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By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
A study published in Plus One demonstrates 25 behavioral signs that were considered by experts to be reliable and sensitive for the assessment of pain in cats, across a range of different clinical conditions.
Scratching is a normal and innate behavior of the domestic house cat. Approximately 60 percent of house cats will scratch furniture without the presence of any underlying behavioral problem
Introductions aren't always easy, especially when it comes to cats getting comfortable at the vet. However, there are tactics to help keep cats calm and ease the stress of getting an appointment started.
No trapping happens without a plan and preparation for each step of the process, so the cat is treated humanely and experiences the least amount of stress.
Many of her patients enjoy “playtime,” a rewarding exam in which Salvo uses tasty treats to get patients to move on their own, but in a fashion that allows her to examine them. For instance, she might get them to sit or turn their head so she can look inside ears or examine the mouth.
Cats have a variety of unique behaviors and needs; we encourage owners to set their pets up for success by providing a diverse, behaviorally enriched environment free from physical, psychologic, and social stressors.
Cats have a variety of unique behaviors and needs; thorough investigation into the physical and social environment is crucial to an accurate diagnosis of the quality of the environment and formulation of an effective treatment plan to correct any deficiencies.
To maintain good mental health, indoor cats need stimulation and recreational opportunities. Environmental enrichment can be accomplished by providing your cat(s) with a variety of toys and opportunities to play.
By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
Dogs in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic often display signs of stress, yet that stress may not be obvious to owners when compared to behaviorists. Behaviorists indicate levels of stress are high in 29% of canine patients, suggesting impaired welfare.
All veterinary team members are critical to creating a Fear Free℠ environment. However, veterinary technicians interact with every department in a veterinary hospital and with nearly all patients. Veterinary technicians might be considered the hub of the hospital.
As part of your Fear Free certification, you learn a lot of techniques and practices that you can take back with you to put into action at your hospital or clinic.
Even the best strategies and ideas will fall flat if you can't get your staff on board with them. This is especially true when it comes to implementing Fear Free.
Educating clients about risk factors for FIC, subtle early signs, and the option for early detection of hematuria can empower them to help you care for their cats.
A study published in Plus One demonstrates 25 behavioral signs that were considered by experts to be reliable and sensitive for the assessment of pain in cats, across a range of different clinical conditions.
Cats have a variety of unique behaviors and needs; thorough investigation into the physical and social environment is crucial to an accurate diagnosis of the quality of the environment and formulation of an effective treatment plan to correct any deficiencies.
This prospective observational study evaluated client-reported recurrence of lower urinary tract signs (LUTS) and other signs of abnormalities in cats with idiopathic cystitis after institution of multimodal environmental modification (MEMO).
Dogs in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic often display signs of stress, yet that stress may not be obvious to owners when compared to behaviorists. Behaviorists indicate levels of stress are high in 29% of canine patients, suggesting impaired welfare.
Dogs in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic often display signs of stress, yet that stress may not be obvious to owners when compared to behaviorists.
By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
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Great! You want to become a Fear Free Certified® Practice.
Best decision ever!
Beyond the long-term benefits of your patients and clients, Practice Certification improves career satisfaction and safety. Here are some steps you’ll need to take:
Please note: We don’t currently offer facility certification for non-veterinary facilities. If you want us to contact you when it is available for non-veterinary facilities, click here.
A team admin account is best suited for practice and team leaders who wish to register two or more team members for any Fear Free® certification memberships.
Gives you access to your own team purchasing and management tool. Requires a designated team admin to oversee team progress.
Requires a designated team admin to oversee team progress.
The team admin account is best suited for practice and team leaders who wish to register two or more team members for any of the Fear Free Certification Programs. The team admin account is intended to serve as a purchasing and management tool for the individual overseeing their team’s progress with Fear Free. Please note what limitations the team admin account will have below.
What the team admin account can do:
Purchase registrations and renewals for team members
Purchase more memberships and renewals for your team. Dynamic pricing reflected in cart.
The online self-assessment is comprised of the Fear Free Certified Practice Standards and is accessible via the Practice Certification Dashboard (PCD). Access to the PCD is provided to the Team Admin account after the $500 USD non-refundable registration fee is paid.
25% of the entire staff is Fear Free Certified and has active (not expired) memberships. The 25% must include 50% + 1 of your FTE veterinarians.
To become a Fear Free Certified Practice, you will need to:
Implement the Fear Free Certified Practice Standards and complete the online self-assessment
Meet the minimum Fear Free Certified and active member staff requirements
Complete a successful virtual visit with a Practice Certification Veterinarian
You’ll pay a $500 non-refundable deposit to register to start the process of becoming a Fear Free Certified Practice.
Fear Free is excited to offer students, faculty, and staff of veterinary schools, veterinary technician/nurse schools, and veterinary assistant schools complimentary registration and renewal for the time they are enrolled in an educational institution. The offer is open to students of all levels above the age of 18 for the duration of their time in school, and we encourage you to take advantage of this offer as soon as possible! You will be required to complete the form in the link below to obtain registration or renewal instructions via email. Please email wags@fearfreepets.com with any questions.
Fear Free is excited to offer students, faculty, and staff of veterinary schools, veterinary technician/nurse schools, and veterinary assistant schools complimentary registration and renewal for the time they are enrolled in an educational institution. The offer is open to students of all levels above the age of 18 for the duration of their time in school, and we encourage you to take advantage of this offer as soon as possible! You will be required to complete the form in the link below to obtain registration or renewal instructions via email. Please email wags@fearfreepets.com with any questions. Go to the student and faculty registration page.