Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses 2nd Edition by Debbie Martin, ISBN-13: 978-1119765400

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Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses 2nd Edition by Debbie Martin, ISBN-13: 978-1119765400

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• Publisher: ‎ Wiley-Blackwell; 2nd edition (June 14, 2023)
• Language: ‎ English
• 512 pages
• ISBN-10: ‎ 1119765404
• ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1119765400

A complete and modern guide to the veterinary technician’s role in behavioral preventive services.

This fully revised second edition of Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses presents a comprehensive, up-to-date guide for veterinary technicians and nurses seeking to understand their patients on a deeper level, implement preventive behavior medicine, and assist veterinarians with behavioral interventions. The book provides a grounding in the behavioral, mental, and emotional needs of dogs and cats, and offers an invaluable daily reference for daily interactions with patients and clients.

Along with brand-new coverage of Fear Free® veterinary visits, the authors have included discussions of animal behavior and development, communication, behavior modification, problem prevention, and behavior solutions. A companion website offers more than 50 video tutorials, multiple choice questions, PowerPoint slides, and appendices. This Second Edition also provides:

• A thorough introduction to the role of veterinary technicians in animal behavior
• Comprehensive explorations of canine and feline behavior and development
• Discussion of the complexities and richness of the human-animal bond
• Details on implementing emotionally protective practices into the veterinary and husbandry care
• Practical strategies for learning and behavior modification, problem prevention, behavior solutions, and communication and connection amongst the animal behavior team

Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is an essential reference for veterinary technicians and nurses, and will also benefit veterinary technology and nursing students seeking comprehensive information about an increasingly relevant topic.

Table of Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication Page

Contributors

Preface

Acknowledgments

About the companion website

1 The role of the veterinarytechnician in animal behavior

Veterinarian’s roles and responsibilities

Medical differentials to behavior disorders

Behavior disorder versus training problem

Qualified professionals to treat animal behavior disorders

Trainer’s and consultant’s roles and responsibilities

The role of the veterinary technician in the veterinary behavior consultation

Prior to the consultation

During the consultation

After the consultation: follow‐up care

Summary of the roles of the veterinarian, veterinary technician, and animal trainer in veterinary behavior

Home versus clinic behavior consultations

Veterinary‐technician‐driven behavior services

Financial benefits

Conclusion

References

2 Canine behaviorand development

Canine sensory capacities

Canine communication

Canine social structure

Exploratory behavior

Ingestive behavior

Eliminative behavior

Sexual behavior

Maternal behavior

Play behavior

Canine behavioral development

Conclusion

References

Further reading

3 Feline behavior and development

Feline sensory capacities

Feline communication

Feline domestication, social structure, and behavior

Feline behavioral development

Conclusion

References

4 The human–animal bond – a brief look at its richness and complexities

The HAB past, present, and future

Conclusion

References

5 Communication and connecting the animal behavior team

A comparison between marriage and family therapist and the role of the animal behavior technician

Communication

Connective communication techniques

Teaching

The communication cycle

Grief counseling

Conclusion

References

6 Learning and behavior modification

Genetics and learning

Effect of domestication on learning

Effects of nutrition on learning

Early environment and learning

Habituation and sensitization

Operant conditioning

Classical conditioning

Social learning

Conclusion

Additional resources

References

7 Problem prevention

Introduction

Ideal characteristics for pet owners

Canine management and prevention techniques

Canine environmental enrichment

Canine prevention: effects of neutering

Canine prevention: socialization

Canine prevention: crate training

Canine prevention: elimination training

Canine prevention: independence training

Canine prevention: handling and restraint

Canine prevention: safety around the food bowl and relinquishing objects

Feline management and prevention techniques

Feline prevention: effects of neutering

Feline prevention: socialization

Feline prevention: litter‐box training

Feline prevention: crate training

Feline prevention: handling and restraint

Prevention (canine and feline): introducing a new pet

Prevention (canine and feline): children and pets

Behavior solutions for normal species‐specific behavior

Behavior solutions for typical feline behaviors

Prevention services

Puppy socialization classes

Integrating behavior wellness into the veterinary hospital

Conclusion

Additional resources

Acknowledgement

References

8 Husbandry and veterinary care

Introduction

General core concepts

Creating pleasant experiences throughout the veterinary visit

Creating a plan for veterinary care

Prioritizing veterinary procedures

The medical treatment of FAS

Conclusion

Additional resources

References

9 Specific behavior modification techniques and practical applications for behavior disorders

Common veterinary behavior disorder diagnosis and descriptions

Common veterinarian‐prescribed behavioral treatments

Training techniques

Training tools

Waist leashes, tethers, draglines, long lines

Interactive toys or puzzles

Marker training techniques and skills

Foundation trainer skills

Behavior modification

Drug desensitization

Other

The practical applications of behavior modification

Staying safe

Conclusion

Acknowledgement

References

10 Introductory neurophysiology and psychopharmacology

Introduction

Basic neurophysiology

Blood–brain barrier

Neurotransmitters

Pharmacokinetics

Drug categories

Nutraceuticals and supplements

Mainstay, adjunct, situational event medication and/or nutraceutical

Conclusion

Acknowledgement

References

Further reading

Appendix Section 1: Forms and Questionnaires

Appendix 1: Canine behavior history form part 1

Appendix 2: Canine behavior history form part 2

Appendix 3: Feline behavior history form part 1

Appendix 4: Feline behavior history form part 2

Appendix 5: Links for examples of online behavioral history forms

Appendix 6: Trainer assessment form

Appendix 7: Determining pet owner strain

Appendix 8: Canine behavior plan of care

Appendix 9: Behavior problem list

Appendix 10: Technician observation

Appendix 11: Follow‐up communication form

Appendix 12: Behavior diary

Appendix 13: New kitten (less than 3 months) questionnaire

Appendix 14: New puppy (less than 4 months) questionnaire

Appendix 15: Juvenile, adolescent, or adult cat (3 months to ~12 years) questionnaire

Appendix 16: Juvenile, adolescent, or adult dog (4 months to ~7 years) questionnaire

Appendix 17: Senior or geriatric cat (11+years) questionnaire

Appendix 18: Senior or geriatric dog (~7+years) questionnaire

Appendix 19: Pet selection counseling

Appendix 20: Canine breeder interview questions

Appendix 21: Veterinary hospital scavenger hunt CANINE

Appendix 22: Veterinary hospital scavenger hunt FELINE

Appendix Section 2: Training Exercises

Appendix 23: Acclimatizing a pet to a crate

Appendix 24: Elimination training log

Appendix 25: Shaping plan for teaching a dog to ring a bell to go outside to eliminate

Appendix 26: Preventive handling and restraint exercises

Appendix 27: Preventive food bowl exercises

Appendix 28: Teaching tug

Appendix Section 3: Samples and Letters

Appendix 29: Canine behavior plan of care sample

Appendix 30: Sample field assessment

Owner concerns

Signalment and history: Roo (patient)

History: Misty (housemate)

History: Cocoa (housemate)

Medical information

Assessment – Meeting observations

Assessment of responses to another dog when on leash

***Specific concerns

Appendix 31: Sample of a pet selection report

Appendix 32: Dr. Andrew Luescher’s letter regarding puppy socialization

Appendix 33: Dr. R.K. Anderson’s letter regarding puppy socialization

Appendix 34: Sample puppy socialization class curriculum

Appendix 35: Sample kitten class curriculum

Index

Debbie Martin, LVT, CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, VTS (Behavior), is the Animal Behavior Technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, LLC, and an owner of TEAM Education in Animal Behavior, LLC, in Spicewood, Texas, USA.

Julie K. Shaw, RVT, KPA CTP, VTS (Behavior), is the owner of Julie Shaw Consulting in Lafayette, Indiana, USA.

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