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Knowledge of behavior is applied daily in veterinary settings to improve patient outcomes and safety: Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

Ultimately, the question "Is it medical or is it behavioral?" is a false dichotomy. In the living, breathing, feeling animal, there is no line between the mind and the body. Only by mastering both can we truly fulfill the oath to prevent and relieve animal suffering.

by Dr. Philipp Schott share anecdotes where understanding the owner’s behavior was just as critical as treating the fish or cat. Further Reading & Resources

Sudden aggression is frequently triggered by pain. Dental disease, spinal injuries, and ear infections can make an animal lash out when touched.

Imagine a diabetic cat that holds its ear out for a blood glucose prick. Imagine an arthritic dog that steps onto a scale without prompting. Imagine a parrot that opens its wing for an injection.