Small animal behavioral triage: a guide for practitioners.
Behavioral concerns are the principal cause of a weakened human-animal bond and pet relinquishment. Triaging behavioral concerns and providing early intervention may be the difference between a patient remaining in its current home or relinquishment. Prevention and intervention behavior services using a team approach may also improve pet retention through client education and appropriate assistance. Identifying and integrating qualified animal behavior professionals to assist with the hospital's behavior team ensures appropriate support is provided to the client and patient.
Veterinary Behavior Consultations, LLC, 580 Alta Vista Road, Spicewood, TX 78669, USA; TEAM Education in Animal Behavior, LLC, 580 Alta Vista Road, Spicewood, TX, 78669, USA. Electronic address: vbcdvm@yahoo.com.
Kenneth M
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Martin
Veterinary Behavior Consultations, LLC, 580 Alta Vista Road, Spicewood, TX 78669, USA; TEAM Education in Animal Behavior, LLC, 580 Alta Vista Road, Spicewood, TX, 78669, USA; Karen Pryor Academy, 49 River Street, Suite 3, Waltham, MA, 02453, USA.
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Martin
TEAM Education in Animal Behavior, LLC, 580 Alta Vista Road, Spicewood, TX, 78669, USA; Karen Pryor Academy, 49 River Street, Suite 3, Waltham, MA, 02453, USA.
Julie K
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Shaw
D000827:Animal Welfare; D000818:Animals; D001522:Behavior, Animal; D002415:Cats; D004285:Dogs; D057805:Pets; D014730:Veterinary Medicine
Behavior professionals; Behavior triage; Behavior wellness; Human-animal bond