Practical Canine Behaviour: For Veterinary Nurses and TechniciansIn this book Stephanie Hedges draws on more than 20 years as a practicing veterinary nurse and her training as a Certificated Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CCAB). She provides a quick reference and practically relevant canine behaviour resource to meet both the specific needs of the veterinary nurse or technician and the needs of the wider general practice team. The book is primarily targeted at general practice veterinary nurses and their equivalents in other countries. Potential secondary markets include: lecturers in Veterinary Nursing or other similar level animal care subjects, libraries for VN and animal care course providers, dog trainers and other non-behavioural canine professionals (groomers, pet shop staff, kennel staff etc) looking for an accessible and practical summary of the latest knowledge and techniques in canine behaviour for the non-specialist. The book is useful to veterinary surgeons looking for a more practical general practice reference resource. |
Contents
Introduction | 3 |
1 Domestication of the Dog | 4 |
2 The Natural Behaviour of the Dog | 9 |
3 Social Behaviour of the Dog | 28 |
4 Puppy Development | 54 |
5 Selective Breeding and Dog Behaviour | 60 |
Part 2 Understanding Problem Behaviour | 67 |
6 Physiology Health and Diet | 69 |
11 Approach and Handling in the Practice | 146 |
Part 4 Preventing Unwanted Behaviour | 159 |
12 Guidance for Puppy Owners | 161 |
13 Running Puppy Socialization Classes | 188 |
14 Managing Behaviour during Ill Health | 199 |
15 Managing Behaviour during Life Changes | 212 |
Part 5 Addressing Problem Behaviour | 221 |
16 Who Should Offer Advice? | 223 |
7 Learning and Training | 81 |
8 Problem Behaviour | 101 |
9 Behaviour Management and Modification | 113 |
Part 3 Lowstress Handling of Dogs in Practice | 135 |
Introduction | 137 |
10 Managing the Environment | 140 |
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