Restraint

FAS

Fear, anxiety, and stress

FLUTD

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease

Level 0-1

Pet is relaxed and readily accepts treats, attention, and/or toys

Level 2-3

Pet is fidgeting and not readily accepting treats or attention. May interact with staff. At this point, the staff can assess the situation and try to find ways to comfort the patient. They may use a different treat, form of handling, or take a break. If the pet continues to struggles, sedation may be recommended, or the exam may be rescheduled for a later date with PVP

Level 4

Pet is not willing to participate in procedures and may attempt to get away or escape. Pet may exhibit fight, flight, or freeze response. Pet does not accepts treats or attention. Sedation may be recommended or rescheduled with PVP

Level 5

The patient shows signs of aggression such as growling, snapping, barking, hissing, or lunging. Pet will not tolerate procedures and most likely needs sedation for handling or procedures. PVP will likely be prescribed before future visits

PVP

Pre-visit pharmaceuticals. Anti-anxiety medications that are prescribed to help ease the FAS a pet experiences with vet visits or other stressful events

Acclimation

As you talk with the client, allow the patient to ex[lore, approach, and investigate. If there is only one patient in the room, tossing treats near and away can entice the patient to explore the room and get treats without having to approach a stranger