Physical wellbeing is the foundation for showing up as our best selves—both for the animals in our care and for each other. Just as we prioritize comfort and health for pets, it’s vital to extend that same level of care to ourselves to maintain energy, focus, and emotional resilience in veterinary and pet care environments.
Join us for a webinar with Melyssa Allen, MA, NBC-HWC, DipACLM, as we explore the six pillars of lifestyle medicine and their role in supporting wellbeing. We’ll focus on the core behaviors of nutrition, physical activity, and sleep, and how they influence not only our physical health but the quality of care we provide to pets every day.
Creating a high-performing, Fear Free–aligned team starts with a clear definition of success, strong leadership, and a thoughtful approach to change. In busy environments, setting the foundation for effective team dynamics can make all the difference in long-term success and staff wellbeing.
Join us for a webinar with Tori Williams, FFCP-V, Founder, Lemonade Coaching & Consulting, as we explore how to apply change management principles in clinical settings, define success collaboratively, and clarify leadership roles to support team alignment. You’ll walk away with practical tools to strengthen team culture and lead with purpose.
In this engaging 50-minute webinar, Dr. Natalie Marks will explore how the foundational principles of Fear Free can transform your clinic’s marketing approach. Designed specifically for veterinary professionals, this session offers practical strategies to help your team attract emotionally well patients and the pet parents who prioritize their wellbeing.
From refreshing your understanding of Fear Free fundamentals to building a client base that aligns with your practice values, you’ll walk away with actionable insights to strengthen your messaging, enhance your team’s confidence, and elevate the overall experience for pets and people alike. This session is ideal for Fear Free Certified Professionals and those looking to integrate positive, purpose-driven marketing into everyday practice.
Food or toy distractions can be an exceptionally useful tool in Fear Free. But they must be used appropriately, and in the correct situations, to ensure they actually decrease or prevent FAS, rather than inadvertently make things worse.
This one-hour course will empower you to know when to use distractions (and when not to use them), how to properly implement them, and what to do “in the moment.” Through several video examples and scenarios such as nail trims and vaccines, you will learn what to do “in the moment” as well.
This course, approved for 1 RACE CE hour, was written by Monique Feyrecilde, LVT, VTS (Behavior)
Lesson 1: Introduction to the distraction method Lesson 2: Types of distractions Lesson 3: Appropriate times to use distraction Lesson 4: How to implement distractions Lesson 5 & 6: When and why a distraction may not be appropriate Lesson 7: Examples of appropriate use of distractions Lesson 8: Alternatives to the use of distractions
EFear, anxiety, and stress can make veterinary visits challenging for both pets and their owners. Our What’s a PVP? handout helps pet parents understand how Pre-Visit Pharmaceuticals (PVPs) can reduce fear and create a calmer, more positive experience at the vet. Share this resource with your clients to help them feel confident in supporting their pet’s emotional wellbeing.
Want to provide even more guidance? Share this expert blog with your clients for additional insights on how PVPs can help pets feel safer and more comfortable at the vet.
Each year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) analyzes nationwide data on toxic exposures in pets. In 2024, the APCC received over 365,000 calls related to toxic substances, highlighting the most common risks encountered by dogs and cats. This handout provides professionals with essential insights into these top toxins, helping you educate clients, prevent toxic exposures, and ensure prompt, effective treatment when needed.
Caring for young kittens in a shelter or foster setting means more than just meeting their physical needs—it’s about supporting their emotional wellbeing, socialization, and stress-free development.
This series of short, practical videos are designed to help shelter teams and foster caregivers create a healthy, low-stress environment for kittens in their care.
In this video series, you’ll learn:
How to create a calm, stress-free space for kittens
How to recognize and respond to early signs of fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS)
The importance of early socialization and how to set kittens up for a lifetime of confidence
Sponsored by our friends at Virox. Narration by Tabitha Kucera, CCBC, RVT, KPA-CTP, VTS (Behavior), Elite FFCP-V
Video #1 – Environment
Creating the right environment is the first step to helping kittens thrive. Watch this video to learn more about building the perfect environment for kittens to feel safe and ready for their forever homes.
Video #2 – Identifying FAS
Did you know kittens communicate through their behavior from birth? Recognizing fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) early can make a world of difference in their development. Learn why identifying FAS can support kittens on their journey to adoption.
Video #3 – Socialization
The critical window for socializing kittens is between two and nine weeks. During this time, positive experiences with people, other animals, and new environments shape their ability to handle future stress. Discover how early socialization helps prepare kittens for their forever homes.
