Twenty years ago, "scruffing" a cat was standard restraint. Today, we know that scruffing induces learned helplessness and fear. Modern low-stress handling (using the "Catsle," towel wraps, and cooperative care) is based on behavioral science. A relaxed patient has lower cortisol levels, which means more accurate blood pressure readings and safer anesthesia.
Ethology—the study of animal behavior in natural conditions—is a vital tool for the modern vet. By understanding the species-specific needs of an animal, veterinarians can provide better environmental enrichment advice. For example:
The integration works both ways. Veterinary science uses medical tools to fix behavior, and .
Andrés Restrepo
CEO
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