These medications are not used to sedate or "zombify" the animal; rather, they lower the baseline anxiety level so the animal can actively learn new, positive associations through behavior modification therapies. 3. Fear-Free and Low-Stress Handling Practices
The study of animal behavior is also a public health priority. Understanding the triggers for or domestic aggression helps prevent injuries and strengthens the human-animal bond , which is a primary factor in whether an animal remains in a home or is relinquished to a shelter. These medications are not used to sedate or