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Behaviour problems are a significant cause of companion animal
relinquishment and euthanasia. This book provides up to date
information about animal behaviour as well as practical advice on
how veterinary practice professionals can manage undesirable animal
behaviour and give down to earth, appropriate and trusted advice to
owners. This book: * Covers the important aspects of behaviour in
dogs, cats, rabbits and rodents, parrots and birds, as well as how
this behaviour has adapted to the domestic environment. * Discusses
the role of the veterinary practice in improving the emotional
experience of animals attending the veterinary practice, including
practice design, socialisation classes for young animals and
effective communication with owners. * Covers the clinical
decision-making process in managing the signs of undesirable
behaviour, appropriately handling pets in the practice to minimise
distress, as well as: behavioural first aid, referral to a
specialist, medical influences on behaviour and decisions about
euthanasia. This practical and accessible book gives all the
essential information needed by veterinary professionals in order
to advise clients on the behaviour and well-being of animals in
their care.
An easy-to-use, quick-reference text full of practical advice on
how to handle behavioral problems in the practice situation. You'll
find helpful practice tips such as tips on running puppy classes,
guidelines for breeders, and guidelines for new owners. Discussions
of canine behavioral problems include: aggression; fears, phobias
and anxieties; elimination problems; training issues; and geriatric
behavior issues. Feline behavioral problems include: aggression;
fears, phobias and anxieties; elimination problems; grooming
problems; bonding problems; and geriatric behavior issues. There's
also a helpful appendix on drug dosages for behavior-related
medications. Coverage offers immediate advice to the veterinary
team who are often presented with behavioral problems in their
practice. Easy-to-read format includes introductions, medical
differentials, underlying causes, diagnosis, action boxes, and
summaries. Content refers the reader to other chapters throughout
the book, so that information can be found quickly and easily.
Helpful handouts, which can be photocopied, offer yet another way
to further your learning experience.
Ensuring the well-being of animals is a primary concern for every
veterinary practice. Split into easily accessible sections, part
one of this book outlines the origin of animal behavior and how
this has adapted to the domestic environment. Part two focuses on
the role of the veterinary practice in preventing undesirable
behavior, such as practice design, socialization classes and
communication with owners. Part three gives practical advice for
handling dangerous animals, discussing options such as euthanasia
and working with referral veterinarians. Behavioral problems remain
the number one cause of companion animal euthanasia; this book
seeks to improve the situation for all involved.
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