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I hope to answer some general questions that you may have regarding veterinary behavior medicine. There are also links to organizations or individuals that promote humane handling and progressive care recommendations for pets large & small.
Before considering a behavior consultation your pet should receive a thorough physical examination by your veterinarian to rule any problems that may be causing or contributing to a pet's abnormal behavior. If your pet is given a clean bill of health a behavior consultation can come next.
Dogs can suffer from congestive heart failure, kidney stones and dental disease. Cats can be diabetic, lactose intolerant or epileptic. Is it surprising that they can have psychiatric disorders? If you stop and think about it, you will realize that the brain is just another organ; it can have problems just like any other part of the body.