Show Notes
With so many dogs and cats struggling with behavior issues, many pet parents turn to behavior medications. However, underlying physical health problems, like pain or illness, can contribute to these issues. Studies show that up to 83% of dogs referred to veterinary behaviorists have an undiagnosed physical issue. Research found that 73% of dogs with excessive licking behavior had an underlying GI disease, and dogs with atopic dermatitis are more likely to have behavior problems. And it’s not just dogs — research has shown that 38% of cats seen by a behaviorist for urine marking also had a physical problem. This highlights an important point: behavior issues in pets are often more complex than we realize. On this episode of the Inside Scoop we're tackling this crucial topic with Dr. Lisa Radosta, a board-certified veterinary behaviorist, and discussing the often-misunderstood world of behavior medications and answering key questions like: How do you know if your pet needs medication for behavioral issues? When should you reach for meds, supplements, or diet changes? What risks should you consider when using behavior meds long-term? How effective are supplements for managing behavior problems? Original LIVE aired Jan.4 2025. To watch video podcasts LIVE, plus take part with your comments & questions, subscribe at Inside Scoop.
TIMESTAMPS Dog Aging Project Behavior Study - 21:00 Intrinsic and Extrinsic Behavior Influences- 25:00 Unsafe Situations - 1:14:00 Trauma - 1:30:00 MENTIONED Dr. Lisa Radosta Facebook IG: @drlisaradosta YouTube Two novel genomic regions associated with fearfulness in dogs overlap human neuropsychiatric loci Why do pets get behavior problems in the first place?? Medications for pet behavior problems Pet Wellness Hub Why do behavior problems get worse so fast? DISCLAIMERS & DISCLOSURE Any third-party products, brands featured or referred to on the Mind-Jam or Inside Scoop Podcasts are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Dr. Karen Becker, Rodney Habib, Planet Paws Media, or any of their affiliates. The Mind-Jam and Inside Scoop Podcasts are for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health care services, including the giving of veterinary advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they or their pet may have and should seek the assistance of their doctor or pet's health care professionals for any such conditions.
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