Zooskool Puppydog Tales - 2

Presenting complaint: "He is head pressing and bleating." Traditional view: Immediate neurology exam for Listeriosis or Polioencephalomalacia. Behavioral veterinary view: The goat lives alone; his companion died two days ago. Diagnosis: Grief-induced depression and isolation distress (hyperammonemia ruled out). Treatment: Immediate introduction of a new companion and environmental enrichments. No antibiotics needed.

The cutting edge of veterinary science is moving toward preventative behavioral medicine: Zooskool PUPPYDOG TALES 2

Presenting complaint: "She is plucking all her chest feathers." Traditional view: Mite treatment or antifungal spray. Behavioral veterinary view: The cage is placed next to a constantly-running television. The bird has no foraging toys. Diagnosis: Boredom and sensory overload. Treatment: Cage relocation, a consistent light/dark cycle, and puzzle feeders. Feather regrowth occurs in one molt cycle. Presenting complaint: "He is head pressing and bleating

Veterinary science teaches that "normal" is not universal. Treatment: Immediate introduction of a new companion and