Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2461096 | Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice | 2008 | 14 Pages |
Abstract
Behavior problems are among the most common concerns for veterinary clients, and veterinarians need to be comfortable diagnosing and treating these conditions. Knowledge of animal behavior by veterinarians is critical for effective treatment of behavior problems, recognition and diagnosis of medical conditions for which behavior signs prevail, proper handling of veterinary patients, prevention of abandonment and euthanasia, preservation of the companion animal-human bond, and prevention of mental suffering. Successful patient management requires taking a thorough behavioral history, understanding the mechanisms underlying behavior changes, developing appropriate treatment interventions, and, in some cases, pharmacologic therapy.
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Authors
Lynne M. DVM, PhD, Gary M. DVM,