Getting Started with Your Ready Vet Go Card Deck.

How to Use the Deck to Train a Confident, Vet-Ready Dog

Congratulations — and welcome to Ready Vet Go!If you’re reading this, it means you’ve taken the first step toward calmer, stress-free vet visits and a happier, more confident dog.

The Ready Vet Go Training Deck isn’t just a set of cards — it’s a complete, science-backed training system designed by top professional trainers to help your dog feel comfortable and cooperative during every part of a vet visit.

This quick guide will show you exactly how to use your cards effectively for the fastest and most lasting results.

Step 1: Open the Deck and Organize by Category

Each deck is divided into categories that build on each other:

1. Foundation Skills – basic obedience and calm behaviors

2. Body Handling Basics – getting comfortable with touch and handling

3. Head & Mouth Prep – vet-related facial and mouth desensitization

4. Paw & Nail Care – confident, calm paw handling

5. Medical Procedure Prep – simulating real vet tools and sensations

6. Vet Office Environment Skills – putting it all into real-life context

Take a few minutes to look through your cards and get familiar with the sections. You’ll see how each one fits into your dog’s journey toward confidence at the vet.

Step 2: Start Small — 1 to 3 Cards Per Day

You don’t need hours of training. In fact, short and frequent sessions work best.

• Pick 1 to 3 cards each day to focus on.

• Spend just a few minutes practicing each exercise.

• Keep sessions upbeat and positive — end on a win!

Repetition builds understanding. Practicing a skill two or three times a day helps your dog associate the behavior with confidence and reward. That’s how you turn “new and weird” into “familiar and fun.”

Step 3: Repetition = Confidence

Dogs learn best through consistent repetition.Each time you repeat an action calmly and reward your dog, you’re teaching them:

“This is safe. You can relax.”

For example:If your dog practices “handling ears” a few times every day for a week, by the end of that week, your dog won’t think twice about someone checking their ears — even at the vet.

The same applies for every Ready Vet Go skill. Small, steady repetition creates comfort and eliminates fear.

Step 4: Keep Sessions Short and Positive

• 5–10 minutes max is ideal.

• Always end on success, even if it’s small.

• Use plenty of treats and praise to build positive associations.

• If your dog seems unsure, back up a step and try again tomorrow — consistency matters more than speed.

Remember, this isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress.

Step 5: Follow the Weekly Challenge Plan

Inside your member area, you’ll find a 52-week challenge series that follows the exact order of the cards.Each week introduces one new focus and provides a video and guidance.These challenges keep you consistent and help your dog progress in the right order.

You can absolutely move faster if your dog is ready — the cards are flexible and can be revisited anytime.

Step 6: Be Consistent, Not Complicated

Here’s the truth: you don’t have to train for hours or be a pro trainer.You just need to be consistent.

Training a few minutes a day builds trust and confidence faster than long, stressful sessions once a week. Within just a few weeks, you’ll start noticing big differences:

• Your dog lets you touch paws or ears without pulling away.

• Vet visits feel calmer and smoother.

• You feel more confident too.

That’s the Ready Vet Go method — steady, simple, effective.

Step 7: Watch the Transformation

By sticking with the cards daily, you’ll see your dog go from anxious or uncertain to relaxed and cooperative.What once caused stress — ear exams, nail trims, temperature checks — will soon feel routine.

Most members find their dogs show dramatic improvement in just a few weeks, and after completing the full deck, they’re practically vet pros.

You’re Building a Lifetime Skill

This isn’t just about one vet visit — it’s about giving your dog the tools to stay calm and confident for life.

Every card, every repetition, and every reward adds up to a stronger bond and a better vet experience for both of you.

You’ve got this. Your dog’s calm, confident future starts today —one card, one day, one victory at a time.