This richly illustrated textbook delivers a functional vision of dog behaviors. Daily applicable, it offers practical solutions for canine behavioral care with a consistently medical approach to disorders. Readers find a thorough introduction to factors influencing behavior, the canine neuroanatomy and physiology, psychopathologies, as well as treatment options. Drawing on the latest studies in neuroscience, ethology, psychology, and psychiatry, as well as the clinical experience of its expert authors, this guide is both comprehensive and accessible. Multiple clinical case studies illustrate and support presented details on medication and therapies.

Behavioral pathology is one of the main challenges in veterinary medicine. Not only are they a cause of suffering for the animal, but they can also affect the quality of the relationship with the pet owners or pose a danger to society. Hence, treatment of these behavioral disorders requires an integrative approach to canine healthand well-being.

The book's easy-to-access and descriptive structure allows many audiences to understand a subject area that is all too often considered complex. It addresses veterinary students, practitioners, and future expert veterinarians seeking approach to deep knowledge, as well as all other dog professionals curious to discover a complementary view with respect for the animal and owner.

Your guide to understanding normal and diagnosing pathological behaviors in dogs A clear structure provides easy access to in-depth knowledge With numerable illustrations, tables and vivid case studies

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**Stéphane Bleuer-Elsner, DVM, Dip.ECAWBM-BM: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, holder of the Inter-School Diploma in Veterinary Behavioral Medicine (DIE). Board-certified specialist in Companion Animal Behavioral Medicine (ECAWBM-BM). Member of the board of GECAF (Companion Animal Behavior Study Group / AFVAC) and member of the Examination Committee of the European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioral Medicine (ECAWBM-BM). After several years practicing general veterinary medicine in France, Dr. Stéphane Bleuer-Elsner specialized in veterinary psychiatry. Since 2011, he has been based in Israel, where he exclusively practices veterinary psychiatry in Tel Aviv, while also offering specialized consultations in France and Switzerland. A frequent speaker in France, Israel, and at international conferences, he has authored and co-authored several scientific publications and contributed to the book Veterinary Psychiatry of the Dog. Sylvia Masson, DVM, Dip.ECAWBM-BM: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, holder of the University Diploma in Veterinary Psychiatry (DUPV). Board-certified specialist in Companion Animal Behavioral Medicine (ECAWBM-BM). President of the Examination Committee of the ECAWBM-BM. Member of the board of GECAF and Secretary of the European Society of Veterinary Clinical Ethology (ESVCE). After ten years practicing general veterinary medicine, Dr. Sylvia Masson specialized in veterinary psychiatry. She currently practices referral-based behavioral medicine in Voreppe, France. An active speaker in France and internationally, she is the author of several popular science books (G.E.R.E.R. l’éducation et le comportement de votre chien and Comment cohabiter avec votre chat?) and contributed to the book Veterinary Psychiatry of the Dog. Marie Lacoste, DVM: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, holder of a Master’s degree in Cognitive Neurosciences. Dr. Marie Lacoste practices both general veterinary medicine and veterinary psychiatry within the Behavioral Medicine Department at Dr. Masson’s clinic in Voreppe, France. She has been actively involved in research projects since the beginning of her career. Gérard Muller, DVM, Dip.ECAWBM-BM: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, holder of the Inter-School Diploma in Veterinary Behavioral Medicine (DIE). Board-certified specialist in Companion Animal Behavioral Medicine (ECAWBM-BM). Founding Diplomate of the European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioral Medicine (ECAWBM-BM) and former President of Zoopsy, the French Veterinary Zoopsychiatry Association, Dr. Gérard Muller practiced for over thirty years in Lille, France, combining general practice with behavioral medicine specialization. He has trained numerous veterinarians, participated extensively in research, and co-authored the book Veterinary Psychiatry of the Dog.

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Part I : Psychophysiology. The foundations of veterinary psychiatry.- Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the dog.- The main biological functions and the endocrinological mechanisms of behavior.- Brain development and ontogeny behaviors.- The notions of welfare and quality of life. Part II : Psychopathology. The architecture of the model.- Psychological states.- Fear axis disorders.- Self-control axis disorders.- Social integration axis Disorders.- Attachment axis disorders.- Communication disorders.- Essential psychiatric disorders.- Aging disorders.- The link between psychiatric and physical disorders.- Semiology in veterinary psychiatry.- Part III : Psychopharmacology. Introduction to psychopharmacology.- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).- Tricyclic antidepressants.- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).- Benzodiazepines.- Sympathicolytics.- Antiepileptic drugs.- Tetracyclic antidepressants or NaSSA.- Neuroleptics.- Miscellaneous psychotropic drugs.- Hormonal therapies.- Non-prescription treatments.-Part IV : Psychotherapy. Introduction to veterinary psychotherapy.- The practical application of veterinary psychotherapy.- The causes and consequences of care in veterinary facilities.- Veterinary psychiatry in the daily life of the general veterinarian practitioner.