Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Behavior, 2nd Edition

by Debra F. Horwitz
November 2017

Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Behavior, 2nd Edition is a quick-reference, clinically practical guide designed to help veterinarians efficiently diagnose and manage behavioral problems in dogs and cats. Following the trusted “Five-Minute Consult” format, the book provides fast access to key information needed during busy consultations.

This Edition offers fast access to reliable, practical information on managing common behavior disorders in dogs and cats.

• Takes a new section approach to allow for easier browsing
• Adds 19 new topics or algorithms covering separation anxiety, thunderstorm sensitivity, introducing pets to the family and each other, enrichment, geriatric behavior problems, handling techniques, urine marking, leash reactivity, pediatric behavior problems, best practices, and rescue pets
• Offers a comprehensive guide to diagnosing and managing behavior problems in dogs and cats
• Designed for fast access to information, with identically formatted topics for ease of use
• Includes access to a companion website providing 43 client education handouts for download and use, including 25 brand-new handouts

For improving structured consultation skills, this book pairs perfectly with The Perfect Veterinary Consult: Consulting Techniques and Behaviours in Small Animal Practice, which enhances communication and clinical interaction with clients. Behavioral disorders are a leading cause of pet relinquishment and owner frustration.

This book provides veterinarians with quick, practical solutions that can be applied immediately in clinical settings, improving both patient welfare and client satisfaction. To explore more titles in the same trusted series, visit the Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Series, which includes multiple quick-reference guides for different clinical areas.