Mikkel Becker, lead trainer at Fear Free Pets, joins the Family Pet Podcast to discuss fear, anxiety, and stress that pets experience during veterinary care. They cover the importance of protecting the emotional well-being of pets, the benefits of Fear Free certification for veterinary practices, and tips for preparing dogs and cats for vet visits. They also share fun facts about calming music and scents for pets. Overall, Fear Free veterinary care aims to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in pets, creating a more positive and comfortable experience for both pets and their owners.
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Happy Paws Podcast
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Format
03:01 Fear Free Pets and Emotional Well-being
06:19 Fear Free Certification and Common Themes
09:27 Why Pets Fear Visiting the Veterinarian
11:59 Fear Free Certified Veterinary Practice
15:15 Preparing a Dog for a Vet Visit
24:21 Benefits of Fear Free Veterinary Care
29:27 Fun Facts about Fear Free Veterinary Care
Mikkel Becker, lead trainer at Fear Free Pets, joins the Family Pet Podcast to discuss fear, anxiety, and stress that pets experience during veterinary care. They cover the importance of protecting the emotional well-being of pets, the benefits of Fear Free certification for veterinary practices, and tips for preparing dogs and cats for vet visits. They also share fun facts about calming music and scents for pets. Overall, Fear Free veterinary care aims to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in pets, creating a more positive and comfortable experience for both pets and their owners.
Fear Free Happy Homes website
Happy Paws Podcast
Donate to Michael's St Baldrick's Foundation fundraising page!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Format
03:01 Fear Free Pets and Emotional Well-being
06:19 Fear Free Certification and Common Themes
09:27 Why Pets Fear Visiting the Veterinarian
11:59 Fear Free Certified Veterinary Practice
15:15 Preparing a Dog for a Vet Visit
24:21 Benefits of Fear Free Veterinary Care
29:27 Fun Facts about Fear Free Veterinary Care