Follow the patient's lead and learn so much more
Fear-Free as a veterinary philosophy applies to nearly every facet of practice. Consider the underwater treadmill approach used at Bigger Road Veterinary Center in Springboro, Ohio: Every step from the pace of the proceedings to the physical interaction between the patient-a black Labrador retriever named Teddy-and the team is based on what's most comfortable for the pet. Listen as treadmill operator Carmen Kolz describes the therapeutic and diagnostic value of this process.