: Behavior is a direct indicator of welfare. Veterinarians use "species-typical" behavior to recognize distress and pain, ensuring patients are handled safely and humanely. The Human-Animal Bond
Behavioral issues are a leading cause of pet abandonment. 🏥 Clinical Animal Behavior Zooskool Stories
Veterinary schools have historically focused on infectious diseases and surgery. Today, curricula are rapidly evolving to include behavioral pharmacology, ethology (the science of animal behavior), and cognition. : Behavior is a direct indicator of welfare