Behavior Problems of the Dog & Cat, 4th Edition: A Comprehensive Veterinary Resource

Written by renowned experts Gary Landsberg DVM DACVB DECAWBM (CA), Lisa Radosta DVM DACVB, and Lowell Ackerman DVM DACVD MBA MPA CVA MRCVS, this extensively updated 4th edition of Behavior Problems of the Dog & Cat remains a go-to guide for veterinary professionals seeking to optimize their behavior services.

A Practical Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment

This edition retains its highly practical approach, offering:

• Diagnostic guidelines and preventive advice
• Treatment guidelines, charts, and case examples
• Client forms and handouts
• Product and resource suggestions
• Details on the use of drugs and natural supplements

Step-by-step guidelines walk you through collecting patient history, performing physical examinations, conducting diagnostic testing, formulating differential diagnoses, selecting treatment, and monitoring patient responses.

Understanding the Roots of Behavior Problems

The authors provide valuable background information on how dog and cat behavior problems arise and how they can be prevented. This foundational knowledge enables veterinary professionals to develop effective prevention and treatment strategies.

Behavior Modification Techniques and Therapies

This edition covers a range of behavior modification techniques, including the use of:

• Drugs
• Products
• Pheromones
• Surgery
• Diet
• Alternative therapies

Explore the latest advances in behavioral genetics, including new therapeutic approaches for cognitive decline.

Real-Life Case Studies and Practical Resources

Illustrative case studies bring real-life clinical situations to life, while easy-access treatment tables provide at-a-glance solutions to common behavior problems. Appendices feature treatment protocols, drug information, and dosages, making effective prescribing easy.

New Topics and Updates

This edition covers several hot new topics, including:

• Fear, anxiety, and stress: their effects on health and behavior
• Pain and behavior
• The psychobiological approach to veterinary behavior assessment
• Pets and the family dynamic

Updated chapter content has been extensively rewritten by new authors, making this more than just a new edition – it’s a new book!

eBook Version and Additional Resources

Purchase of the print version includes access to the eBook, featuring:

• Full text, figures, and references
• Search functionality
• Customizable content
• Note-taking and highlighting capabilities
• Text-to-speech functionality
• Online access to handouts and forms, drug dosing, and a comprehensive directory of resources

Stay ahead in the field of veterinary behavior with Behavior Problems of the Dog & Cat, 4th Edition.

Publication details:

Publisher: Saunders Ltd.

Publication Date: May 2, 2023

Language: English

Pages: 568

ISBN-10: 0702082147

ISBN-13: 978-0702082146