Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat 4th Edition

Behavior Problems of the Dog & Cat, 4th Edition retains the highly practical approach that has proved so successful in previous editions, offering diagnostic guidelines, preventive advice, treatment guidelines and charts, case examples, client forms and handouts, and product and resource suggestions, along with details on the use of drugs and natural supplements to help optimize the behavior services offered in practice
Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Dedication
Copyright
Preface
About the editors
Contributors
List of Tables
List of Illustrations
1. Behavioral medicine and the general practitioner
Behavioral medicine is the standard of care
Behavioral training for the veterinary care team
Providing behavioral services in practice
The team approach to behavioral medicine
The economics of providing behavioral services
Conclusion
References
Recommended reading
2. Developmental, social, and, communicative behavior
Introduction
Canine development
Canine social behavior and communication
Canine senses and their role in communication
Communication concepts and body language signals
Behavior patterns
Feline development
Social behavior and communication in cats
Feline senses
Communication concepts and body language signals
References
Resources and recommended reading
3. Pet selection and the genetics of behavior
Pet selection
Behavioral genetics
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
Internet (web) resources
4. Pets and the family dynamic
Introduction
Considerations when selecting a dog for a family with children
Preparing pets and children to live together
Preparing a puppy for a child in the home
Preparing a kitten for a child in the home
Preparing an adult dog for a child in the home
Preparing an adult cat for a child in the home
Introducing the baby to the pets
Interactions change as the child grows
Nonfamily dogs
Final thoughts
References
Resources and recommended reading
5. Prevention: The best medicine
Introduction
Setting the pet up for success
Working with new puppies and kittens – the team approach
Socialization
Puppy class and kitty kindergarten
Foundational concepts for pet parent education
Environmental enrichment
Play
Handling and restraint
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
6. All body systems affect behavior
Introduction
Is it physical or behavioral? Often, it is both!
Specific body systems and their contribution to behavioral clinical signs
Medications that can cause behavioral side effects
Pain and its effects on behavior
Assessing chronic pain
References
Resources and recommended reading
7. Physiologic stress and its effect on health and welfare
Introduction
What is stress?
How stress and behavior affect physical and mental health
Direct effects of behavior on health
Stress and behavioral health
Stress management
Conclusion
References
Reading and resources
8. The effects of aging on behavior in senior pets
Introduction
Age-related changes in cognition and behavior
Epidemiology of behavior problems in senior pets
Cognitive dysfunction syndrome
Approach to the senior pet appointment
Neuropathology of brain aging
Threshold theory of behavior change
Causes of senior pet behavior problems
The role of stress in health and behavior
Diagnosis of behavior problems in senior pets
Diagnosis of cognitive dysfunction syndrome
Behavior problems of senior pets
Treatment of common behavior problems in senior pets
Treatment of cognitive dysfunction
References
Resources and recommended reading
9. Approach to the diagnosis and treatment
Introduction
Differing perspectives on the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral changes
Causes of behavioral pathology
The threshold theory of behavior change
Undesirable and pathologic behavior
Steps for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment
Gathering history
Treatment
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
10. Behavioral treatment techniques, behavior modification, and learning theory
Introduction
Foundational concepts
Behavior modification techniques and protocols
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
11. Pharmacologic intervention in behavioral therapy
Introduction
Evidence-based medicine and veterinary behavioral and psychiatric pharmacology
Considerations before prescribing
Factors specific to psychotropic medications
When should a medication be added to the behavioral treatment plan?
Classification and selection of psychotropic medications
Main classes of psychotropic medications
Psychotropic medications and P450 enzyme inhibition
Serotonin syndrome
Combination/augmentation therapy
References
Resources and recommended reading
12. Treatment – integrative medicine
What is integrative medicine?
Is integrative medicine safer and more effective?
Dietary supplementation
Herbal therapy (phytotherapy) and nutraceuticals
Veterinary nutraceuticals and therapeutic supplements
Pheromone therapy
Aromatherapy
Homeopathy
Bach flower remedies
Acupuncture
Therapeutic touch
Magnetic field therapy
Veterinary chiropractic
Vibrational therapy
Music therapy
Pressure garments
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
13. Feeding and diet-related problems
Introduction
Normal ingestive behavior
The impact of feeding strategy and diet on welfare
The physiological influence of diet on behavior
Dietary ingredients and behavior
Commercial diets with efficacy in behavioral medicine
Diagnosis of diet-related behavior problems
Treatment of diet-related behavior problems
Prevention of diet-related behavior problems
Ingestive behavior problems
References
Recommended reading
14. Fears, phobias, and anxiety disorders
Introduction
Clinical presentations of fear-induced behaviors: Sensitivity, fear, anxiety, and phobia
Diagnoses related to fear, anxiety, and phobia
Neurobiology of fear: The stress response
Neuroanatomy of fear
Development of fearful behavior
Ontogeny of fear
Clinical signs associated with fear, phobia, and anxiety in pets
Prevention
Foundational treatment concepts
Prognosis
Fear of people
Fear of animals
Fear of places
Prevention
Conclusion
References
15. Noise aversion
Introduction
Diagnosis and potential outcomes
Management
Treatment
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
16. Reducing fear, anxiety, and stress in veterinary clinics
The problem with the status quo
Fear, anxiety, stress, conflict, panic, phobia, pain, and nausea
Hospital strategies to maximize patient comfort and safety
At-home preappointment preparation
Crates, carriers, and car rides
Hospital flow and location setup
The animal centric approach
Cooperative care for the fearful pet
Scheduling technician/nurse sessions as a value-added service
Managing fearful and aggressive pets
Pharmacologic management of fearful and aggressive pets
Home care instructions
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
17. Separation-related disorders
Introduction
Prevalence
Precipitating factors
Prevention
Diagnosis and potential outcomes
Prognosis
Treatment
Help the pet parent understand
Management
Behavior modification
Medication
Conclusion
Handout
References
Resources and recommended reading
18. Abnormal repetitive behaviors: Stereotypies and compulsive disorders
Introduction
Problem overview
Pathogenesis of repetitive disorders
Pathophysiology of repetitive disorders
Prevention
Diagnosis and potential outcomes
Management
Treatment
Specific repetitive behaviors
Repetitive disorders with neurological and locomotor signs
Repetitive disorders with oral or ingestive signs
Psychogenic polydipsia
Repetitive disorders involving excessive grooming and/or self-trauma
Hyperesthesia in dogs and cats
Prognosis
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
19. Unruly and destructive behaviors – canine
Introduction
Approach to diagnosis and treatment in general practice
Jumping on people
Stealing and trash raiding
Getting on furniture
Pulling/forging ahead on lead
Excessive barking
Unruliness
Destructive behaviors
Digging
Nocturnal activity
Conclusion
References
Resources and recommended reading
20. Unruly and destructive behaviors – feline
Introduction
General behavior modification principles
Destructive behavior
Jumping on counters and climbing
Excessive nocturnal activity in cats
Excessive vocalization
Conclusion
References
Recommended reading and resources
21. House soiling – canine
Introduction
The importance of preventive counseling
Problem overview
Troubleshooting house training
Signaling
Challenging circumstances
Crate soiling
House soiling related to physical conditions
House soiling secondary to fear or anxiety
Marking
The geriatric patient
Conclusion
References
Recommended reading
22. House soiling – feline
Introduction
Terminology
Normal feline elimination behavior and preferences
Etiology and predisposing factors
Prevention
Diagnoses
Treatment
Approach to diagnosis and treatment in general practice
First appointment
Second appointment
Third appointment
Medications and supplements
Prognosis
Conclusions
References
Recommended reading and resources
23. Canine aggression
Introduction
Normal canine behavior
The body language of aggression
Pathology of aggression
Learning and aggression
Prevalence
Etiology and predisposing factors
Prevention
Approach to diagnosis and treatment in general practice
Categories of diagnoses
Aggression qualifiers
Prognosis
Treatment essentials
Treatment specifics
Aggression to familiar and unfamiliar adults (pain, FASCP)
Aggression on walks
Possessive aggression
Play aggression or undesirable play behavior
Interdog aggression
Maternal aggression
Medications
Diet and supplements
References
Recommended reading
24. Feline aggression
Introduction
Normal feline behavior
The body language of aggression
Learning and aggression
Prevalence
Etiology and predisposing factors
Prevention
Approach to diagnosis and treatment in general practice
History
Assessment of overall health and wellness
Diagnosis
Prognosis
Treatment
Behavior modification
Conclusion
References
Recommended reading
25. The psychobiological approach to problem behavior assessment
What is a behavioral diagnosis?
Approaches used in clinical animal behavior
Behavioral problems as functional states and the importance of impulsivity
Impulsivity
Frustration
Positive and negative activation
Other behavior scales
Conclusion
References
Recommended reading
Appendix A – Behavior resources
Appendix B – Medication dosages
Appendix C – Resources available from book website
Appendix D
Index