Episode 130 – Behaviour and GI Health with Dr Amber Batson

We all know what a big and relevant topic this is at the moment as we are increasingly finding that our Behaviour Patients co-present with gut health disorders.

In this incredible episode, Dr Amber Batson and I take a whistlestop tour through Behaviour and GI Health and what we have commonly found in our Veterinary Behaviour Patients both in the UAE and the UK.

Here are some of the topics we cover:

1. The 4 main links between Behaviour and GI Health.

2. Some of the subtle and not so subtle Behavioural Signs of poor or affected GI Health.

3. The effect of Giardia duodenalis infection – especially in young dogs – on Gut Health and subsequent Behavioural Health.

4. Challenges and options for diagnosing GI Disease.

5. Medical and non-medical treatment options for Behaviour Patients with poor GI Health.

If you enjoyed this episode, then you should know that Amber and I are co-presenting a GI-Health related Behaviour Case in my amazing Membership – The Behaviour Case Collective - in May 2026!

If you're not a member of this Behaviour Case-Based Community yet, then you absolutely should be!

Get one of only a few remaining spots at our introductory price of just 33$ per month or 330$ for a whole year: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/behaviour-case-collective

Here are some of the papers we talk about in the episode:

1. Heilmann, R.M., Jergens, A.E., Kathrani, A., Allenspach, K., Salavati Schmitz, S., Priestnall, S.L., Dandrieux, J.R. and O'Connor, A.M., 2026. ACVIM–endorsed statement: consensus statement and systematic review on guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic inflammatory enteropathy in dogs. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 40(1), p.aalaf017.

2. Oba, P.M., Roberts, L.J., Geary, E.L., Suchodolski, J.S. and Swanson, K.S., 2025. Effects of diet type on the core fecal bacterial taxa and the dysbiosis index of healthy adult dogs. Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 12, p.1572875.

3. Walz, K.C., Suchodolski, J.S., Werner, M., Grimm, F., Schnyder, M., Zablotski, Y. and Unterer, S., 2025. Long-term follow-up after acute gastroenteritis caused by Giardia infection in juvenile dogs. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 39(4), p.jvim70123.

4. Chen, C.C., Pilla, R., Toresson, L., Sung, C.H., Blake, A.B., Correa Lopes, B., Turck, J., Jergens, A.E., Summers, S.C., Unterer, S. and Ishii, P.E., 2025. Microbial gene profiling and targeted metabolomics in fecal samples of dogs with chronic enteropathy with or without increased dysbiosis index. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 39(5), p.e70199.

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Episode 129 – Sertraline

Sertraline is a really useful SSRI that is quite commonly prescribed by Veterinary Behaviour Specialists or veterinarians with a strong interest in Behaviour Medicine but is possibly sometimes overlooked by general practitioners.

So, I thought we'd do a bit of a deep dive into sertraline and the things you, as professionals, need to know about this medication.

Here's what you'll learn:

· Indications for and uses of sertraline in Veterinary Medicine (and some super easy ways to remember them).

· Why sertraline might be a good choice for Canine or Feline Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome.

· When sertraline might be a better choice than fluoxetine (if legally possible – the dreaded cascade !!).

· Potential drug interactions and contraindications.

This is a bit of a whistlestop tour into sertraline but if you'd like to dive even deeper, I've got you covered – My PSYCHOACTIVE course contains everything you need to know:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/psychoactive

And, if you'd like to learn how sertraline and other Veterinary Psychopharmaceuticals can be applied practically, then The Behaviour Case Collective, where we take a deep-dive into one real-life Behaviour Case every month, might be just the thing for you!

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/behaviour-case-collective

If you'd like to book a 30-minute Vet-Vet or Vet-Pet Care Professional Consultation with me, you can do that right here: https://calendly.com/trinityvet/teams-and-professionals

If you can't find an appointment time to suit you, please email us at [email protected] to find a time that suits us both!

And if you'd like some amazing E-Books including Client Handouts and Professional Guides, then have a look here:

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Episode 128 – Safety & Predictability, Control, Choice & Agency

The last 4 weeks of our lives here in Abu Dhabi have been interesting to say the least. Being under constant threat from Iranian missiles and hearing the loud "booms" of the interceptors taking care of them has been like nothing I have experienced before.

Living in this state of unrest really got me thinking about what we take for granted – the feeling of safety and predictability in our everyday lives and being able to live with a sense of control, choice and agency.

I also know that this is not the case for many of my patients.

Living in a constant state of fear or anxiety with little predictability of the environment and/or social relationships can be hugely debilitating and will affect quality of life, wellbeing and welfare.

There are some really easy ways to introduce more of these important welfare factors into your pets' and patients' lives and I chat you through some of my favourite ways of doing so.

All it takes is to make some small changes to implement these foundational needs!

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Episode 127 – 15-minute Speed Coaching with Dr Julie Liu

Welcome to another 15-minute Speed Coaching Session for Veterinary and Pet Care Professionals!

The rules of the game are as follows:

· Episodes will be in-the-moment, off-the-cuff and unscripted.

· Coaching sessions will be 15 Minutes MAXIMUM, so wherever we finish, we finish…

· Which means that we might not find complete resolution to your question, but we will certainly get the thought process started!

In this episode, I chat to US veterinarian, Dr Julie Liu, about one of my favourite topics – Inter-Cat Aggression or Inter-Cat Tension and what we can do if management such as strict separation of the cats is not possible.

Have a listen as we chat through some unique management options, especially if space is restricted and how to balance all elements of the Veterinary Behaviour Treatment Plan in order to get the best outcomes for these patients.

If you'd like to book a 30-minute Vet-Vet or Vet-Pet Care Professional Consultation with me, you can do that right here:

https://calendly.com/trinityvet/teams-and-professionals

If you can't find an appointment time to suit you, please email us at [email protected] to find a time that suits us both!

If you'd like to learn more about Veterinary Psychopharmacology, then my PSYCHOACTIVE is a great option for you: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/psychoactive

And… if YOU would like to be part of a 15-Minute Podcast Speed Coaching episode, then apply right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/assessments/2148527544

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Episode 126 – The Trinity Treatment Plan Template

I created this Treatment Plan Template to help keep me focused and organized during consultations and to ensure that I didn't miss a thing when writing my comprehensive report for my caregivers.

Based on the "7 M" approach to creating Veterinary Behaviour Treatment Plans, this template covers all the bases, ensures you don't overwhelm caregivers with too much information while still providing a comprehensive treatment strategy.

I love resources like this one and I wish I had had it sooner, for example during my residency when I was often seeing 3 initial consultations per day and was sometimes overwhelmed with all the information to remember and digest!

You can find the Trinity Treatment Plan Template in a number of different places:

1. As part of the "Designing a beautiful Veterinary Behaviour Treatment Plan" Masterclass right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/treatment-plans

2. As part of the "Professional Guides" E-Book right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/trinity-ebook

3. As part of The Behaviour Case Collective Membership right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/behaviour-case-collective

I really hope you find this resource as useful as I do!

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Episode 125 – Behaviour and Thyroid Disease

This is a big topic, and I really enjoyed diving into it.

I think we can all agree that the outdated notion that low thyroid hormone levels in dogs directly causes aggression is exactly that – outdated.

However, changes or dysregulation in thyroid hormone levels in both dogs and cats can still affect behaviour and this is what I chat about in this episode.

Here are some of the things I mention in the episode:

· The differences in canine and feline thyroid disease

· Causes of hypothyroidism in dogs

· Incidence of hypothyroidism in the canine population

· Hormone cascade regulation

· Clinical signs of hypothyroidism and how these can affect behaviour

I also talk about the complexities of diagnosis of thyroid disease and how this can be influenced by certain medications.

Here are the studies I reference in the episode:

Gulikers, K.P. and Panciera, D.L., 2003. Evaluation of the effects of clomipramine on canine thyroid function tests. Journal of veterinary internal medicine, 17(1), pp.44-49.

Radosta, L.A., Shofer, F.S. and Reisner, I.R., 2012. Comparison of thyroid analytes in dogs aggressive to familiar people and in non-aggressive dogs. The Veterinary Journal, 192(3), pp.472-475.

Dodman, N.H., Aronson, L., Cottam, N. and Dodds, J.W., 2013. The effect of thyroid replacement in dogs with suboptimal thyroid function on owner-directed aggression: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Journal of Veterinary Behavior, 8(4), pp.225-230.

Carter, G.R., Scott-Moncrieff, J.C., Luescher, A.U. and Moore, G., 2009. Serum total thyroxine and thyroid stimulating hormone concentrations in dogs with behavior problems. Journal of Veterinary Behavior, 4(6), pp.230-236.

Hrovat, A., De Keuster, T., Kooistra, H.S., Duchateau, L., Oyama, M.A., Peremans, K. and Daminet, S., 2019. Behavior in dogs with spontaneous hypothyroidism during treatment with levothyroxine. Journal of veterinary internal medicine, 33(1), pp.64-71.

I really hope you enjoy this episode!

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Episode 124 – The Behaviour Case Collective

Welcome to The Behaviour Case Collective, a one-of-a-kind Veterinary Behaviour Medicine Membership that deep-dives into a Behaviour Case every month.

What are the benefits?

1. A Specialist-led approach to a common Veterinary Behaviour presentation each month.

2. Guest speakers and presenters where appropriate.

3. Relevant literature for each Case.

4. A Vault where all previous cases are stored to refer back to.

5. Open and honest conversations about the challenges of Veterinary Behaviour Medicine.

6. A community of like-minded professionals who each bring their experiences and individual perspectives to cases.

7. 30% Discount on Trinity Courses such as Psychoactive, LTSD, LTSC and The Veterinary Behaviour Launchpad.

8. FREE access to the Masterclass Bundle if you purchase the annual plan.

Have a listen to what inspired me to create TBCC, how you can get hold of our limited Early Bird Spots and how you can become a member of this amazing community!

Get your spot right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/behaviour-case-collective

Early Bird Pricing:

33 US$ per month for the first 12 months or 330 US$ for the annual membership (essentially get 2 months free).

Regular pricing once the Early Bird Spots have gone:

55 US$ per month or 550 USD for the annual membership (essentially get 2 months free).

I can't wait to see you there!

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Episode 123 – 15-minute Speed Coaching with Dr Laura Stoeker

Welcome to another 15-minute Speed Coaching Session for Veterinary and Pet Care Professionals!

The rules of the game are as follows:

· Episodes will be in-the-moment, off-the-cuff and unscripted.

· Coaching sessions will be 15 Minutes MAXIMUM, so wherever we finish, we finish…

· Which means that we might not find complete resolution to your question, but we will certainly get the thought process started!

In this episode, I chat to US based veterinarian, Dr Laura Stoeker, who has questions about Hyperactivity/Hypersensitivity Syndrome / Hyperkinesis in dogs.

Dr Laura's own dog struggles with these behaviours, so she has a keen interest in this syndrome, and she also has a keen interest in Behaviour Medicine in general as, like so many of us, she is seeing more and more behaviour presentations in her work as a GP vet.

In this episode, we talk about the main clinical signs associated with HSHA syndrome, the Differential Diagnoses, the purported underlying neurotransmitter imbalances and treatment approaches.

Dr Laura also shares with us what has worked for her own dog and how she manages his behaviours.

If you'd like to book a 30-minute Vet-Vet or Vet-Pet Care Professional Consultation with me, you can do that right here:

https://calendly.com/trinityvet/teams-and-professionals

If you can't find an appointment time to suit you, please email us at [email protected] to find a time that suits us both!

And if you'd like some amazing Client Handouts and Professional Guides, then here is the link to my amazing Trinity Client Handouts and Professional Guides E-Books: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/trinity-ebook

And… if YOU would like to be part of a 15-Minute Podcast Speed Coaching episode, then apply right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/assessments/2148527544

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Episode 122 – Canine Sociability with Daniel Shaw

Dogs are social creatures and the need for social connection and social experiences as well as the lack of those can sometimes result in unwanted behavioural presentations.

In this super-cool episode, Daniel and I chat about:

· The difference between fear or panic when dogs are separated from social partners and frustration at lacking or hampered social interactions with other dogs and the neurobiological systems that underlie both of these scenarios!

· Social buffering and how this can really help some dogs that are perhaps fearful or anxious.

· How we can help dogs adapt better to differing social demands.

· Differing attachment styles and how these can impact social confidence and security.

· A case I saw the same day as the recording that posed a number of challenges from a canine sociability point of view.

Daniel and I are both really interested in the neurobiological and neurobiochemical underpinnings of behaviour and, dare I say it, can totally geek out about the brain processes that underlie behaviour as well as how we can practically apply this to our cases.

If you're in any way interested in canine social behaviour, neurobiology and treatment approaches of some of the socially motivated behavioural challenges we see in our canine patients, this episode is a must-listen!

If you'd like to learn more about Canine Behaviour, then my "Learn To Speak Dog" course is for you: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/learn-to-speak-dog

And if you'd like to find out more about Daniel's amazing work in the "Brain and Behaviour Academy" you can find out more right here: https://www.brainandbehaviouracademy.co.uk/ or https://www.brainandbehaviouracademy.co.uk/bundles/brain-and-behaviour-plus

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Episode 121 – The Veterinary Behaviour Launchpad and FREE Masterclass

I am SO excited to introduce you to my brand-new course – The Veterinary Behaviour Launchpad.

A course that will literally help you launch your journey of integrating behavioural thinking into your practice.

This course is perfect for you if you:

· Are a vet or vet nurse who wants to improve clinical outcomes by reducing fear and stress in your patients.

· Are an allied professional who works or would like to work with or within a veterinary clinic to help patients experience cooperative care and better behavioural health.

· Would like to add a behavioural service to your speciality or GP practice.

· Would like to understand how physical, mental and emotional health are connected and how to start assessing some of the potential physical health contributors.

· Would like to be able to triage behavioural presentations and give your clients Behavioural First Aid strategies.

The Early Bird price of just 97 US$ for this 6-Module/6-Hour course is available right now but only until February 26th, 2026 at which time the price goes up to 197 US$ so get your spot right now!

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/vb-launchpad

And, I have an added treat for you:

My FREE Masterclass on the "4 Pillars of reducing Fear and Stress in the Veterinary Setting", which will be happening on February 19th, 2026 at 5 pm UAE / 1 pm UK / 2 pm Europe time.

Get your spot in the FREE Masterclass right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/pl/2148741795

I can't wait to see you in the Masterclass or in the Veterinary Behaviour Launchpad Course very soon !

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