It may be the sight of
the veterinarian in a white coat, the smell of disinfectant used at the practice, the fact that it is in proximity with other animals in an anxious or excited state, or the memory of receiving a treatment such as an injection.
Not exact matches
In recognition of Charlotte Bacon and her dream of becoming a
veterinarian, the Bacons were presented with a letter admitting Charlotte as an honorary student at the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine, and with the special
white lab
coat every incoming student receives at a ceremony at the start of each academic year, this one embroidered with Charlotte's name.
Also, your
veterinarian will take into account something called «
white coat syndrome» where being at the stress of being at the
veterinarian can cause an increase
in pressure.
«Dogs experience anxiety
in new and overwhelming situations, like visiting the
veterinarian's office (
white coat syndrome) or being boarded
in a kennel away from home and separated from the things that are safe and familiar,» she told The Dodo.