Medications allow the brain to become neuroplastic enough to learn new, calm behaviors. However, the veterinary scientist must also recognize when behavior is iatrogenic—caused by medical treatment itself. For example, corticosteroids (prednisone) frequently cause panting, restlessness, and even aggression. NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal discomfort that manifests as hiding or irritability. Understanding the behavioral side effects of drugs is as crucial as understanding their therapeutic benefits.

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Fear triggers the release of cortisol and adrenaline. In a medical context, this stress response can:

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For these specialists, the first line of treatment is never a behavior modification plan; it is a complete medical workup, including bloodwork, urinalysis, thyroid panels, and advanced imaging. Only when organic disease is ruled out do they turn to environmental modification and psychopharmacology.