Staff members at Black Dog Veterinary Services have been certified in the “Fear Free” program. “Fear Free”‘s mission is to prevent and alleviate “fear”, anxiety, and stress in pets by inspiring and educating the people who care for them. We utilize safe, anxiety-reducing methods to “take the pet out of petrified!”
- Have a Fear Free 4th of July
- How to Prevent Halloween Howls From Your Pet
- Help Your Pet Celebrate a Fear Free New Year
- The Spectrum of Fear, Anxiety & Stress (Dogs)
- The Spectrum of Fear, Anxiety & Stress (Cats)
- Our Fear Free Commitment to You and Your Pet
- What to Do About Your Cat’s Scratching
- Addressing Leash Reactivity
- NAIL TRIMS: Trimming Away the Terror
- SENIOR DOGS: Special Concerns & Solutions
- Training Session Length
- The Dangers of “Training” Collars
- A Fulfilled Dog (Not a Tired Dog) is a Happy Dog
- DIY Enrichment Ideas for Dogs
- Preventing Separation Anxiety
- How to Prepare Your Pet for a Veterinary Visit
- How Trainers Can Help Animals in Pain
- How to Pill Your Pet With Kidness
- How to Manage a Fear Free Return Home
- How to Make the Trip to the Veterinary Hospital Fear Free
- Giving Medications to Your Pet: How to Put the Treat Into Treatments
- Food Allergies
- Fear Free Puppy Socialization
- Fear Free Kitten Socialization
- FAS Scale
- Training as Enrichment: Basic Skills
- Training as Enrichment: Doggie “Spaw” Day
- Training as Enrichment: Walking & Moving
- Body Language and Signs of FAS in Dogs
- Body Language and Signs of FAS in Cats
- 10 Things Your Veterinary Team Should Know About Your Pet
- 10 Things That Make Fear Free Veterinary Visits Different