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Serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin aren't just human phenomena; they govern emotional states in all mammals and many birds. Low serotonin levels are linked to impulsive aggression in dogs, just as they are in humans. Veterinary science now uses this knowledge to prescribe selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) for chronic anxiety disorders in pets. Without a veterinary lens, a trainer might label a dog "stubborn." With a veterinary lens, that same dog is diagnosed with a neurochemical imbalance requiring medical intervention.
Actionability: It gives veterinarians a concrete way to discuss mental health with pet owners.
Saving Lives: Behavioral issues are one of the primary reasons pets are relinquished to shelters or euthanized. Veterinary behavioral medicine aims to diagnose and treat these disorders (like separation anxiety or obsessive-compulsive behaviors) to keep families together. The Science Behind the Action Understanding Animal Behavior - IIVER