Fear Free Pets

Jan 15 2025 69 ep. 22 mins 25
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Animals are at their best when they feel at ease. Fear Free® offers science-based, behavior-led strategies to prevent and reduce fear, anxiety, and stress for pets worldwide. Fear Free is the ultimate podcast for all things animal wellbeing and the epitome of science meets the soul. Host Steve Dale digs deep with expert guests to uncover top ways to care for both the physical and emotional wellbeing of animals. This podcast is the go-to guide for optimizing physical and emotional health in animals by the veterinary and pet professionals who devote their lives to loving and caring for them.

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Managing the Complex Health Needs of Brachycephalic Dogs with Dr. Carol Reinero

Jan 15 2025 34 mins  
Dr. Carol Reinero, an expert in respiratory diseases in small animals, discusses the rising popularity and associated problems of brachycephalic (shortnosed) dog breeds such as French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs, and Pugs. She explains how their physical traits lead to a variety of health problems, particularly respiratory issues known as brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (

Dr. Adam Christman and Being Empowered Through Fear Free

Oct 22 2024 20 mins  
Dr. Adam Christman discusses the importance of Fear Free, including why the concept hit home for him. He delves into ways he integrates Fear Free into his care for pets, including little wins that build loyalty in both person and pet in wanting to come back to the practice. Dr. Adam Christman's Bio: Dr. Christman is the Chief Veterinary Officer for dvm360® and the Fetch Veterin

Preserving Quality of Life for Canine Cancer Patients

Sep 09 2024 44 mins  
In this episode Dr. Natalie Marks speaks on the latest science and strategies surrounding improved quality of life for canine and feline cancer patients. Discussion includes ways to more effectively assess and address indicators impacting both the physical and emotional health of dogs and cats diagnosed with cancer and those in remission. Aspects of pharmaceutical treatment covered

Secrets of the stars with celebrity pet trainer Nicole Ellis

May 06 2024 20 mins  
Celebrity trainer Nicole Ellis shares her top tips to lower stress for dogs, cats and yes, even horses! Nicole Ellis CPDT-KA, APDT, Fear Free Certified, AKC evaluator Nicole Ellis, a certified professional dog trainer and esteemed pet lifestyle expert, is the co-author of Working Like a Dog and has been featured on Amazon’s The Pack, as well as The Today Show, among other platf

Forging a Fear Free Future for Pets with Victoria Stilwell

Apr 15 2024 20 mins  
World renown dog trainer Victoria Stilwell from It's Me or the Dog and host Steve Dale discuss why Fear Free is so essential for all animals and stands as the gold standard of care. The duo also discuss ways to reduce canine aggression that include consent tests that ensure the dog’s kept comfortable throughout the entire interaction. Be sure to checkout the Dog Behavior Confer

Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody: An Exciting Treatment Option

Jan 12 2024 22 mins  
Since the onset of canine parvovirus in the 1970s, we’ve made great strides with vaccination. That being said, unfortunately, we still see canine parvovirus cases. Join Dr. Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB, to learn about an exciting treatment option that is available! Brought to you by our friends at Elanco: https://www.elanco.com/en-us

An Innovative Treatment for the Newly Diagnosed Diabetic

Jan 12 2024 20 mins  
Feline diabetes is becoming much more prevalent in today's world. Dr. Cindi Ward, VMD, PhD, DACVIM SAIM, FFCP, joins Dr. Natalie Marks, DVM, CVJ, Elite FFCP, for a deeper dive into the world of feline diabetes to discuss case selection, monitoring, and how communication can remove fear, anxiety, and stress from treatment. Brought to you by our friends at Elanco: https://www.elanco

Using Dietary Supplements to Improve the Health, Well-Being, and Compliance in Cats and Dogs

Jan 05 2024 26 mins  
Dietary supplements have shown promise in treating a wide variety of canine and feline conditions such as diarrhea, dehydration, age-related cognitive decline, and anxiety, particularly when used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. Join Dr. Julia Albright MA DVM DACVB, to discuss the underlying actions of several supplements and how their use can improve clinical signs, comp

What to Know About Feline Infectious Diseases

Jul 24 2023 19 mins  
Join Dr. Jessica Pritchard VMD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) to discuss what’s new in feline infectious disease and prevention strategies. She will go into details about feline leukemia, feline calicivirus, vaccination strategies for prevention and how they align with Fear Free principles.

Leptospirosis: what every animal owner should know

Jul 24 2023 17 mins  
Come join Dr. Jessica Pritchard VMD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) and learn more about the bacterial infection leptospirosis including risk factors to both animals and people, prevention strategies and ways to make the vaccination visit safe and fear free for our pets.