The next time you see a "difficult" patient, pause. Ask not “What is wrong with this animal?” but “What is this animal trying to tell me that I haven’t yet heard?”
Beyond the Vital Signs: Why Behavior is the Sixth Veterinary Vital Sign The next time you see a "difficult" patient, pause
Animal behavior is not separate from veterinary science. It is the lens through which all other systems must be viewed. A healthy animal is not just one with normal blood work and a negative fecal. It is one that exhibits species-typical behavior, shows resilience to mild stressors, and maintains a relationship of trust with its human caregivers. shows resilience to mild stressors
