A full-service independent veterinary hospital: owned and run by locals, living with you in the Dapto community
At Companion Animal Vet, we believe a visit to the vet doesn’t have to be stressful. Our fear-free approach helps reduce anxiety for pets through gentle handling, calming environments and techniques designed with their emotional wellbeing in mind.
Fear-free care starts before your pet even arrives. From the moment you book an appointment, we provide advice on travel and arrival, and our team is trained to recognise signs of fear and respond with kindness, patience and calm.
We use species-specific pheromone diffusers in our clinic to help pets feel more at ease. These natural, scentless signals mimic what animals use to feel safe in their environment, helping create a more settled space.
Our team is trained in low-stress, gentle handling that respects your pet’s boundaries. We avoid force or restraint wherever possible and work at your pet’s pace to make each interaction feel safe and positive.
We’ve created a calm, quiet environment with separate waiting areas for cats and dogs to minimise noise and smells that can cause anxiety. Soft lighting, soothing sounds and slow, mindful movement are all part of our clinic.
We use species-specific pheromone diffusers in our clinic to help pets feel more at ease. These natural, scentless signals mimic what animals use to feel safe in their environment, helping create a more settled space.
Our team is trained in low-stress, gentle handling that respects your pet’s boundaries. We avoid force or restraint wherever possible and work at your pet’s pace to make each interaction feel safe and positive.
We’ve created a calm, quiet environment with separate waiting areas for cats and dogs to minimise noise and smells that can cause anxiety. Soft lighting, soothing sounds and slow, mindful movement are all part of our clinic.
Fear-free care helps pets feel safer and more confident during visits. It leads to better cooperation, easier exams, and stronger long-term health outcomes, because pets aren’t as frightened or resistant to regular care.
By lowering fear levels, pets experience less physical stress—like raised heart rates or shaking—which can otherwise impact their health. This means quicker recovery, more accurate diagnostics and better overall wellbeing.
When pets aren’t anxious, they’re more receptive to treatment and routine care. This improves their quality of life and allows us to monitor their health more closely and effectively.
Creating a positive experience means your pet is less likely to associate vet visits with fear. Over time, they become more relaxed and cooperative—making future visits smoother and less traumatic for everyone involved.
Fear-free practices don’t just help pets—they make the whole experience better for you too. We know how hard it is to see your pet anxious, and we’re here to help reduce that worry.
Knowing your pet is being handled with care, compassion and respect gives you confidence in every visit. We treat them as if they were our own and always communicate openly with you throughout.
With less resistance and stress, visits are quicker, calmer and often require fewer medications or interventions. Many of our clients notice a big difference in how their pets behave when they return.
When you choose fear-free care, you’re strengthening the trust between you and your pet. By reducing fear and making the vet feel like a safe space, your relationship grows with even more comfort and understanding.
Our FAQs cover some of the most common queries we receive from pet owners, so you can feel informed and confident before your visit. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, just give us a call, we’re always happy to chat.
For your pet’s first appointment, bring any previous medical records, vaccination history, and a list of current medications if applicable. It’s also helpful to bring a fresh stool sample for testing and any questions or concerns you may have.
For your pet’s first appointment, bring any previous medical records, vaccination history, and a list of current medications if applicable. It’s also helpful to bring a fresh stool sample for testing and any questions or concerns you may have.
For your pet’s first appointment, bring any previous medical records, vaccination history, and a list of current medications if applicable. It’s also helpful to bring a fresh stool sample for testing and any questions or concerns you may have.
For your pet’s first appointment, bring any previous medical records, vaccination history, and a list of current medications if applicable. It’s also helpful to bring a fresh stool sample for testing and any questions or concerns you may have.
Our friendly team is here to make the process easy and stress-free.
Simply click below or give us a call—we’ll find a time that works
for you and your companion.
Be it a Cat, Dog or Rabbit, your pet is an important part of your family and you want to keep them happy, healthy and safe. In sickness, and in health, we’ll be there with the latest information and best practices: Helping you to care for your family pet.
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