Kael exhaled. “You just rewrote the herding manual.”

Veterinary science has moved beyond asking if animals have mental health issues to how we treat them. The veterinary behaviorist (a veterinarian with specialized residency training in psychiatry) now diagnoses conditions analogous to human DSM-5 disorders.

Clients are more likely to follow treatment plans when behavioral concerns are addressed respectfully. A veterinary practice that integrates behavior consultations: