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This module aims to develop an appreciation of the natural behavioural repertoires of animals and how they relate to their welfare within a veterinary setting.
The module also aims to demonstrate how a range of factors can influence the development of animal behaviour, including genetics, health, environment and human-animal relationships, and can contribute to the clinical presentation of an animal. It also includes learning theories, life-stages, and socialisation and habituation recommendations.
Equipment and techniques used to manage and modify behaviour are examined and where possible the content is related to students’ own experiences and cases commonly encountered in veterinary practice. Current research is used to develop scientific knowledge in applied animal behaviour.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to
LO1: Examine the relationship between the natural behavioural repertoire of animals and quality of life.
LO2: Appraise the range of factors that may influence the development of behaviours in animals.
LO3: Evaluate a range of techniques which can be used to manage and modify behaviour within the veterinary setting.