If you're passionate about animal behavior and veterinary science, there are many ways to get involved:
is a new concept in shelter medicine. It posits that a stressed animal’s immune system is suppressed. An anxious dog exposed to kennel cough will get sick faster than a calm dog, because cortisol inhibits white blood cell function.
One of the most significant advancements in veterinary science is the use of psychoactive medications. When an animal lives in a state of chronic anxiety—such as severe separation anxiety or noise phobias—their brain is physically incapable of learning new, positive associations.