Ethology—the study of animal behavior in natural conditions—is a vital tool for the modern vet. By understanding the species-specific needs of an animal, veterinarians can provide better environmental enrichment advice. For example:
A veterinary behaviorist —a specialist who treats the "mind" as much as the "body"—observed Gus in the exam room. While a standard trainer might see a "bad dog," the vet looked for physiological cues : Zooskool Summer A Bit Surreal.wmv
In the words of the Zooskool ethos, "The truth is out there, but it's probably a bit surreal." "The truth is out there