About Us

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What is Fear Free®?

Founded by “America’s Veterinarian,” Dr. Marty Becker, and developed by hundreds of experts in behavior, medicine, and handling, Fear Free has become one of the single most transformative initiatives in the history of companion animal practice.

Our programs and courses provide veterinary professionals, pet professionals, animal welfare communities, and pet owners with the knowledge and tools to look after both a pet’s physical and emotional wellbeing.

We get you. Like you, we love pets like family and want what is best for them. Find the portal of interest to you below for more information about Fear Free programs, education, and our ever-growing community.

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Veterinary Professionals

As veterinary professionals, we understand the emotional demand of the veterinary field. We know the impact that stress and anxiety can have on our patients, our professionals, and our practices.
Fortunately, there is a solution that can resolve this downward trend in mental health, restore trust in veterinarians as the true pet health experts, and most importantly reduce feelings of stress, resulting in
a better experience for all involved. Fear Free veterinary visits are the answer.

As a Fear Free Certified veterinary professional, you will:

  • Reduce or remove anxiety triggers that can cause pets to become fearful at home, in transport, and at the veterinary hospital
  • Help owners deliver calm pets to your hospital
  • Enhance the quality of medicine in your practice
  • Increase compliance
  • Improve safety for the veterinary team

Pet Professionals

Pet professionals play a critical role in creating a happier, healthier life for pets, which is why we take Fear Free full circle and offer a variety of certification programs for pet professionals. The certification programs are seen as the foundation for Fear Free and designed to give individuals the knowledge and tools required to start implementing Fear Free within their workplace.

Fear Free currently offers the following pet professional programs:

  • Animal Trainer Certification Program
  • Groomer Certification Program
  • Pet Sitter Certification Program
  • Boarding & Daycare Certification Program

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