Practical Canine Behaviour: For Veterinary Nurses and Technicians

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In this book Stephanie Hedges draws on more than 20 years as a practicing veterinary nurse and her training as a Certificated Clinical Animal Behaviorist (CCAB). She provides a quick reference and practical relevant canine behavior resource to meet both the specific needs of the veterinary nurse or technician and the needs of the wider general practice team. The new edition has been completely revised and updated to include: New sections on canine emotions, the role of play, and how the canine senses affect a dog's perception of their world and their communication with othersA discussion of the relevance and limitations of breed in our understanding of dog behaviorUpdated and expanded behavioral first aid advice including factors to consider when assessing riskA new chapter on the practice role in addressing fear of visiting the practice and veterinary interventionsA focus on the emotional welfare of dogs throughoutFurther topics include application of the "trigger stacking" principle to reduce stress and aggression in practice, approaches to minimizing restraint when handling, advice for puppy owners to prevent future problems, tips for running successful puppy socialization classes, and strategies for managing or addressing unwanted behavior. Practical Canine Behaviour continues to provide an essential practical resource for the general veterinary practice team, dog trainers, groomers, dog walkers, rescue center staff, kennel owners and all those who love and care for dogs. Cover Practical Canine Behaviour: For Veterinary Nurses and Technicians Copyright Contents List of Boxes List of Figures List of Tables About the Author Preface Acknowledgements Part 1 Understanding Natural Dog Behaviour Introduction 1 Domestication of the Dog 2 The Natural Behaviour of the Dog 3 Social Behaviour of the Dog 4 Puppy Development 5 Selective Breeding and Dog Behaviour Part 2 Understanding Problem Behaviour 6 Physiology, Health and Diet 7 Learning and Training 8 Problem Behaviour 9 Behaviour Management and Modification Part 3 Low-stress Handling of Dogs in Practice Introduction 10 Managing the Environment 11 Approach and Handling in the Practice Part 4 Preventing Unwanted Behaviour 12 Guidance for Puppy Owners 13 Running Puppy Socialization Classes 14 Managing Behaviour during Ill Health 15 Managing Behaviour during Life Changes Part 5 Addressing Problem Behaviour 16 Who Should Offer Advice? 17 Behavioural First Aid 18 In-practice Advice 19 Addressing Fear of Veterinary Treatment Appendix: Introducing Basic Puppy Cues Index Cover_back