Behavior

Youve probably heard of Dr. Marty Becker. And if youve heard of Dr. Marty Becker, chances are youve heard of his dream of every veterinary practice transforming into a Fear Free practice.

CVC educator Dr. ELise Christensen, DACVB, offers at-home behavior modification strategies veterinarians and team members can offer to clients.

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Heres a look at whos handling the majority of client communication on behavior issues, as well as tips from an all-star veterinary practice.

When it comes to complex matters such as cognitive flexibility, a new study shows that bumblebees are smarter than we think.

Study evaluates the stress reducing effect of playing different music genres for kenneled dogs.

Before the next dog bite incident has you thinking twice about how to handle a canine patient, dive into this handout.

Dr. ELise Christensen shares a few her favorite medication options for fast fixes during situational anxiety, panic and phobia.

Like the famed astronomical wonder with the same name, North Star dogs lead the way for children and others struggling in the dark with emotional and physical challenges.

Have your veterinary clients try these tips for more peaceful pooches.

This results of this study may change up your go-to sedative for your anxious hospitalized veterinary patients.

The damage caused by one bad experience may never be reversed.

Many myths exist about canine behavior, and your veterinary team needs to understand why your practice believes inand recommendsbehavior counseling for happier pet families. This team meeting, sponsored by VPL, will get your entire team on the same pagefor less stress and calmer dogs!

Each Veterinary Medicine Essentials package covers diagnostic steps, treatment plan guidance and the latest updates, plus resources to share with your entire veterinary team and your clients.

The feline sector is the biggest untapped growth opportunity for companion animal veterinarians. Here's how to become more feline-friendly (and how you'll benefit).

We peer into our crystal ball to find veterinary products that will help your clients prevent medical problems related to inappropriate elimination.

Patients will tell you plenty about their emotional state if you simply pay attention.

Luckily, Dr. Ralph Harvey says you'll soon have more analgesic options than ever.

Mikkel Becker and Dr. Gary Landsberg demonstrate to train cats to a carrier.

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Each Veterinary Medicine Essentials package covers diagnostic steps, treatment plan guidance and the latest updates, plus resources to share with your entire veterinary team and your clients.

Each Veterinary Medicine Essentials package covers diagnostic steps, treatment plan guidance and the latest updates, plus resources to share with your entire veterinary team and your clients.

Well-timed treats are key to overcoming dogs' initial objections to this form of guidance while on a leash.

$12,712: You could be losing this much or more every time you don't talk about behavior and the client opts for convenience euthanasia.

They've shown an eagerness to train their petsjust point them in the right direction.

Reader, dvm360 contributor agree: Veterinary patients that bite need a different technique.

This veterinary behavior specialist says youre reading your patients all wrong. Bonus: The simplest, most important low-stress practice tip everyone in the veterinary world can use.

If youre a general veterinary practitioner, these strategies can help you get more comfortable with a topic you may dread.

Cutting-edge advice for this behavioral vice in your veterinary equine patients.

No, really. Kitties (and some dogs too!) will real relax in your veterinary practice if you just give them high spaces to perch.