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Traditional Handling Fear-Free Practices -------------------- ------------------- Scruffing and heavy restraint ---> Pheromone diffusers & treats Forcing onto slippery tables ---> Examining on the floor or lap Ignoring growls/hisses ---> Pausing and using chemical sedation Core Tenets of Low-Stress Veterinary Visits

The Interplay of Animal Behavior and Veterinary Science: Enhancing Health and Welfare Zooskool - C700 - Dog Show Ayumi Thatty.avi 2 --39-LINK--39-

Veterinary science and animal behavior intersect to provide holistic care. Physical illness directly alters behavior, and psychological stress can cause or worsen physical disease. For example, research has shown that: This divide

A cat urinating outside its litter box is rarely acting out of "spite." Frequently, this behavior indicates a painful lower urinary tract infection (LUTI) or feline interstitial cystitis. This convergence has birthed veterinary behavior

For example, research has shown that:

This divide created significant gaps in animal care. Chronic stress, fear, and anxiety can mask clinical symptoms, delay healing, and alter diagnostic test results, such as elevating blood glucose or cortisol levels. Modern veterinary science acknowledges that physical health and psychological well-being are inextricably linked. This convergence has birthed veterinary behavior, a specialized field dedicated to diagnosing and treating the behavioral manifestations of medical issues and vice versa. Behavior as a Diagnostic Tool