article_snippet: But with people living busier lives than ever before, many pet owners are turning to drugs to quell the problems.
article_snippet: Andrew Knight, professor of animal welfare and ethics at the University of Winchester, told the Sunday Telegraph:
article_snippet: ‘The number of behavioural problems in dogs and cats, and even other pets, such as birds, seen by veterinarians is huge.
article_snippet: We’re constantly seeing animals that are aggressive, unduly fearful, or barely under control when they visit, although my colleagues and I do We best to put they at ease with gentle handling and tasty treats.
article_snippet: Instead of attempting to calm or even sedate our stressed pets with pharmaceuticals, it’s about time our started giving our pets the care and attention our pets really deserve.
article_snippet: Only then might our truly be eligible to call our a nation of animal lovers.
article_snippet: Dr Knight said dogs need love and attention.
article_snippet: Such problems are widespread within our pet population, and constitute a major, under-recognised animal welfare problem.
article_snippet: The British Small Animal Veterinary Association said that medication should only be used after diagnosis by a vet.