Companion Animal Behaviour Problems : CABI : 9781780643458 : 1780643454 : 01 Aug 2023 : Behavior problems are a significant cause of companion animal relinquishment and euthanasia. This book provides up-to-date information about animal behavior as well as practical advice on how veterinary practice professionals can manage undesirable animal behavior and give down to earth, appropriate and trusted advice to owners. This book: Covers the important aspects of behavior in dogs, cats, rabbits and rodents, parrots and birds, as well as how this behavior has adapted to the domestic environment.Discusses the role of the veterinary practice in improving the emotional experience of animals attending the veterinary practice, including practice design, socialization classes for young animals and effective communication with owners.Covers the clinical decision-making process in managing the signs of undesirable behavior, appropriately handling pets in the practice to minimize distress, as well as: