A Review on Mitigating Fear and Aggression in Dogs and Cats in a Veterinary Setting

A Review on Mitigating Fear and Aggression in Dogs and Cats in a Veterinary Setting

A high proportion of dogs and cats are fearful during veterinary visits, which in some cases may escalate into aggression. Here, we discuss factors that contribute to negative emotions in a veterinary setting and how these can be addressed. We briefly summarise the available evidence for the interve...

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Main Authors: Stefanie Riemer, Carmen Heritier, Ines Windschnurer, Lydia Pratsch, Christine Arhant, Nadja Affenzeller
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
stress
fear
anxiety
aggression
veterinary visit
low-stress handling
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/1/158

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