Introduction

Final Take-Home Points

1. Behavior is a medical problem until proven otherwise.
2. Pain is the great imitator – especially arthritis, dental, and GI pain.
3. Sedation is not failure – it is safe, humane care for the fearful patient.
4. Never punish fear – it destroys trust and escalates aggression.
5. Refer early – behavioral problems get worse, not better, with delay.

Headline: More Than Just a Checkup: The Role of Behavior in Veterinary Science

Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists (CAAB) often require a doctoral degree in biological or behavioral science. Resource Management: