Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research
Volume 3, Issue 3 , Pages 114-124 , May 2008

Owner compliance and clinical outcome measures for domestic cats undergoing clinical behavior therapy

  • Rachel A. Casey, BVMS, PhD, Dip. ECVBM-CA, Dip. (AS) CABC, CCAB, ILTM, MRCVS

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress reprint requests and correspondence: Rachel A. Casey, Cats Protection Lecturer in Feline Behaviour and Welfare, Department of Clinical Veterinary Science, University of Bristol, Langford, Bristol, BS40 5DU.
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  • John W.S. Bradshaw, BA, PhD

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doi: 10.1016/j.jveb.2008.02.001

Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research
Volume 3, Issue 3 , Pages 114-124 , May 2008

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