GRH Behaviour

  Fear of fireworks is a common behavioural presentation in dogs and one that is frequently presented in general veterinary practice. Sarah Heath, RCVS and European Veterinary Specialist in Behavioural Medicine, talks us through the challenges of fear anxiety.

The well documented behavioural problems associated with farmed poultry may also be seen in backyard birds. The prevention of behavioural problems requires knowledge of the natural behaviour of birds. This chapter mainly discusses the behaviour of the chicken, mentioning other gallinaceous birds and waterfowl where their natural behaviour varies significantly.

BSAVA members can access the client handouts, questionnaires and other forms that are referred to in the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioural Medicine, 2nd edition. The questionnaires have been designed for use by owners of dogs or cats with behavioural problems. The owner can be asked to fill in the form prior to, or during, the first behavioural consultation with the veterinary surgeon/counsellor. Each document is provided as a PDF file with a text box in the top right corner where you may add your practice details prior to printing out. The Referral Form is designed for use by general practitioners when referring cases for behavioural consultations; it is approved by the British Veterinary Behaviour Association and was produced after consultation with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. The form is the copyright of the BVBA but readers may print out and copy it for their own use. If you are not a member, visit the client leaflet subscription page to find out about membership and purchase options. Please ensure you have read the relevant terms and conditions before using these documents.