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Animal and Veterinary Science, B.S. - The University of Rhode Island
: In modern medicine, the two are inseparable. Behavioral changes are often the first "symptom" of a physical illness. Zoofilia Comics
: Buster was started on anti-inflammatory medication and physical therapy. Animal and Veterinary Science, B
A dog who suddenly snaps when touched isn't "dominant." A cat who hides under the bed isn't "mean." In 90% of cases, these are pain responses. Veterinary behaviorists now treat aggression as a medical symptom until proven otherwise. Animal and Veterinary Science
Veterinarians now view behavior as a "fifth vital sign," right alongside temperature, pulse, respiration, and pain.
Aggression resolved within 10 days of pain management, confirming a medical etiology for the behavior.