ABSTRACT: Veterinary nurses are often the first port of call for owners wanting advice on their dogs’ behaviour or needing help and advice on training techniques, whether that be for a new puppy or a rescue dog. Every dog can provide its own set of challenges that can often be successfully managed with the correct support and guidance. We may also be called upon to help with those clients who own a dog with a disability. Providing sensible, easy to follow training techniques, as well as being able to give personal accounts and experiences where possible, can help to inspire and build confidence in those helping to look after a disabled dog.

Author

Tracey Ison RVN CertSAN

Tracey is a senior healthcare nurse at Feldon Veterinary Centre. Her spare time is spent supporting her local dog- rescue centre, where she volunteers as an on-site nurse once a week and is also one of the charity’s fundraisers. Tracey is also a keen writer, and her first book For the Love of Hounds – A Story of Life, Love, Loss and Licks has recently been published.

Keywords: Features, Rehabilitation, Rescue

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 30 (04) • April 2015 • pp122-124

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