Owners were more likely to administer oral medications at home when the veterinary consultation was rated as “low stress” (defined by no hissing, growling, or escape attempts). Compliance dropped from 94% to 61% when the patient showed active defensive behavior during the visit (p = 0.003), suggesting that aversive clinical experiences create conditioned avoidance that persists into the home environment.
Applying behavioral science reduces stress during clinical visits: Owners were more likely to administer oral medications
Introducing a stimulus at a low intensity so it doesn't trigger a reaction. Owners were more likely to administer oral medications