Beyond the Stethoscope: Why Animal Behavior is the Heart of Modern Veterinary Science
The integration of animal behavior and veterinary science has numerous practical applications. For example:
Clinical ethology—the study of animal behavior in a veterinary context—has shifted from a niche interest to a core component of general practice. This change is driven by the understanding that a "healthy" animal is not merely one free of disease, but one that is mentally stimulated and emotionally stable.
