Visiting the veterinary clinic is a stressful time for both clients and patients. If there is a struggle, clients are less likely to keep their dogs and cats up to date on preventive care. Whether you are in a specialty practice that focuses on behavior or a private practice that does not...
A visit to the veterinary clinic that begins as a neutral situation can quickly become fear evoking if it is associated with unpleasant outcomes or is amplified by owner anxiety. In addition, all of the stimuli (sights, sounds, smells) associated with the event also become conditioned...
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It is possible for cats to stop using the litter box or to have trouble learning in the first place. Do NOTevertry to discourage a cat’s mistakes by rubbing its nose in it. It never worked for dogs and most certainly will not work for cats. In fact, you wind up reminding the cat...
When behavior of dogs is undesirable, there are three levels of consideration: 1) Behaviors within the normal range for the species, age, and breed. In these cases, the owners need guidance on how to effectively manage the behaviors. 2) Behaviors more difficult or chall...
This article looks at the impact of kenneling on animal behavior and, in turn, practice staff and clinic efficiency, exploring alternative materials and methods for a better overall experience. Dog on death row saved by veterans law clinic ...
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ByGary M. Landsberg,BSc, DVM, MRCVS, DACVB, DECAWBM,North Toronto Veterinary Behaviour Specialty Clinic Reviewed/RevisedMay 2018 For More Information Althoughmany people think of cats as solitary animals, they are very sociable in the right circumstances. Some indoor cats may prefer living alone,...
Of course, the time and space available at the clinic are always limited, but offering behavior consultation, or at least pointing owners to the right sources of information, can do a lot. Building relationships Most veterinarians probably did not imagine they were going to be counselors for hu...