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Trupanion, leading pet medical insurance provider, teams up with renowned animal health experts to raise awareness around pet behavioral health
Trupanion-hosted event reveals 5 key tips for managing pet behavioral health SEATTLE, Dec. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trupanion, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUP), the
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[{"type":"text","content":"Trupanion-hosted event reveals 5 key tips for managing pet behavioral health\nSEATTLE, Dec. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trupanion, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUP), the leading provider of medical insurance for cats and dogs, collaborated with a panel of world-renowned animal health experts, to host a live event, \"Understanding and Managing Pet Behavioral Health”, shedding light on the growing issue of pet behavioral health and its potential impact on both our pets and ourselves. Responding to the pressing questions of Trupanion pet parents on this topic, Trupanion Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Steve Weinrauch, BVMS, MRCVS, facilitated the discussion by bringing together three experts in the fields of veterinary medicine: Dr. E’Lise Christensen, Diplomate American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, Dr. Kathy Murphy, BVetMed, DPhil, CVA, CLAS, MRCVS and Dr. Carrie Jurney, Diplomate American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neuro). The timing of this Trupanion-hosted event coincides with rising veterinary visits related to behavioral concerns in pets. Trupanion has reported that 2023 is on track to become a record-breaking year for claims related to behavioral issues, including stress, anxiety, and abnormal behavior. Over the past decade, Trupanion has observed more than a 4x increase in such cases. Trupanion Helps Unlock 5 Tips for Pet Behavioral Well-Being During the live event, pet parents received invaluable guidance on enhancing their pets' well-being by understanding and addressing behavioral issues. Here, we share five key takeaways from the event to help pet parents better manage the behavioral health of their beloved furry companions: 1. Know Your Pet's “Normal” Recognize your pet's normal behavior. Any significant deviations, such as unusual nighttime pacing, should prompt a check-in with your veterinarian. Similarly, any sustained changes in appetite, drinking habits, or the presence of symptoms like coughing, sneezing, vomiting, or diarrhea warrant a veterinary check-up to rule out underlying medical conditions. 2. Prioritize Quality Socialization Quality, not quantity, of socialization and training is key to building resilience in your pet. Pay attention to early socialization and training, which can help your pet develop the necessary tools to navigate various situations and triggers. While puppies are natural optimist...