| Drug Class | Examples | Use | |------------|----------|-----| | SSRIs | Fluoxetine, sertraline | Generalized anxiety, compulsive disorders, aggression | | TCAs | Clomipramine | Separation anxiety, OCD | | Benzodiazepines | Alprazolam, diazepam (caution in cats—hepatic necrosis) | Situational fear (phobias, vet visits) | | Alpha-2 agonists | Dexmedetomidine (oral gel—Sileo® for dogs) | Noise aversion | | NMDA antagonists | Memantine | Canine cognitive dysfunction |
: Re-evaluating the standard for animal welfare, specifically focusing on "freedom from pain" as a prerequisite for normal behavior. 5. Emerging Technology in 2026 zooskool strayx the record part 4rarl work
| If you see this... | Consider this... | |-------------------|------------------| | Sudden aggression in an old dog | Pain (joints, teeth) or cognitive decline | | House soiling in a cat | Urinary tract disease, kidney disease, or litter box aversion | | Night waking/pacing in a senior pet | Canine cognitive dysfunction (similar to dementia) | | Fear of vet visits | Previous painful or frightening experiences; need for low-stress protocols | | Drug Class | Examples | Use |
: Identifying signs of overstimulation or "emotional contagion," where sensitive animals mirror the stress of their owners or environment. Anthropomorphism Awareness | Consider this