Animal behavior is a critical aspect of veterinary medicine, often underappreciated despite its pervasiveness throughout the field. Understanding animal behavior can facilitate communication with patients, refine diagnoses and indications of ill health, and aid in processes of learning and socialization. Introduction to Animal Behavior and Veterinary Behavioral Medicine offers a comprehensive overview of the key concepts underlying the behavior of multiple animal species before demonstrating how to apply these concepts clinically. The result is an indispensable resource for veterinary students and practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of patient needs.
Introduction to Animal Behavior and Veterinary Behavioral Medicine readers will also find:
Comprehensive coverage of companion animal behavior and additional coverage of livestock and wild animal behavior
Detailed discussion of topics including social development, animal learning, and applied behavior analysis
In depth review of diagnosis and treatment strategies for common behavior disorders in companion animals, extending to various additional species
Companion website with videos, handouts for downloading, and links to pertinent scientific articles and informative websites
Introduction to Animal Behavior and Veterinary Behavioral Medicine is ideal preparation for veterinary medical students as part of “day one readiness” in their professional careers, as well as veterinary practitioners looking for a solid foundation in animal behavior and the treatment of key issues.
📖 Table of Contents 🔽
Part I: Introduction to Animal Behavior and Handling Concepts
1. Introduction
Why We Study Behavior
How We Study Behavior
What Comes Next
2. The Process of Domestication
Animal Domestication
Dogs
Cats
Farm Animals
Horses
Entrained Beasts
Domestication in Fast-Forward: The Farm-Fox Experiment
3. Social Behavior
Evolutionary and Environmental Constraints on Social Behavior
The Costs and Benefits of Group Living
Types of Social Groupings
Conflict in Social Groups
Social Structures and Dominance Hierarchies
Affiliative Behaviors
Parent-Offspring Relationships
4. Sensory and Perception
Vision
Audition
Olfaction
Gustation (Taste)
5. Animal Learning
Factors Affecting Learning
Types of Learning
Choosing the Right Training Method
Techniques for Changing Behavior
Reinforcement Schedules
6. The Development of Behavior and the Shaping of the Human–Animal Bond: Dogs
7. The Development of Behavior and the Shaping of the Human–Animal Bond: Cats
8. The Development of Behavior and the Shaping of the Human–Animal Bond: Horses
9. Bovine Communication, Handling, and Restraint
10. Equine Communication, Handling, and Restraint
11. Canine and Feline Communication, Restraint, and Handling
Part II: Clinical Concepts in Animal Behavior
12. Addressing Canine and Feline Behavior Problems in Clinical Practice
13. Feline Elimination Disorders
14. Feline Aggression
15. Canine Aggression
16. Separation-Related Disorders in Dogs
17. Equine Aggression
18. Repetitive Behaviors in Companion Animals
19. Repetitive and Other Abnormal Behaviors in Wild Animals Under Human Care
20. Repetitive and Other Abnormal Behaviors in Livestock and Horses
21. Approach to Psychopharmacology in Companion Animals
22. Chemical Restraint and Sedation in Small Animals
23. Behavior Considerations for Aging Dogs and Cats
Appendices
Appendix A: Books to Keep in Practice – Clinical Textbook Recommendations
