An emerging clinical discipline focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral problems in pets and livestock.

“We are finally giving animals agency,” says Jenkins. “When we understand their behavior, we give them a voice. We stop forcing them to fit into our world and start building a world that fits them.”

We are entering an era where technology is enhancing the vet’s ability to "read" behavior. Wearable technology—similar to fitness trackers for humans—can now monitor an animal’s sleep patterns, scratching frequency, and activity levels. In the near future, AI algorithms will likely assist veterinary scientists in predicting illness based on subtle behavioral deviations long before physical symptoms appear. Conclusion