Words matter. When communicating with clients and colleagues about pets, being thoughtful about your word choices can make a world of difference in how everyone views the pets and the entire process. It shifts any blame or judgment off the pet and instead focuses on providing solutions to help deliver a Fear Free experience for pets, clients, and the veterinary team. Here are some possible rephrasing of common terms.
As pet sitters know, every animal is different! They each have their own favorite toys, treats, sleeping spots, and activities. Use this fillable handout to gather as much of your client’s pet’s preferences before you even step foot in the door. Not only will this make your sitting easier, but it will also help put the client’s mind at ease knowing that you’re taking every step you can to give their pet a Fear Free experience.
A Fear Free experience during a pet’s boarding and daycare time is incredibly important. Use this fillable handout to gather as much of your client’s pet’s preferences before you even step foot in the door. Not only will this make your work easier, but it will also help put the client’s mind at ease knowing that you’re taking every step you can to give their pet a Fear Free experience.
Download this handy treat ladder guide from Blue Buffalo and Fear Free.
Nail trims can be stressful for pets and owners alike. Set yourself and your pet up for success by downloading our nail trim handout!
The socialization period of puppies and kittens is extremely important in the formation of a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted pet. Help your clients take full advantage of this in a fun and engaging way with these socialization bingo cards!
Administrators are some of the busiest people in the hospital and can use all the help they can get. Have your clients fill out this Pre-Visit Questionnaire to learn more about their pet and his or her needs. Fillable & Print-Ready PDF – Companion Animal.
Mobile practices present unique challenges and opportunities to provide Fear Free care to your clients. Have your clients fill out this Pre-Visit Questionnaire to learn more about their pet and his or her needs. Fillable & Print-Ready PDF – Companion Animal
Avian Pre-Visit Questionnaire
Avian patients have unique needs and concerns. Have your clients fill out this Pre-Visit Questionnaire to learn more about their bird and his or her needs. Fillable & Print-Ready PDF – Avian
Educate your clients on Fourth of July safety with this infographic
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Educate your clients on Canada Day safety with this infographic
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Use this infographic courtesy of Trupanion™ to educate your clients on safety during Thanksgiving.
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Use this infographic to educate your clients about the dangers of New Year’s celebrations and pets.
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Educate your clients on Australia Day safety with this infographic
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Educate your clients on Halloween safety with this infographic
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When it comes to creating Fear Free veterinary visits, thinking about a patient’s individual needs is critical. Communicating those needs to the pet’s owner is also very important, as many of the pet’s preferences and behavioral tendencies carry over into other aspects of the pet’s life and future veterinary visits.
As somewhat of a client-friendly variation of a pet’s emotional record, use this digitally fillable or printable Fear Free Report Card to help connect with the client and ensure they go home with an understanding of their pet’s needs and emotional health while at the veterinarian.
Use this report card to take your grooming service to the next level. This report card lets your clients know you value their pet and strive to give them the most Fear Free grooming experience possible. You can mark what their pet enjoyed, what treats you gave them, any sensitive areas they may have, and even additional behaviors owners can work on to make their next grooming experience even better.
This report card can help you educate your training clients and help increase compliance. Mark what treats and activities their pet enjoys, what behaviors and ques they already know, and what behaviors they should work on.