Epidemiologia de problemas comportamentais em cães no Brasil: inquérito entre médicos veterinários de pequenos animais

Knowledge of veterinary practitioners of small animals from Baixada Santista on animal welfare

“…Considering the conduct of veterinarians in the face of behavioral problems, it was noted that the vast majority try to solve cases alone, prescribing medicine, mainly homeopathic medicines. These results are similar to some of the work referred to in the literature that also prioritized the Homeopathy in the treatment of behavioral disorders in dogs 21,22 . It is noteworthy that there were no specialists in homeopathy among the professionals interviewed.…”

Canine behaviour problems in Brazil: a review of 180 referral cases

“…Indeed, in the national survey by Soares et al 7 with Brazilian veterinary clinicians, canine aggression was reported to be the most frequent behavioural cause of abandonment or euthanasia. 7 …”

“…This may be due to several reasons: it might be that in Brazil interdog aggression is still seen by many as a training problem leading owners to seek the help of dog trainers rather than behaviour specialists, or that these dogs are simply kept separated, abandoned or recommended for euthanasia without first seeking a specialist for help. Indeed, in the national survey by Soares et al 7 with Brazilian veterinary clinicians, canine aggression was reported to be the most frequent behavioural cause of abandonment or euthanasia 7 …”

Responsible ownership for cats and dogs from different urban neighborhoods of the City of Umuarama, Paraná, Brazil

“…In some countries, the behavior problems are the main causes of abandonment and euthanasia of dogs and cats. This situation can be avoided by means of guidance the owners to seek appropriate treatment when the animal behavior becomes a problem (Soares et al, 2010).…”