Behavior

A veterinary behaviorist helps sort through whether its a marking issue or a house-training issue.

A recent study shows that your dog eating its own poop isnt weird. In fact, the behavior probably comes from their wolf ancestors.

Does Max know hes been naughty after pooping in the house? Will socialization in the dog park cure Daisys anxiety? Set the record straight with your veterinary clients by correcting some common misconceptions.

Dont go poofy-tailed with fear of New Years resolutions for you and your veterinary team. Try on this sleek, feline-flavored approach to make kitties more comfortableand you feel accomplished.

The veterinary team plays a key role in helping de-escalate battles cats wage against their owners and other pets in the household.

Two tips learned at Fetch dvm360 conference in San Diego can help fill in the gaps when veterinary clients words dont paint the full picture.

Theres a good chance those dusty old new-puppy handouts on racks, on tabletops and tucked into dark exam-room drawers could use a blast of, well, puppy-like youthful exuberance. Add these new (or new to you) handouts to your new-client packets or stick them on your website or in social media.

Tell your veterinary clients to put the spray bottle down, and let's talk.

New anxiety relief products for dogs can improve stressful situations

I was skeptical at first, but these over-the-counter remedies can be complementary to the traditional pharmaceutical options.

From "young animals don't feel pain the same as adults" to "my Lab peters out after a short walk," Dr. Robin Downing sets the record straight.

It doesn't take a massive effortor investmentto look at your hospital from cats' perspective.

Veterinary teams can use a few inexpensive silicone pot holders to distract canine patients, says Dr. Julie Reck.

Association aims to address the behavioral needs of cats and reduce stress-related eating problems in cats.

Puppies and kittens are gifts that keep on giving (and taking your things and ripping them to shreds). Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Julia Albright provides some points for potential pet-gifters to ponder before placing a new companion under the Christmas tree.

Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Julia Albright shares tips for helping senior pets live their best lives, and helping clients through difficult periods of clinical signs like nighttime waking.

Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Lisa Radosta shares tips for dealing with antagonistic tabbies.

Tips for reducing fear, anxiety and stress in your surgical patients (and the people who own them).

Animal trainer and behavior consultant Mikkel Becker shares some of her favorite products for making dog walking better for both the pooch and the veterinary client.

A walk in the park should be just that for both the dog and the owner. Read up on these leash, harness and halter options so youll be ready to help your veterinary clients find the finest fits for their canine companions.

Veterinarians are in the perfect position to guide pet owners though a potentially distressing situation.

Patients undergoing photobiomodulation seem to calm down in the clinic after a few treatments. Whats going on?

Calming music and pheromones top the list for great ancillary items for hospitalized pets, according to these two finalists in the 2018 dvm360/VHMA Practice Manager of the Year contest.

Eliminate the stress of elimination for veterinary clients and their fur babies this handout.

You don't have to know everything! When you play to each other's strengths, you can ease pets' fears more effectively.