COURSE DESCRIPTION
Originally presented in 2022, this three-video series, led by Veterinary Behaviorist, Dr. Amy Pike, will help us understand the cues our patients are giving us through their body language and behavior. Through videos and discussion, we’ll learn to differentiate medical, environmental, and psychological causes of unwanted behaviors.
In session one, we’ll learn “the six M’s” of behavior care. Through addressing each “M” systematically, avoid overlooking or misdiagnosing the problem.
In session two, hear communication strategies to help clients understand why referral to a veterinary behaviorist is important. Communication examples will be provided. Also review the SOCRATES method of history taking and learn how to apply it to behavior care.
In session three, review all the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical therapeutic options available for treatment of behavioral disorders. Understand the mechanisms of action, indications for use, risks, drug interactions, and indications of efficacy.
Upon viewing each video and passing a quiz with a score of 70% or better, you’ll earn 3 hours of RACE Approved CE.
This on-demand course is only available for IntroVet Academy members. Click here to learn more about IntroVet Academy.
INCLUDED IN INTROVET ACADEMY
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
- How to define 6M formula and apply it to manage any unwanted behavior
- How following this protocol can minimize incorrect diagnoses and improper treatment.
- How to respond to and support clients who may be reluctant to try training as a solution to a problem.
- Example conversations to guide discussion with clients about behavior referrals.
- Which medications and supplements are useful for managing unwanted behaviors in dogs and cats.
- The indications, risks, efficacy, and doses for each psychotropic medication presented.
- When and how to begin a psychotropic medication trial and how to assess efficacy.
Upon viewing this recording and passing the quiz with a score of 70% or better, you’ll earn 3 hours of RACE Approved CE.
Estimated time to complete: 3 hours
BENEFITS
Earn 3 hour RACE Approved CE
Learn at your own pace! Registration includes unlimited access to course video for 12 months
Instant access to course video and downloadable notes immediately following registration
Instant delivery of your CE Certificate, upon successful completion of the entire course and passing quiz score (70% or better)
After course completion, your CE Certificate will be delivered straight to your inbox.
*This course is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 3 CE Credits, with a maximum of 3 CE Credits being available to any individual veterinarian or veterinary technician.
This RACE approval is for the subject matter categories of: medical program and non-medical program, using the delivery method of anytime/on-demand. This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements. RACE course numbers: 20-944661
IntroVet is also an NYSE Approved Sponsor of continuing education for veterinarians and veterinary technicians licensed in New York State.
Behavioral Management Strategies: Psychotropic Medications, Training, and Beyond
Only Available For IntroVet Academy Members
On Demand
INCLUDED IN INTROVET ACADEMY
MEET THE SPEAKER
Amy Pike
DVM, DACVB, IAABC-CABC
Dr. Pike graduated from Colorado State University in 2003. After graduation, she was commissioned as a Captain into the Army Veterinary Corps where taking care of the Military Working Dogs returning from deployment spurred her interests in behavior medicine. Dr. Pike completed a Residency program under Dr. Debra Horwitz, DACVB and became board certified in 2015.
Dr. Pike is co-owner of the Animal Behavior Wellness Center with locations in Richmond and Fairfax Virginia. Dr. Pike was recently named one of the “Top Veterinarians of Northern Virginia” by NoVa Magazine for the fifth year in a row.
In her ample spare time (ha ha) she loves to garden and hang out with her active duty Army husband of 20 years, Tom, her 13-year-old daughter Alexa, her 8-year-old son Grayson, and their menagerie/zoo- Pinocchio (27 yr old African Ring Neck parakeet), Dobby (6 yr old Devon Rex), Ike (aka Dwight D. Eisenschnauzer, 4 yr old Giant Schnauzer), Scooby Doo (2 yr old, Mini schnauzer), Ginny (aka Ruth Bader Ginsbark, 2 month old Airedale) and Prickles (1 yr old Hedgehog).
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