Guest guest Posted June 7, 2007 Report Share Posted June 7, 2007 Hi all, I am working with a very aggressive 12 year old male neutered rottweiler with wobblers. C4-5, C5-6 cervical vertebral instability, cervical vertebral distraction-fusion 4/18/07. Prognosis: 50-70% My question is not specifically with the rehab but managing the aggression level. We started out with a traditional muzzle (and Peace and Calming essential oil) and then progressed to a rubber basket muzzle. At times it is impossible to even get the muzzle on him even with treats. In addition to his therapy needs, he requires frequent position changes and bladder expression. His owners desperately want to keep him alive and want to help him. His primary vet initially put him on pain meds thinking it was an issue of pain control...without success. Then they put him on prozac, again, no improvement. Their vet recommended a " behavioralist " from their practice who is teaching them clicker training. This may take weeks and weeks of practice and frankly, we don't have weeks. I have recommended the area's leading trainer who is an expert in dealing with large dogs with behavioral issues. Additionally, someone from the surgeon's office recommended an e- collar. Of the 3 choices (muzzle, basket muzzle and e-collar), I believe that this is the least safe method since he already has fairly good head / neck mobility and control. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Patti Triola, PT, CCRT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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