Tag: companion animals
Enhancing Animal Welfare Through Environmental Enrichment
Veterinary professionals increasingly recognize environmental enrichment (EE) as essential for enhancing animal welfare. This strategy promotes adaptive capacities across behavior, immunity, and metabolism. By...
Novel Ideas in Animal Neuroplasticity
A look at how our understanding of neuroplasticity, particularly in the form of neurofeedback, may help companion animals with behavior problems.
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s...
Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine: Updated Report Sheds Light on Research and...
In a significant move to support veterinary professionals, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has released an updated report entitled "Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine."...
Medicinal Leech Therapy for Companion Animals
Medicinal leeches, such as Hirudo medicinalis and Hirudo verbana, are receiving increasing recognition for their therapeutic applications in veterinary medicine. These leeches secrete over...
Impact of Companion Animals on Well-Being: New Insights
The relationship between humans and their companion animals is a multifaceted one, with numerous factors at play.
The relationship between humans and their companion...
Dogs, COVID-19, and veterinary medicine
Has COVID-19 changed the relationship clients have with their dogs? A new study explores how the pandemic has impacted human, veterinary and pet relations.
Dogs...
Fear Free ™ approach to pain management in companion animals
The veterinarian developed Fear Free ™ approach for pain management is a way to improve outcomes and create a rewarding therapeutic experience.
Fear, pain, anxiety...
What millennials want from their vets
A recent survey revealed key elements that millennials want in a veterinary visit, and how to ensure they remain loyal to a clinic.
Millennials...