What does fear-free restraint aim to achieve?

Fear-free restraint focuses on creating a positive, understanding environment where both the animal and the handler can effectively communicate and interact. By forming a common language between human and animal, this approach helps to minimize fear and anxiety during restraint procedures. This technique emphasizes understanding an animal's body language and behavior, which fosters trust and cooperation. By actively working towards this common ground, the overall experience for the animal is enhanced, leading to better handling practices and ultimately improved outcomes for veterinary care and handling.

Other choices may address important aspects of animal handling, such as managing aggression or ensuring compliance, but they do not encapsulate the holistic approach that fear-free restraint embodies. Instead, the emphasis on communication and understanding is critical to achieving a more supportive and low-stress situation for the animal.