What is a Fear Free Certified Professional?
A Fear Free Certified Practitioner (or FFCP) is an individual who has undergone specialized training in Fear Free, which teaches us to identify, alleviate, and support patients who are fearful, anxious, or stressed (FAS), which can occur after visits to the vet where their behavioral needs aren’t prioritized. FFCPs are able to read their patient’s body language and understand when there are heightened FAS and are able to respond to these cues to provide a calming, nurturing, and positive experience – one where our patients look forward to their trip to the vet!
10 Things Your Veterinary Team Should Know About Your Pet
10 Things That Make Fear Free Veterinary Visits Different
How to Prepare Your Pet for a Veterinary Visit
How to Make the Trip to the Hospital Fear Free
How to Manage a Fear Free Return Home
Fear Free Puppy Socialization Bingo
Fear Free Kitten Socialization Bingo
Nail Trims: Trimming Away the Terror
How to Pill Your Pet With Kindness
Giving Medications to Your Pet: How to Put the Treat Into Treatments
Training as Enrichment: Walking & Moving
Training as Enrichment: Basic Skills
Training as Enrichment: Doggie “Spaw” Day
Training Session Length
The Dangers of “Training” Collars
Keep Calm and Muzzle on
How Trainers Can Help Animals in Pain
Leash Pulling & Reactivity
DIY Enrichment Ideas for Dogs
Preventing Separation Anxiety
A Fulfilled Dog (Not a Tired Dog) Is a Happy Dog
What to Do About Your Cat’s Scratching
Senior Dogs: Special Concerns & Solutions
What is Fear Free Grooming?
