However, the veterinary behaviorist’s mantra is critical: "Pills don’t build skills." Medication reduces the panic threshold so that behavioral modification (training) can actually take root.
In each case, the behavior is the chief complaint, but the underlying pathology is the true target. A veterinarian trained in behavior knows when to prescribe Prozac and when to order an X-ray. the behavior is the chief complaint
A cat urinating outside its litter box is rarely acting out of "spite." Frequently, this behavior indicates a painful lower urinary tract infection (LUTI) or feline interstitial cystitis. the behavior is the chief complaint
Researchers are identifying genetic markers linked to behavioral traits, which may help predict and prevent severe anxiety or aggression in specific lineages. the behavior is the chief complaint