Fear Free Certified Veterinary Practice
in Brooklyn, NY
A Calmer Approach to Emergency Care

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Veterinary visits—especially in an emergency—can be overwhelming for both pets and the people who love them. That’s why we’ve taken an extra step to ensure every patient’s experience is as gentle and stress-free as possible.

In 2024, VERG became the first veterinary emergency hospital in the nation to achieve Fear Free Emergency & Urgent Care Practice Certification. This milestone reflects our commitment to advancing emergency veterinary medicine while prioritizing the emotional well-being of every pet we treat.

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How Fear Free Makes a Difference in Your Pet’s Care

Fear Free is a philosophy of care that transforms how pets experience the veterinary hospital. By focusing on reducing fear, anxiety, and stress, we create an environment where pets feel safer and more comfortable, even in emergency situations.

Here’s how Fear Free benefits your pet:

  • Improved Health Outcomes

    Calm pets are more cooperative for exams and therapies, and experience less stress overall, leading to a quicker recovery and improved healing response.

  • Greater Comfort & Trust

    A soothing environment helps pets feel more secure, fostering positive associations with veterinary visits.

  • Safer, Gentler Handling

    Low-stress techniques reduce the need for physical or chemical restraint, protecting both pets and caregivers.

  • Better Quality of Life

    By reducing fear and anxiety, we support not only physical health but also your pet’s overall emotional well-being.

At VERG, we believe that veterinary medicine should heal both body and mind, and Fear Free helps us do just that.

What It Takes to Become Fear Free Certified in Emergency Medicine

Achieving Fear Free Practice Certification is no small task, especially for an emergency hospital where pets arrive in their most critical moments. To earn this designation, our entire team completed extensive training in the science of reducing fear, anxiety, and stress in pets.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Hospital-Wide Commitment

    Every member of our team, from reception to specialists, is trained in Fear Free protocols.

  • Specialized Emergency Training

    We learned to adapt Fear Free principles to fast-paced, high-stress emergency situations, ensuring pets still receive comfort alongside critical care.

  • Environmental Design

    Our facility is structured with calming features, such as quiet spaces, pheromone diffusers, and considerate handling areas.

  • Continuous Education

    We stay up to date with the latest advancements in Fear Free techniques to provide the best possible care.

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Being the first emergency hospital to receive Fear Free Emergency & Urgent Care Practice Certification means that VERG is setting a new standard for compassionate emergency veterinary care not just in Brooklyn, but across the country.

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A New Standard of Emergency Veterinary Care

When emergencies happen, your pet deserves a veterinary hospital that can provide both advanced medicine and compassionate handling. At VERG Brooklyn, our Fear Free approach ensures that even in the most stressful situations, your pet’s emotional and physical well-being are at the heart of everything we do.

Because veterinary care isn’t only about saving lives; it’s about making pets and their families feel safe, supported, and cared for every step of the way.

Want to experience the difference Fear Free veterinary care can make for your pet? Give us a call. We’re here 24/7 and ready to help.

Call Us (718) 522-9400