Picking Up Your Dog

You need to learn how to pick up your dog without injuring him. Wait until he is calm and won’t wiggle away unless there is an emergency. To pick up a small dog, start place one hand under his chest as you support his rear end with the other hand and forearm. If your dog is larger, use your entire arm rather than just the hands to lift him from underneath. Avoiding injuring your back by bending your knees to lift your dog and pick him up if you can manage his weight. You can better support your dog by holding him close to your body. Never pick up your dog by a limb, his tailor the scruff of his neck. Don’t pick up your dog as you would a small child by his front legs. You could injure your dog using these methods. Contact your vet Newmarket, ON to learn more.