Thomas Hamilton

Building trust takes patience, empathy, and respect. With nervous or fearful dogs, I adjust my tone, body language, and posture to help them feel safe. In this clip, you’ll see how I raise my voice slightly, offer treats, and carefully read body language to guide every step. This is a method I use in a controlled clinic setting after years of experience—please don’t try to mimic this at home. Each dog is different, and safety—for both the pet and the handler—always comes first. #Veterinarian #FearFree #BuildingTrust #AnimalBehavior #DogWhispering #VetLife #drtom #veterinariansoftiktok #dog #dogsoftiktok #BestFriends #dogoftheday #patienceformypatients @Clove Shoes

Meet Tater everyone! #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #dogsoftiktok #patienceformypatients #dogsoftiktok #DogWhispering #VetLife #BestFriends

Taking time with my patients. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #dogsoftiktok #patienceformypatients #DogWhispering #VetLife #BestFriends #BuildingTrust #AnimalBehavior

Some of my patients who stole my heart. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #DogWhispering #dogsoftiktok #patienceformypatients #VetLife #dogoftheday #BuildingTrust #FearFree #BestFriends #kitten #kittensoftiktok #cat #catsoftiktok @Clove Shoes @GREENIESbrand

Thank you SO much Lydia Vaillancourt! You made me cry happy tears! TJ will have a piece of your heart and kindness with some of his very first steps! #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #VetLife #vetmed #baby #blessed #thankful #thankyou @Clove Shoes

Anal gland expression. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #DogWhispering #dogsoftiktok #patienceformypatients #VetLife #dogoftheday

Patient compilation. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #VetLife #vetmed #puppy #patienceformypatients #catoftheday #catsoftiktok #dog #dogsoftiktok

Sometimes, I let my guard down 😝 #Veterinarian #BuildingTrust #drtom #veterinariansoftiktok #dog #dogsoftiktok #dogoftheday #patienceformypatients #AnimalBehavior #DogWhispering

This patient is back again! 😊 #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #cat #catsoftiktok #catoftheday #patienceformypatients #VetLife

It’s a baby PUG! #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #DogWhispering #dogsoftiktok #pugsoftiktok #pug #patienceformypatients #VetLife #dogoftheday #BuildingTrust #BestFriends #FearFree #AnimalBehavior

Always be there for your patients! They don’t know why they are there or what happened. Comfort them. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #VetLife #vetmed #puppy #patienceformypatients #puppiesoftiktok #puppyoftheday

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture in a Golden Retriever Today we’re palpating the stifle joint of a Golden Retriever with a confirmed cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture — evident through both a positive cranial drawer test and radiographic changes (joint effusion, cranial tibial displacement, and early osteoarthritis). Diagnostics include: • Orthopedic exam (cranial drawer and tibial thrust) • Stifle radiographs • Sedation for pain-free, accurate palpation Treatment options: • Surgical repair (TPLO, TTA, or extracapsular repair) • Weight management and controlled exercise • Joint supplements and long-term anti-inflammatory support Early intervention is key to long-term mobility. Always trust your hands — the exam often tells the full story. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #DogWhispering #dogsoftiktok #patienceformypatients #VetLife #dogoftheday

This kitten is something! 🤣 #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #cat #catsoftiktok #catoftheday #kittensoftiktok #kitten #kittenoftheday #VetLife #vetmed

Some patients need a little more time, a little more patience—and that’s okay. Whether nervous, reactive, or just in need of extra care, they all matter to me. Every single one. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #DogWhispering #dogsoftiktok #patienceformypatients #VetLife #BestFriends

Getting to know my new patients at my new location. Proud to become the new Chief of Staff at Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital, Sturbridge, MA. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #dog #dogsoftiktok #BestFriends #dogoftheday @Clove Shoes @GREENIESbrand

I’m back in action with these patients! Collecting all the cute content for you all to see. #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #VetLife #vetmed #patienceformypatients #puppy #puppyoftheday #puppiesoftiktok @Clove Shoes

Hanging out with Margaret, the 9 year old Labradoodle, at Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital. #Veterinarian #FearFree #BuildingTrust #drtom #veterinariansoftiktok #dog #dogsoftiktok #BestFriends #bestfriends #dogoftheday #patienceformypatients @Clove Shoes

We’re going up, up, up! #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #VetLife #vetmed #patienceformypatients #puppy #puppiesoftiktok #dog #dogoftheday #dogsoftiktok #puppyoftheday #catoftheday @Clove Shoes

It’s treat time! #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #VetLife #vetmed #patienceformypatients #puppy #puppiesoftiktok #dog #dogoftheday #dogsoftiktok

Puppy appointment! #drtom #veterinarian #veterinariansoftiktok #puppy #puppyoftheday #dog #DogWhispering #dogsoftiktok #patienceformypatients #VetLife #dogoftheday #BuildingTrust #BestFriends #FearFree @Clove Shoes