Furthermore, a calm animal doesn't need sedation for a simple blood draw, reducing medical risk for the patient and bite risk for the staff.
: A 2025 paper from JAVMA examining how artificial intelligence and machine learning are being used to automate the analysis of animal behavior to detect early signs of illness.
Veterinary science has made massive strides in psychopharmacology. Medications like SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) are now used alongside behavioral training to treat severe anxiety and OCD in animals. Understanding the neurobiology of the animal brain allows veterinarians to prescribe treatments that rebalance brain chemistry, making training and rehabilitation possible. Beyond the Clinic: Agriculture and Conservation
: Views behavior problems as pathological states, often treating them with psychopharmacology (medication) for chemical brain imbalances.
: Focuses on environmental contingencies and learning theory (e.g., conditioning) to reshape habits.
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