A change in behavior is often the very first sign of sickness. For example, a normally affectionate cat that suddenly hides may be experiencing underlying kidney pain or arthritis.
The Intersection of Animal Behavior and Veterinary Science: A Modern Approach to Holistic Care A change in behavior is often the very
Clinics use separate waiting areas for dogs and cats. Feliway (feline) and Adaptil (canine) pheromone diffusers are used to create a calming olfactory environment. The Pathophysiology of Stress and Behavior For decades,
Reducing stress not only ensures a safer environment for the veterinary staff but also prevents the animal from developing lifelong phobias of medical care. 4. The Pathophysiology of Stress and Behavior a viral infection
For decades, veterinary medicine focused primarily on the physical ailments of animals. A broken bone, a viral infection, or a parasitic outbreak was diagnosed and treated using strictly biomedical tools. However, modern veterinary medicine recognizes that a physical body cannot be fully healed or understood without looking at the mind.