Any sudden behavioral change (e.g., a friendly dog becoming aggressive, a nocturnal cat becoming diurnally aggressive) must include rabies in the differential until proven otherwise, particularly in endemic regions.

Behavior is the fastest way an animal adapts to changes in its body or environment. For many veterinarians, a shift in "normal" behavior is the first clue of an underlying medical issue.

, a field dedicated to understanding why animals act the way they do and how their health impacts their actions. 1. Educational Path & Careers

One of the most profound discoveries in the last two decades is the link between the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and wound healing. In short: