Behavior

Ask this question when you see clients using harmful training techniques

Bad pet training advice abounds, and when you see it being implemented by your clients it can be tricky to know what to do. According to veterinary behaviorist Dr. E’Lise Christensen, the key is to start with a question, not correction.

When felines attack: 5 reasons cats go berserk

Veterinary behaviorist John Ciribassi, DVM, DACVB, shared thoughts at Fetch dvm360 San Diego on the reasons cats get aggressive and how veterinary professionals can help clients deal.

Dale, Downing: Why veterinarians should say no to declawing—and what to say instead

Pet expert Steve Dale and pain management guru Dr. Robin Downing offer insight on some alternatives to feline onychectomy that you can share with your clients.

Laser pointers can cause behavior disorders in cats

But you can educate your well-meaning veterinary clients on how to use them in the most rewarding way.

Rodeo: When patient fear makes a veterinary exam nearly impossible

Weve all been there—trying our best to coax a terrified patient to relax so we can attempt a physical exam or blood draw or ... anything.

Journal Scan: Mans best friend the mini pig?

A new study tests whether miniature pigs reach the same psychic wavelength that dogs share with humans, and how the two species differ in their ability to relate to us.