At Summit Veterinary Care, we know that a vet visit can be a stressful experience for many pets—and that stress can create a cycle that makes future visits even harder.

That’s why, as a Fear Free Certified Veterinary Practice, we use confidence building visits to help break the cycle and create positive, low-pressure experiences for your pet.

What Exactly Is a Confidence Building Visit?

You might have heard the term “happy visits” before. We call them confidence building visits because that’s exactly what they do – they help your pet build positive associations with the vet—so they learn to trust us, feel safe, and even enjoy their visits.

During these short, stress-free visits, we focus on:

Why Confidence Building Visits Matter

When pets feel scared or threatened at the vet, they may hide, growl, or even become aggressive. This behavior is a natural response to fear—but it also means they get less care, which can impact their long-term health.

By offering confidence building visits, we help your pet:

How We Make Confidence Building Visits Special at Summit Veterinary Care

We combine these visits with our full suite of Fear Free® techniques—like pheromone diffusers (Feliway® and Adaptil®), calming treats, gentle handling, and soothing client and patient amenities.

Plus, our experienced team takes the time to listen to you and customize visits based on your pet’s personality and needs.

Start Building Confidence Today

Whether you’re bringing a new puppy, a shy rescue, or a nervous senior, confidence building visits can make all the difference.

If you’d like to schedule a confidence building visit or learn more about our Fear Free® services, just give us a call or visit us online.

At Summit Veterinary Care, we’re committed to making every visit a positive step toward lifelong health and happiness.