Faculty development with integration of low stress pet handling techniques into a veterinary school curriculum

Abstract

This article was migrated. The article was not marked as recommended. As low stress pet handling methods become more mainstream and expected by pet owners, there is a need for skilled instructors teaching these methods in veterinary medical and veterinary technical curricula. This paper describes the integration of practical techniques for low stress pet handling into a veterinary school curriculum. As this represents a shift in pet handling philosophy, faculty consensus-building, continuing education, and integration of new skills is emphasized.