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Veterinary behaviorists emphasize a team approach:

Dr. Lena Kaur was a veterinary scientist who believed in listening with her eyes. Her specialty was the unspoken language of animals, the subtle flick of a whisker, the tense line of a spine, the slow blink of a captive hawk. For ten years, she’d taught at the university, but her true classroom was the small, underfunded behavioral rehabilitation wing at the Willamette Valley Animal Hospital.

Animal behavior is essential in veterinary science as it helps veterinarians understand the physical and psychological needs of animals. By recognizing abnormal behaviors, veterinarians can diagnose underlying medical issues, such as pain, anxiety, or neurological disorders. For instance, changes in appetite, water intake, or elimination habits can indicate potential health problems.