For animals with chronic anxiety, veterinarians use medications to "loosen" behavioral rigidity, making them more receptive to training and environmental changes.
: Addressing deep-seated fears, such as dog separation anxiety or noise phobias related to fireworks.
Understanding why an animal behaves a certain way is foundational for medical diagnosis and welfare. :
Using non-slip mats on examination tables, diffusing species-specific calming pheromones, and minimizing loud noises.