Veterinary Behaviour Chat

Episode 9 – Getting Ready for the Holiday Season from a Pet Mental & Emotional Health Perspective

Yes, the festive season is upon us once again. Decorations, feasts, and family gatherings. Whilst some pets love this time of year, for others, it can be challenging. In this episode, Dr Katrin shares her 7 top tips for keeping our pets MENTALLY and EMOTIONALLY safe and healthy during the holiday season.

Learn about stable routines, safe places, stranger danger, and quality time, to name a few. The whole team at The Pet Behaviour Chat wishes you a happy, safe and peaceful festive season filled with love, laughter and, of course, happy and healthy pets!

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Episode 8 – Alex & Tiglet's Journey

Join Dr Katrin as she chats to Alex about her cat Tiglet's behavioural journey. Learn how Tiglet's aggressive behaviours towards family members was getting worse and worse and how addressing Tiglet's chronic pain helped reduce her levels of arousal and aggression. Dr Katrin and Alex chat about which medications helped Tiglet and stress the importance of a comprehensive treatment plan including environmental management - the simple act of asking friends to take their shoes off turned into a game changer for Tiglet's behavioural health! As a veterinary nurse, Alex is very passionate about helping pets in their senior years to live their best lives and Dr Katrin couldn't agree more!

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What's in a Title? Debunking the labels of Pet Behaviour Professionals

Veterinary Behaviourist, Behaviourist, Behaviour Consultant, Trainer… it's all so confusing… how do you know which professional to choose, who does what and who will be best suited to help you and your pet?

In this episode, Dr Katrin unpacks the differences between Pet Behaviour Professionals to highlight their strengths and areas of focus and give some clarity to pet caretakers and anyone who is a bit confused!

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Introducing Nora Shackleford, RVN, ISFM Cat Advocate and Fear Free Professional! Nora is a Veterinary Nurse who has a huge passion for all things feline and is part of Dr Katrin's Cat Behaviour Team. In this episode, find out how Nora and Dr Katrin collaborate to educate cat owners about feline behaviour and feline behaviour problems.

Learn about the concept of preventative Behavioural Medicine and meet one of Nora's favourite Behaviour Patients, Wiley, a 17-year-old cat who has captured all our hearts!

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The Veterinary Behaviour Treatment Plan! What does it look like and what does it include?

In this episode, Dr Katrin shares her multi-modal approach to treating Pet Behaviour Problems.

Learn about environmental management, behaviour modification, treating underlying physical medical health concerns and using psychopharmaceutical medication, supplements, pheromones, and diets in Dr Katrin's "5 M" approach.

You will definitely not want to miss this episode, especially if you are a pet parent looking to understand the process of establishing a treatment plan or a pet professional with a strong interest in seeing clinical behaviour cases.

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In this episode, Dr. Katrin chats to Tessa whose canine companion Malu suffers from epilepsy and has a generalised anxiety disorder. Tessa shares her and Malu's journey to becoming almost seizure-free and a much calmer, more confident and overall much happier pup.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 06:59] Tessa's heartfelt desire to foster and adopt a dog

The courageous rescue of Malu from a perilous highway.

Malu's evolution into a cherished and permanent part of Tessa's life.

Unraveling the profound impact of Malu's seizure disorder on his behaviour.

[07:00 - 14:45] Navigating Malu's Behavioural Challenges

Transitioning from addressing neurological issues to focusing on behaviour.

Recognizing and managing Malu's anxiety as a key priority.

The initial consultation experience to assess Malu's behaviour in a new environment.

Valuable insights, takeaways, and the emotional impact of living with an anxious dog.

[14:46 - 22:27] Medications and Behavioural Progress

Tessa's acceptance and understanding of behaviour medications.

Coping with initial challenges and side effects.

Managing medication-related issues like appetite loss and mental changes.

The importance of patience, persistence, and realistic expectations in behaviour change.

[22:27 - 33:55] Collaborative Training and Goals

The benefits of tailored training for Malu.

Understanding Malo's triggers and preferences.

Building confidence and cognitive thinking.

Effective communication and responsiveness in training.

[33:56 - 38:13] Closing Segment

Encouragement for pet owners to seek help for behavioural problems in their pets.

The importance of prioritizing a pet's mental and emotional well-being.

Acknowledging the individuality of each pet and addressing their unique needs.

Plans for future check-ins to offer continued support and insights to pet owners.

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Have you ever wondered what a Veterinary Behaviour Consultation actually looks like? In this episode, Dr. Katrin Jahn provides a comprehensive glimpse into the Pet Behaviour Consultation process, shedding light on what pet parents can discover about their pet's behavioural issues and what valuable insights they'll gain by the consultation's conclusion.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 02:46] Behaviour Consultations vs. Standard Vet Visits

Behaviour consultations involve an extensive process beyond typical vet visits.

[02:47 - 06:23] Step 1 and Step 2: Gathering Information

Step 1: Pre-Consultation Questionnaire, videos and floor plans

Step 2: In-Depth Behavioural History

Detailed Behavioural history assessment using the information gathered.

[06:24 - 11:02] Step 3 and Step 4: Medical History and Understanding Body Language

Step 3: Detailed medical history assessment

Identifying physical contributors to behavioural issues.

Step 4: Body Language and Emotional Health

Assessing body language for emotional cues.

Educating clients about the importance of pets' mental and emotional health

[11:02 - 15:22] Step 5 and Step 6: Diagnosis and Setting Expectations

Step 5: Diagnosis

Formulating a differential diagnosis list for behaviour issues.

Understanding that behaviour problems may have multiple diagnoses.

Step 6: Setting Realistic Expectations

Discussing and defining realistic outcomes for behaviour modification.

Evaluating if pet owners' expectations align with achievable results.

Guiding pet parents on adjusting their mindset and goals for a successful outcome.

[15:23 - 18:24] Step 7: Co-Designing the Treatment Plan and Ongoing Support

Collaborative creation of an initial treatment plan with clients.

Flexibility of the treatment plan to accommodate changes.

Provision of immediate action strategies for clients.

Emphasis on safety management and sometimes doing less.

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In this episode, Dr. Katrin Jahn introduces Ilse Fourie, an accomplished CBCC-KA, DipCABT, CertCAB, MA, and a Fear Free Certified Trainer. Dr. Katrin and Ilse work together on all dog behaviour cases, combining their unique knowledge and skillsets to provide the very best outcomes for their patients. Join them in a captivating conversation as they delve into the intricacies of their holistic and effective approach to resolving canine behaviour challenges.

Ilse, a certified companion animal behavior consultant and trainer, holds a Master's Degree in Art. She's passionate about teaching and dogs. Ilse earned CertCAB and DipCABT certifications through COAPE International, becoming a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA) and a Fear Free Professional.

Collaborating with Dr. Katrin Jahn, Ilse excels in modifying patient behaviors. She teaches puppy and adolescent life skills, advocating for positive, science-based training, with a strong focus on dogs' emotional well-being.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 04:42] Ilse's Impressive Journey with Dogs

Dr. Katrin introduces Ilse Fourie, a highly qualified collaborator from the German Veterinary Clinic and Trinity Veterinary Behaviour.

Ilse shares her journey into dog behaviour, highlighting her transition to full-time behaviour work.

[04:43 - 10:54] Ilse's Dynamic Day-to-Day Role

Ilse's daily routine varies greatly, primarily focusing on behaviour cases, puppy life skills, and training clients.

Her role involves working closely with Dr. Katrin on behaviour modification and tailored puppy development.

Flexibility is key as she adapts to each dog's unique needs, ensuring the best approach in behaviour modification and training.

[10:55 - 20:44] The Unique Collaboration of Veterinary Behaviourist and Trainer

Dr. Katrin and Ilse discuss the importance of having behaviour experts in veterinary clinics.

They highlight how behaviour modification and medical treatment go hand in hand for a pet's well-being.

The unique collaboration between a veterinary behaviourist and a trainer results in a holistic and specialized approach to pet care.

Ilse and Dr. Katrin share insights into their collaborative process during initial consultations, tailoring treatment plans to individual patients.

[20:44 - 30:55] A Therapeutic Approach to Dog Behaviour

Dr. Katrin and Ilse discuss their approach to working with dog behaviour cases, emphasizing a therapeutic and patient-first perspective.

They explain the importance of setting clear, realistic goals with the dog's guardian during the initial session.

Ilse elaborates on her process, which involves assessing the dog's history, motivations, and threshold, and then focusing on relationship building, emotional regulation, and enrichment.

They highlight their unique approach of addressing the emotional well-being of dogs before attempting to modify behaviours, creating a holistic and specialized method.

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In this episode, Dr. Katrin Jahn welcomes you to "The Pet Behaviour Chat," an engaging podcast dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of pet behavior. In our inaugural episode, Dr. Katrin shares her personal journey as a veterinarian with over two decades of experience and sheds light on her decision to embark on a residency in Veterinary Behaviour Medicine. Discover the passion that drives her commitment to enhancing the mental and emotional well-being of animals, and gain insights into the exciting topics and valuable insights this podcast has in store for you. Join us for a captivating exploration of all things pet behavior!

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 05:57] Dr Jahn's Veterinary Journey and Commitment to Animal Well-Being

Dr Katrin Jahn brings over two decades of veterinary expertise to her practice.

She graduated from the University of Munich and gained valuable experience in the UK.

Her adventurous spirit led her to open the German Veterinary Clinic in Abu Dhabi.

She is dedicated to addressing the mental and emotional well-being of animals alongside their physical health.

[05:58 - 11:40] Journey into Veterinary Behavior Medicine

Dr Katrin Jahn embarked on a unique non-traditional residency in behavior medicine, allowing her to stay in her own practice.

She is supervised by board certified specialists, Dr Theresa DePorter and Dr Kersti Seksel, ensuring high-quality guidance.

She has gained invaluable experience by handling nearly 400 clinical behavior cases, making her a seasoned expert in behavior medicine.

Her extensive case exposure emphasizes the intricate relationship between physical health, environment, and behavior in pets.

[11:40 - 17:39] Introduction to the Pet Behavior Chat Podcast

Discover Trinity Veterinary Behavior, her global online platform for spreading knowledge.

Dr Jahn's mission to raise awareness and provide resources.

Target audience diversity, including pet parents, veterinarians, trainers, and more.

She emphasizes building a strong pet behavior community.

Her expertise extends to a variety of species, from dogs and cats to birds, rabbits, horses, and even reptiles, ensuring a wide range of topics to explore in the podcast.

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