{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Mind-Jam Podcast: Pet Health & Longevity","title":"Are Behavior Meds Right For Your Dog or Cat?","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/1cfbde8d\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":6936,"description":"With so many dogs and cats struggling with behavior issues, many pet parents turn to behavior medications. However, underlying physical health problems, like pain or illness, can contribute to these issues. Studies show that up to 83% of dogs referred to veterinary behaviorists have an undiagnosed physical issue. Research found that 73% of dogs with excessive licking behavior had an underlying GI disease, and dogs with atopic dermatitis are more likely to have behavior problems. And it’s not just dogs — research has shown that 38% of cats seen by a behaviorist for urine marking also had a physical problem. This highlights an important point: behavior issues in pets are often more complex than we realize. On this episode of the Inside Scoop we're tackling this crucial topic with Dr. Lisa Radosta, a board-certified veterinary behaviorist, and discussing the often-misunderstood world of behavior medications and answering key questions like:How do you know if your pet needs medication for behavioral issues?When should you reach for meds, supplements, or diet changes?What risks should you consider when using behavior meds long-term?How effective are supplements for managing behavior problems?Original LIVE aired Jan.4 2025. To watch video podcasts LIVE, plus take part with your comments & questions, subscribe at Inside Scoop.TIMESTAMPSDog Aging Project Behavior Study - 21:00Intrinsic and Extrinsic Behavior Influences- 25:00Unsafe Situations - 1:14:00Trauma - 1:30:00MENTIONEDDr. Lisa Radosta FacebookIG: @drlisaradosta YouTubeTwo novel genomic regions associated with fearfulness in dogs overlap human neuropsychiatric loci Why do pets get behavior problems in the first place?? Medications for pet behavior problems Pet Wellness Hub  Why do behavior problems get worse so fast?DISCLAIMERS & DISCLOSUREAny third-party products, brands featured or referred to on the Mind-Jam or Inside Scoop Podcasts are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Dr. Karen Becker, Rodney...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/VZO1m9bmdG1aNzkT-tyDLRzOYfZJ97J11umP3xsw0XE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzY0NjYvMTU5Mjk2/MTY4NC1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}