Episode 122 – Canine Sociability with Daniel Shaw

Dogs are social creatures and the need for social connection and social experiences as well as the lack of those can sometimes result in unwanted behavioural presentations.

In this super-cool episode, Daniel and I chat about:

· The difference between fear or panic when dogs are separated from social partners and frustration at lacking or hampered social interactions with other dogs and the neurobiological systems that underlie both of these scenarios!

· Social buffering and how this can really help some dogs that are perhaps fearful or anxious.

· How we can help dogs adapt better to differing social demands.

· Differing attachment styles and how these can impact social confidence and security.

· A case I saw the same day as the recording that posed a number of challenges from a canine sociability point of view.

Daniel and I are both really interested in the neurobiological and neurobiochemical underpinnings of behaviour and, dare I say it, can totally geek out about the brain processes that underlie behaviour as well as how we can practically apply this to our cases.

If you're in any way interested in canine social behaviour, neurobiology and treatment approaches of some of the socially motivated behavioural challenges we see in our canine patients, this episode is a must-listen!

If you'd like to learn more about Canine Behaviour, then my "Learn To Speak Dog" course is for you: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/learn-to-speak-dog

And if you'd like to find out more about Daniel's amazing work in the "Brain and Behaviour Academy" you can find out more right here: https://www.brainandbehaviouracademy.co.uk/ or https://www.brainandbehaviouracademy.co.uk/bundles/brain-and-behaviour-plus

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Episode 121 – The Veterinary Behaviour Launchpad and FREE Masterclass

I am SO excited to introduce you to my brand-new course – The Veterinary Behaviour Launchpad.

A course that will literally help you launch your journey of integrating behavioural thinking into your practice.

This course is perfect for you if you:

· Are a vet or vet nurse who wants to improve clinical outcomes by reducing fear and stress in your patients.

· Are an allied professional who works or would like to work with or within a veterinary clinic to help patients experience cooperative care and better behavioural health.

· Would like to add a behavioural service to your speciality or GP practice.

· Would like to understand how physical, mental and emotional health are connected and how to start assessing some of the potential physical health contributors.

· Would like to be able to triage behavioural presentations and give your clients Behavioural First Aid strategies.

The Early Bird price of just 97 US$ for this 6-Module/6-Hour course is available right now but only until February 26th, 2026 at which time the price goes up to 197 US$ so get your spot right now!

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/vb-launchpad

And, I have an added treat for you:

My FREE Masterclass on the "4 Pillars of reducing Fear and Stress in the Veterinary Setting", which will be happening on February 19th, 2026 at 5 pm UAE / 1 pm UK / 2 pm Europe time.

Get your spot in the FREE Masterclass right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/pl/2148741795

I can't wait to see you in the Masterclass or in the Veterinary Behaviour Launchpad Course very soon !

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Episode 120 – Suspicion of Chronic Pain with Dr Hannah Capon

One of the questions I get asked most frequently is how, if you are suspicious that your patient may be experiencing pain or discomfort, to relay this suspicion to the pet's GP vet or caregiver.

Oftentimes, we see something during a consultation – a change in capability, posture, gait or behaviour – that makes us think there may be an underlying physical health challenge for our patient. But convincing GP vets or caregivers of the same can be challenging and frustrating.

That is why, when I saw Dr Hannah Capon present her "Suspicion of Chronic Pain" document at one of the conferences we attended together last year, I had a light bulb moment of "this is exactly what we need".

In this episode, Hannah and I chat about how the resource came into existence, how we like to use it and we highlight all the different scenarios this document might be so valuable in.

It is important to note that this is not a validated tool, but rather an amazing, easy-to-use resource to be scribbled on during consultations and then presented to whomever needs to see it – be it caregiver or GP vet.

It is also an incredible teaching tool to demonstrate that a patient is in pain or discomfort, and exactly which signs are raising red flags for us.

I honestly wouldn't be without it anymore and I have it on my desk for literally ALL of my consultations – canine and feline.

This amazing resource is included in Trinity's Professional Guides E-Book, which you can purchase right here: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/trinity-ebook

And, you can, of course find it in CAM's MemberZone: www.caninearthritis.co.uk

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Episode 119 – 15-minute Speed Coaching with Dr Lilla Balatonyi

Welcome to another 15-minute Speed Coaching Session for Veterinary and Pet Care Professionals!

The rules of the game are as follows:

· Episodes will be in-the-moment, off-the-cuff and unscripted.

· Coaching sessions will be 15 Minutes MAXIMUM, so wherever we finish, we finish…

· Which means that we might not find complete resolution to your question, but we will certainly get the thought process started!

In this episode, I chat to Hungarian veterinarian, Dr Lilla Balatonyi, about one of her complex cases that involves both pain- as well as behavioural management.

Have a listen to the unique challenges that this little Dachshund brings with him and how we discuss navigating those challenges to find a welfare positive outcome for him !

If you'd like to book a 30-minute Vet-Vet or Vet-Pet Care Professional Consultation with me, you can do that right here:

https://calendly.com/trinityvet/teams-and-professionals

If you can't find an appointment time to suit you, please email us at info@trinityvetbehaviour.com to find a time that suits us both!

If you'd like to learn more about Veterinary Psychopharmacology, then my PSYCHOACTIVE is a great option for you: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/psychoactive

And… if YOU would like to be part of a 15-Minute Podcast Speed Coaching episode, then apply right here:

https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/assessments/2148527544

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Episode 118 – A Conversation with Triple Boarded Veterinary Behaviourist, Dr Kersti Seksel

What an honour to have this conversation with my good friend and residency mentor, triple boarded Veterinary Behaviourist, Dr Kersti Seksel.

Kersti is one of the most inspirational pioneers of the Veterinary Behaviour industry, being boarded not only in America and Europe but also Australia.

Have a listen as we chat about Kersti's entry into Veterinary Behaviour Medicine, the early cases she saw, early use of Veterinary Psychopharmacology, and how she started to introduce veterinary mental and emotional ill health to the profession across the world.

We also talk about Kersti's love of teaching – students, residents, vets and allied professionals and how she herself learns something new every time she teaches.

We finish the conversation on a high and talk about how we both feel Veterinary Psychiatry will positively impact our patients, the profession and health on a global scale going forwards.

I hope you enjoy this conversation just as much as I did!

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Episode 117 – Melatonin

This was such an interesting episode to record and one that certainly left me with more questions than answers.

In response to a question posed by a listener, I did a bit of a deep dive into melatonin, which resulted in some very interesting findings…

The general consensus about the use of melatonin within the Veterinary Behaviour world is that we simply don't have enough evidence of its anxiolytic or calming properties – both anecdotally as well as in the literature.

I did, however, find some other very interesting uses of melatonin, which I talk about in the episode.

I also chat about the use of melatonin as part of the "Chill Protocol" as described by Costa et.al. in JAVMA, 2023:

Costa, R.S., Jones, T., Robbins, S., Stein, A. and Borns-Weil, S., 2023. Gabapentin, melatonin, and acepromazine combination prior to hospital visits decreased stress scores in aggressive and anxious dogs in a prospective clinical trial. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 261(11), pp.1660-1665.

In summary, melatonin is an extremely interesting neurohormone that has so many incredible effects, however, the jury is still out on its use and effectiveness as an anxiolytic.

It may, however, be a useful agent for canine and feline patients showing sleep-wake-cycle abnormalities due to Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome.

If you'd like to book a 30-minute Vet-Vet or Vet-Pet Care Professional Consultation with me, you can do that right here:

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If you can't find an appointment time to suit you, please email us at info@trinityvetbehaviour.com to find a time that suits us both!

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Episode 115 – 15-minute Speed Coaching with Kseniia Oliinykova

Welcome to another 15-minute Speed Coaching Session for Veterinary and Pet Care Professionals!

The rules of the game are as follows:

· Episodes will be in-the-moment, off-the-cuff and unscripted.

· Coaching sessions will be 15 Minutes MAXIMUM, so wherever we finish, we finish…

· Which means that we might not find complete resolution to your question, but we will certainly get the thought process started!

In this episode, I chat to veterinary Behaviourist, Kseniia Oliinykova, who is doing an incredible job at supporting her patients and clients in a currently war-torn Ukraine.

These patients are facing such unique and extreme exposures and challenges, that the normal rules simply don't apply.

Have a listen as we chat about creating good sleep hygiene and health, medications that may help in these situations, how to think outside the box and how to come up with solutions that are not found in any textbook.

I am so in awe of the resilience and determination, love and empathy that Kseniia shows to her patients and clients and it just reinforces the fact that we can all do more to help on a global scale.

If you would like to get in touch with Kseniia directly, here is her Instagram account:

https://www.instagram.com/pet_cltr?igsh=M2tienV3b3pvMmds&utm_source=qr

And here is her email address: pet.cltr@gmail.com

I would love to record a "round-table style" episode on the topic of PTSD in our pets and how we can support in some of these unprecedented situations, so if you are a vet, veterinary behaviourist, allied professional or human healthcare professional interested in joining in on this conversation, please email us at info@trinityvetbehaviour.com and hopefully we can get a really interesting conversation started in the new year !

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