Exciting News: We Are Fear Free Certified Pet Sitters!
We are thrilled to announce that we are now Fear Free Certified Pet Sitters! Our certification from Fear Free signifies our dedication to providing top-level care to your beloved pets, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
What Does Fear Free Certification Mean?
The Fear Free pet sitter certification program equips pet sitters with a comprehensive understanding of animal body language, dog walking, behavior and training basics, enrichment, home life, travel, administering medications, and much more. This scientifically sound knowledge base allows us to offer the highest standard of care to your pets and provide you with essential support and advice.
About Fear Free
Founded by Dr. Marty Becker, Fear Free® was developed by hundreds of experts in behavior, medicine, and handling. Fear Free® provides education to veterinary professionals, the pet professional community, animal shelter staff and volunteers, and pet owners. The goal is to equip everyone with the knowledge and tools to look after a pet’s physical and emotional wellbeing.
“Providing pet professionals with the tools they need to ease this burden of fear and anxiety for pets is the pinnacle of my decades-long veterinary career,” said Dr. Becker, a familiar face from Good Morning America. “Pet professionals are hungry for this information. Animals and their humans need and deserve it.”
Continuous Education and Certification
To become Fear Free certified, pet sitters must complete a comprehensive educational course and pass an exam. Additionally, certified pet sitters are required to engage in continuing education to maintain their certification, ensuring they stay updated with the latest practices and knowledge.
Free Education
Pet parent resources are listed on the website.
Resources for Pet Parents
For pet parents looking to deepen their understanding of pet care, Fear Free® Happy Homes is an excellent resource. This platform offers free access to cutting-edge content and education to help your pets live their happiest, healthiest lives. Here’s what you can explore at Fear Free Happy Homes:
Videos: Fun and easy-to-implement tips.
Articles: Reviewed by board-certified veterinary behaviorists.
Downloadable Handouts: Games, tips, and tricks for your pet.
Discounts: On pet products and services.
We are excited to bring the Fear Free approach to our pet sitting services, ensuring your pets are happy, healthy, and stress-free. For more information, visit www.fearfreehappyhome.com.
Thank you for entrusting us with your pet’s care!
