Man may be a dog’s best friend but according to these pictures, there is one exception to the rule.
Canines will be well-behaved and loveable to almost anyone they meet – until you try to take them to the vets, it seems.
And they aren’t the only ones.
As these hilarious photographs show, other species of the animal kingdom including cats and rabbits will try many a tactic to avoid being seen by the medical professionals.
But it appears the animals have been sharing methods away from the ears of prying humans.
Several dogs have opted for the old ‘hide under the waiting room furniture’ strategy, while the ‘stand in the corner and pretend nothing is happening’ rouse appears to be a hit with both cats and canines.
Can you see me? This white cat hilariously peaks over the rim of a sink as he tries to hide from the vet during a tense visit
‘Do we have two?’ The unhappiness etched on these hounds’ faces tells us everything we need to know about their thoughts on trips to the vets
A whole in one: This cheeky cat believed if its head was hidden, he wouldn’t be seen by vets
In hiding: This feline decided to turn her back on the medical practitioner in the hope the practice would magically disappear
Puppy dog eyes: An unhappy pug sits as far into the corner as he can in a bid to stave off his visit
Spot the dog: This Jack Russell used a waiting room coffee table as a nifty hideaway after his owner took him to the vets
Facing the wall: A popular technique, previously used by a tabby cat, was adopted by this retriever
Getting creative: An anxious cat with a fixed stare looking anywhere but the camera used some leaflets to shield themselves from view
Please don’t make me: This cat looked adorably terrified as it peaked behind the shelves in a vet’s office
If I can’t see you, you can’t see me: Using a bench, this dog shielded his face from view while desperately hoping others couldn’t see him too
Under the weather: A black Labrador pulls the classic ‘puppy dog eyes’ face to demonstrate his unhappiness
Out of sight? Using just the singular ring beneath an office chair, this cat hoped he