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[thehappyvet]

How incredible would human medical and dental procedures be if they used a fear free approach???!?! Especially for anxious patients or those fearful of doctors/dentists.

Like:

Calm, quiet waiting room with relaxing music and some lavender incense

Sedative on board when you arrive so you're just chillin

Lots of different high value snack options for during (if possible) or afterwards ... think chocolates, chippies, lollies, heck maybe some fried chicken?!

Constant checking in to make sure you're dealing ok and stopping if it's getting too much

Gentle and calm communication the whole time with loads of positive reinforcement

Clear plans for before, during and after the procedure to make sure your anxiety is managed at every step possible

If it's getting too much stopping and rescheduling another day (if possible) or moving to a heavier sedation/twilight anaesthetic

Like the human world has a LOT to learn from the vet world about fear free approaches for anxious patients and I would LOVE for them to take a leaf out of our book.