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Fear Free

A Different Approach To Your Pets Trip To The Veterinarian

Fear Free is when veterinary healthcare professionals “Take the Pet out of Petrified” and  “Put the Treat into Treatment!”  Where pet owners are “Helping Pets Live Happy, Healthy, full lives” via online and in-person education.  Courses provide learners and pet lovers with the knowledge and tools to not only look after a pet’s physical well-being but also his or her emotional well-being. We know we must feed the pet’s mind as well as the body so we make sure that in-home enrichment and fear free training are front-and-center with pet professionals and pet owners alike.

Before You Come To EWAH

  • If your pet rides in a carrier, get them accommodated to it before hand.  Have them walk in and out of it with out closing it.
  • Use pheromones, like Adaptil or Feliway to relax them and make them feel safe.
  • Take them in the car when not going to the vet
  • Give them any medications that the doctor, or your previous vet, has prescribed for anxiety or car travel
  • Take your time coming to the vet, your stress and sudden movements may alarm your pet