Fear Free Basics
The acronym **FAS** stands for this.
*What is Fear, Anxiety, and Stress?*
This technique uses gentle, controlled positioning rather than forceful restraint.
*What is Gentle Control?*
(p. 7)
Made from juniper berries, this spirit is the key ingredient in a classic martini.
What is gin?
Dogs and cats can be distracted during procedures using these two common things.
*What are food and toys?*
This is the maximum number of team members recommended during most Fear Free procedures.
*What is two?*
Performing procedures in **this location** can increase client trust and reduce FAS in pets.
*What is the exam room?*
This type of mat should be placed on slippery surfaces to help pets feel secure.
*What is a non-slip mat or pheromone-infused towel?*
This Mexican spirit, often served with lime and salt, is made from the blue agave plant.
What is tequila?
Fearful pets may need this, provided as continuous reinforcement, throughout a procedure to cope.
*What is food/treats?*
This veterinary staff member ultimately sets and drives the Fear Free culture.
*What is the veterinarian?*
Psychological and behavioral responses that attempt to return the body to normal state of functioning.
What is the stress response?
These three methods are used to place pets in position for a procedure.
*What are ask, lure, and manipulate?*
A "Black Russian" is made by combining vodka with this coffee-flavored liqueur.
What is Kahlúa?
Using a gradient of this helps acclimate pets to being examined in sensitive areas.
*What is touch?*
This part of the medical record should document pet preferences and successful handling techniques.
*What are emotional records?*
Allowing pets to choose their position and location during exams helps reduce this behavioral response
*What is fear or fear-associated aggression?*
This tool is preferred over nylon muzzles because it allows panting and treat consumption
*What is a basket muzzle?*
This whiskey-based cocktail is made with sugar, bitters, and a twist of citrus peel, often garnished with a cherry.
What is an Old Fashioned?
This behavioral technique involves slowly increasing exposure to stimuli while pairing it with positive outcomes.
*What is desensitization and counterconditioning?* (p. 9)
If a dog struggles for more than 3 seconds or a cat for more than 2, this should happen.
*What is stop and reassess the handling plan?*
Veterinary procedures are stressful because they are painful and/or this.
*What is socially invasive or threatening?*
This visual and physical barrier tool is sometimes used with brachycephalic dogs and cats as an alternative to a muzzle.
*What is an Elizabethan collar or air muzzle?*
This Italian aperitif, bright orange in color and bitter in taste, is a key ingredient in a classic spritz.
What is Aperol?
Cats receive treats during vet visits less often than dogs, but this percentage will eat if fear is prevented.
*What is 75% or more?*
(p. 14)
Veterinary teams should continuously monitor this during procedures, even when using muzzles or tools.
*What is the level of FAS?*