Treatments aim to affect brain structure and function to modify dysfunctional behaviors and aversive emotional states.
The synergy between animal behavior and veterinary science is the cornerstone of modern animal welfare. Historically, veterinary medicine focused primarily on physical ailments, treating the animal as a biological machine. However, the contemporary approach recognizes that mental health and physical health are inextricably linked. By integrating behavioral science, veterinarians can provide more accurate diagnoses, safer treatments, and more humane care.
By understanding species-specific body language, veterinarians can modify their approach. For example: