If your dog bites sudden, sharp, unexpected pain happens, that might be an understandable response and warning the vet of such things should be acceptable.
First time? Sure. Accidents happen and vets are prepared.
But if you know that happens, your dog is a biter. You should have your own properly fitted muzzle ready for any triggers. In this case, just arrive with it on.
Edit: if you KNOW ALREADY that your dog bites… You should already own a muzzle.
Uh, if your dog bites, you should already own a properly fitted muzzle.
If your dog bites sudden, sharp, unexpected pain happens, that might be an understandable response and warning the vet of such things should be acceptable.
First time? Sure. Accidents happen and vets are prepared.
But if you know that happens, your dog is a biter. You should have your own properly fitted muzzle ready for any triggers. In this case, just arrive with it on.
I’ll edit my original to better enunciate this.