Fear, anxiety, and stress can make veterinary visits challenging for both pets and their owners. Our What’s a PVP? handout helps pet parents understand how Pre-Visit Pharmaceuticals (PVPs) can reduce fear and create a calmer, more positive experience at the vet. Share this resource with your clients to help them feel confident in supporting their pet’s emotional wellbeing. Want to provide even more guidance? Share this expert blog with your clients for additional insights on how PVPs can help pets feel safer and more comfortable

Each year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) analyzes nationwide data on toxic exposures in pets. In 2024, the APCC received over 365,000 calls related to toxic substances, highlighting the most common risks encountered by dogs and cats. This handout provides professionals with essential insights into these top toxins, helping you educate clients, prevent toxic exposures, and ensure prompt, effective treatment when needed. {{ vc_btn: title=Download&style=custom&custom_background=%23435664&custom_text=%23ffffff&shape=round&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffearfreepets.com%252F%253Fddownload%253D3310337%7Ctarget%3A_blank%7Crel%3Anofollow&css=.vc_custom_1742570617782%7Bbackground-color%3A+%23435664+%21important%3Bborder-radius%3A+30px+%21important%3B%7D }}

Caring for brachycephalic dogs, known for their charmingly unique faces but complex respiratory and aerodigestive challenges, requires a nuanced and compassionate approach. This webinar delves into the comprehensive and stress-free management of these beloved breeds, addressing the intricacies of Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) and related conditions. Effective management involves thorough diagnostic evaluations of both the respiratory and aerodigestive systems to comprehensively address significant clinical abnormalities. Tweet{{ vc_btn: title=Back+to+Webinars&style=custom&custom_background=%238dc8e8&custom_text=%23ffffff&shape=round&align=left&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffearfreepets.com%252Fresources%252Fwebinars%252F%7Ctitle%3ABack%2520to%2520Webinars }}

Helping Shelters & Fosters Raise Confident, Healthy Kittens – Video Series Caring for young kittens in a shelter or foster setting means more than just meeting their physical needs—it’s about supporting their emotional wellbeing, socialization, and stress-free development. This series of short, practical videos are designed to help shelter teams and foster caregivers create a healthy, low-stress environment for kittens in their care. In this video series, you’ll learn: How to create a calm, stress-free space for kittens How to recognize and respond to early

Periodontal disease is the most common disease in dogs and cats, affecting 80% of pets, yet it remains one of the most undertreated conditions in veterinary practices. Left untreated, dental disease becomes debilitating, spreading infection to internal organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys. Beyond physical health, dental disease significantly impacts pets’ emotional wellbeing, causing pain, fear, anxiety, and stress. It can also weaken the bond between pets and their families, as affected pets become quieter, more reclusive, and less affectionate. Tweet{{ vc_btn: title=Back+to+Webinars&style=custom&custom_background=%238dc8e8&custom_text=%23ffffff&shape=round&align=left&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffearfreepets.com%252Fresources%252Fwebinars%252F%7Ctitle%3ABack%2520to%2520Webinars }}

A diagnosis of feline diabetes can be overwhelming, scary, and stressful for cat owners. The diagnostic process and long-term management can impact the owner’s and their cat’s emotional health. Presenting easier treatment options can soften the news and make diabetes management easier to handle. Join Dr. Natalie L. Marks, DVM, CVJ, Elite FFCP-V, as she reviews alternate treatment options that can help remove the fear, anxiety, and stress from diabetes management. Dr. Natalie Marks is a highly accomplished veterinarian, educator, and media contributor with a

SGLT2 inhibitors were introduced to the market over one year ago for the treatment of diabetes mellitus in cats. Since then, we’ve learned a lot about the use of these medications. As a result, patient screening and monitoring protocols have been revised. Join Dr. Cynthia R. Ward, VMD, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), Professor Emerita, University of Georgia, to discuss SGLT2 inhibitor use, including specific case examples. Dr. Cynthia Ward received her VMD and PhD degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed residency training at the

Veterinary technicians often develop a strong rapport and trusting relationship with pet owners. This uniquely positions them for effective discussions with owners of cats with diabetes mellitus. However, technicians must first be prepared to identify risk factors and signs of diabetes mellitus in cats. Join Fear Free Certified veterinarian, Dr. Cynthia R. Ward, VMD, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), Professor Emerita, University of Georgia, to discuss strategies veterinary technicians can use to talk to cat owners about preventing and recognizing diabetes. Dr. Cynthia Ward received her VMD

Many shelter animals are already experiencing elevated levels of fear, anxiety, and stress. Although wellness care is essential, it can add to this burden. With little to no additional time, shelter teams can reduce FAS by providing vaccines, deworming medications, and flea, tick, and heartworm preventives in a Fear Free manner. Join Fear Free Certified® Veterinarian Dr. Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB, FFCP-V, as she discusses how using Fear Free methods for wellness care can make the shelter experience more enjoyable for animals. Dr. Meghan Herron

 Canine patients struggling with fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) can benefit from sedation before and during veterinary visits. In the second part of our two-part webinar series, we’ll address dogs with more profound levels of FAS who require a thoughtful and intentional sedation plan to ensure safe, Fear Free veterinary visits. Join Fear Free Certified® Veterinarian Dr. Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB, FFCP-V, as she discusses oral premedication and injectable sedation protocols for dogs with FAS level 3 or greater to ensure a pleasant veterinary experience