makes her groan as soon as they walk in.
She divided opinions about the canine as others in the industry shared their own experiences.
The discussion happened in Reddit’s Vet Tech forum after participants revealed the dog breeds they would never own.
One woman listed multiple reasons why she hates specific canines.
“Huskies are the top of mine or any northern breed or shepherd,” she wrote on Reddit.
“Absolutely crazy and I groan as soon as they walk in.
“Obnoxious and dramatic and without fantastic training they try to bite for everything.
“I had a great shepherd mix when I was a kid and she was awesome at home, but no idea how she did for the vet but I would have a dog like her again.
“Those and brachycephalics, I won’t touch with a 20-foot pole.”
Brachycephalics is a term used to describe flat-faced breeds, such as pugs and bulldogs.
DOG DAYS
Initial responses to the post agreed that huskies have undesirable traits and shared the behavior that changed their mind about owning one.
“I own a husky malamute mix, can confirm,” one person said.
“I took mine in for a dental and mass removal. It’s been drama since the pre-med injection.”
“I’ve always said I wanted a husky, even working at a dog daycare I adored the huskies that came through (despite how stubborn they could be) but working in vet med now I’m wanting them less and less,” another said.
“What’s funnier, I never cared much for Shih Tzus and now I’m constantly trying to convince my gf [girlfriend] to get one together.”
“My husky is a perfect angel outside of the vet,” a third chimed in. “We exercise her to death and challenge her brain.
“BUT upon entering the vet office she becomes a huge drama queen.
“Honestly though, we trained her lots, bribed her with treats she only gets at the vet office, and put a basket muzzle on her so she’s actually pretty chill nowadays but oh boy can she screech like a woman being murdered if she decides to!”
WONDERFUL WOLVES
Others defended the breed and said they’ve never had any issues with their pet.
“If you are a confident person, you can easily handle any breed,” one person said.
“Your posture and voice tell the dog ‘I’ve gotcha!’”
Signs your dog could turn dangerous
Dr. Sara Ochoa has been practicing veterinary medicine for over five years.
She told The U.S. Sun observing a dog’s behavior can provide clues that they might act out.
“A dog that looks tense all over with its fur sticking up or teeth showing is more likely to snap,” she said.
“Staring real hard without blinking could mean trouble too.
“Growling is also a warning the dog is getting mad.”
She said dogs may tuck their tail between their legs when they feel scared or threatened.
“Staying calm and keeping space may help things not to escalate if a dog seems on edge,” she said.
“I have a husky/ shepherd mix and whenever she goes to the groomer or vet they always say how well-behaved she is,” another said.
“She hates going but she’s never vocal or acts out.
“I guess that’s the shepherd in her cuz I never had to train her to be calm in those spaces.”
PLAYFUL PET
The number of wolflike dogs such as huskies being abandoned has been increasing over the years, according to the animal welfare charity Blue Cross.
Many pet lovers are drawn to the breed because of their “striking looks” and seeing them on shows such as Game of Thrones.
However, there are several factors to consider before deciding if they are suitable for your lifestyle.
Adult huskies require at least two hours of exercise a day, with owners advised to cycle or run alongside them regularly to meet their needs.
The breed is also known for being noisy, having a thick coat that sheds, and becoming unhappy when left alone.
