Behavior modification and pharmacotherapy for separation anxiety in a 2-year-old pointer cross.
Separation anxiety is a common behavioral problem in dogs. Treatment is based on developing a behavior modification protocol that gradually desensitizes and counter-conditions the dog to being left alone, by rewarding calm, relaxed behavior. Judicious use of pharmacotherapy can be a useful adjunct to a behavior modification program.
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Michelle
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Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1.
D000818:Animals; D000929:Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001010:Anxiety, Separation / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000628:therapy; D001521:Behavior Therapy; D001522:Behavior, Animal / Q000187:drug effects*; D002997:Clomipramine / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000628:therapy*; D004285:Dogs; D008297:Male
D000929:Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic; D002997:Clomipramine