Avoiding direct eye contact, towering over the animal, or making sudden movements.
For veterinary professionals, behavior is a vital sign. Changes in routine behavior—such as a previously friendly cat suddenly hiding, a dog becoming aggressive when touched, or a parrot plucking its feathers—are frequently the earliest indicators of illness. Avoiding direct eye contact, towering over the animal,
Animal Behavior and Veterinary Science: Bridging the Gap Between Mind and Medicine Avoiding direct eye contact