Companion Animal Behaviour Problems

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By Rachel Casey, Sarah Heath and Helen Zulch

Companion Animal Behaviour Problems. Behaviour problems are a significant cause of companion animal relinquishment and euthanasia. This book provides up to date information about animal behaviour as well as practical advice on how veterinary practice professionals can manage undesirable animal behaviour and give down to earth, appropriate and trusted advice to owners.

This practical and accessible book gives all the essential information needed by veterinary professionals in order to advise clients on the behaviour and well-being of animals in their care.

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Features

Features:

Covers the important aspects of behaviour in dogs, cats, rabbits and rodents, parrots and birds, as well as how this behaviour has adapted to the domestic environment.
Discusses the role of the veterinary practice in improving the emotional experience of animals attending the veterinary practice, including practice design, socialisation classes for young animals and effective communication with owners.
Covers the clinical decision-making process in managing the signs of undesirable behaviour, appropriately handling pets in the practice to minimise distress, as well as: behavioural first aid, referral to a specialist, medical influences on behaviour and decisions about euthanasia.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction.

Part I: The Influence of the Domestic Environment on Behaviour

Chapter 2: Dog Behaviour.

Chapter 3: Cat Behaviour.

Chapter 4: Rabbit and Rodent Behaviour

Chapter 5: Parrot Behaviour

Part II: The Veterinary Practice Role in Preventing Behaviour Problems

Chapter 6: The Role of the Practice Environment

Chapter 7: The Role of the Practice Staff

Chapter 8: What Every Puppy Owner Should Know