| Domain | Negative State (Stress) | Positive State (Low Stress) | |--------|------------------------|-----------------------------| | | Fasting for surgery → hunger | Treats during exam, food puzzles | | Environment | Cold steel table, loud barking | Non-slip surfaces, pheromones, hiding box | | Health | Pain from exam | Analgesia before procedure | | Behavior | Unable to escape/avoid | Choice (e.g., cat enters carrier itself) | | Mental state | Fear, helplessness | Calm, in control |
Animal Behavior and Veterinary Science: Bridging the Gap Between Mind and Medicine
Give a 5-minute decompression break before discharge.
applies this knowledge to diagnose, treat, and improve the welfare of animals under human care. Foundational Principles of Animal Behavior
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