"Diagnostic and treatment options for separation anxiety in dogs" Author: Karen L. Overall, MA, VMD, PhD, DACVB Published in: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA)

Behavior is often the first indicator of underlying medical issues. For example:

A dog labeled "aggressive" might actually be suffering from hypothyroidism, which causes aggression and can be fixed with a daily pill. A cat labeled "feral" might be deaf (hence the startle aggression), or suffering from severe dental pain. Veterinary science provides the diagnostic lens; behavioral knowledge provides the compassion. By treating the underlying medical cause of shelter stress, countless animals are saved.

The intersection of animal behavior and veterinary science is a critical field that focuses on the mental and physical well-being of animals by integrating (the study of animal behavior) with medical treatment. The Connection Between Health and Behavior

"The Science of Animal Behavior: How Veterinary Science is Revolutionizing Our Understanding of Our Furry Friends"