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By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
Changing our language so that it describes and advocates for the emotional health of the patient can keep us safer.
A study published in Plus One demonstrates 25 behavioral signs that were considered by experts to be reliable and sensitive for the assessment of pain in cats, across a range of different clinical conditions.
Understand what a dog is trying to tell you. These photos explain many poses, postures, and actions that dogs use to reveal their state of mind.
Scratching is a normal and innate behavior of the domestic house cat. Approximately 60 percent of house cats will scratch furniture without the presence of any underlying behavioral problem
“I don’t know why he hates nail trims—I’ve handled his feet since he was a puppy.”
Introductions aren't always easy, especially when it comes to cats getting comfortable at the vet. However, there are tactics to help keep cats calm and ease the stress of getting an appointment started.
No trapping happens without a plan and preparation for each step of the process, so the cat is treated humanely and experiences the least amount of stress.
Many of her patients enjoy “playtime,” a rewarding exam in which Salvo uses tasty treats to get patients to move on their own, but in a fashion that allows her to examine them. For instance, she might get them to sit or turn their head so she can look inside ears or examine the mouth.
Cats have a variety of unique behaviors and needs; thorough investigation into the physical and social environment is crucial to an accurate diagnosis of the quality of the environment and formulation of an effective treatment plan to correct any deficiencies.
Cats have a variety of unique behaviors and needs; we encourage owners to set their pets up for success by providing a diverse, behaviorally enriched environment free from physical, psychologic, and social stressors.
To maintain good mental health, indoor cats need stimulation and recreational opportunities. Environmental enrichment can be accomplished by providing your cat(s) with a variety of toys and opportunities to play.
By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
Changing our language so that it describes and advocates for the emotional health of the patient can keep us safer.
Dogs in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic often display signs of stress, yet that stress may not be obvious to owners when compared to behaviorists. Behaviorists indicate levels of stress are high in 29% of canine patients, suggesting impaired welfare.
Five years ago, not a single veterinary architect had designed a feature intended to look after the emotional wellbeing of pets.
All veterinary team members are critical to creating a Fear Free℠ environment. However, veterinary technicians interact with every department in a veterinary hospital and with nearly all patients. Veterinary technicians might be considered the hub of the hospital.
It may seem in some clinics that the team members, other than the veterinarians and the technicians, are less involved in patient care.
As part of your Fear Free certification, you learn a lot of techniques and practices that you can take back with you to put into action at your hospital or clinic.
Even the best strategies and ideas will fall flat if you can't get your staff on board with them. This is especially true when it comes to implementing Fear Free.
A pet's owner plays a significant role in how relaxed or upset their animal is likely to be during the veterinary visit.
Educating clients about risk factors for FIC, subtle early signs, and the option for early detection of hematuria can empower them to help you care for their cats.
Dogs in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic often display signs of stress, yet that stress may not be obvious to owners when compared to behaviorists. Behaviorists indicate levels of stress are high in 29% of canine patients, suggesting impaired welfare.
A study published in Plus One demonstrates 25 behavioral signs that were considered by experts to be reliable and sensitive for the assessment of pain in cats, across a range of different clinical conditions.
Cats have a variety of unique behaviors and needs; thorough investigation into the physical and social environment is crucial to an accurate diagnosis of the quality of the environment and formulation of an effective treatment plan to correct any deficiencies.
Cats can thrive in confinement when their environment is effectively enriched through multimodal environmental modification (MEMO).
This prospective observational study evaluated client-reported recurrence of lower urinary tract signs (LUTS) and other signs of abnormalities in cats with idiopathic cystitis after institution of multimodal environmental modification (MEMO).
Dogs in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic often display signs of stress, yet that stress may not be obvious to owners when compared to behaviorists.
By reimagining the veterinary environment and catering to the feline senses, we can promote relaxation and a less stressful experience for both cats and humans.
