08/18/2026
POTD goes to our new member of the PWAH family …BRUNO! Bruno came in for a new client exam from being adopted by the shelter in here in Manassas at the Prince William Animal Shelter. Our sweet Frenchie was extremely nervous during his visit and wasn’t comfortable with handling, so our team chose to use calming medications such as gabapentin and trazodone and have him return for his next visit once he was better prepared. 🐶💤 Sometimes the kindest thing we can do for a very anxious pet is slow down and give them a little extra help.
This isn’t about making a pet “behave” , it’s about reducing fear and stress so their experience can be as positive as possible while keeping our patients, doctors, and staff safe. When a pet is terrified, sedation or pre-visit calming medication can help prevent overwhelming experiences and allow our veterinary team to provide the care they need with patience and compassion. ❤️
We’re proud to take the time our patients need, because a calmer visit today can help build a more confident veterinary patient for the future! 🩺🐾
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