When veterinary technicians achieve certification from an approved academy, they earn the Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) or Veterinary Nurse Specialist (VNS) designation in a specific specialty area of certification. This certification gives them the tools to bring advanced expertise to their practices, clinics or hospitals. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi hosts Amanda Eick Schwarzwalder, who explains what it takes to earn a VTS designation in Veterinary Behavior. She also provides useful tips for keeping cats calm and comfortable, addresses common owner concerns, and offers insights for how general practitioners can talk to owners about inter-dog or human-directed aggression from dogs. Tune in for an overview of what's involved in becoming an expert in behavior and get practical tips you can use in your everyday practice.