More and more veterinarians are realizing the benefits of having stress-free visits by their clients. Kinder and calmer visits lead to better, safer and easier care. Calm dogs have more accurate readings for blood pressure and weight, too. You can set your pet up for a lifetime of positive veterinary procedures and handling by choosing a practice that promotes gentle handling and allows you to have pleasant, “get acquainted” visits when there are NO medical procedures done.

• Find a Fear Free Certified veterinary practice
• For serious behavior problems – like fear, aggression and separation anxiety – we recommend that you get advice from a veterinarian who is a board-certified expert in behavior. See this list of qualified members of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists to find one near you
• Learn how you can become a Fear Free Happy Home here. This website provides resources and tools on enrichment and emotional well-being, as well as links to Fear Free Certified trainers and veterinarians.
• Here’s a great link to AVSAB’s position on positive veterinary care.