Dr. Karen Overall, a board-certified specialist in veterinary behavioural medicine, will give a public workshop on Tuesday, February 25, about the issue of behavourial problems in cats and dogs. Her presentation, titled “Help! I think my dog/cat needs a shrink! How the modern science of veterinary behavioural medicine saves lives, families, and sanity,” will take place at 7 p.m. in Lecture Theatre A, Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI. 

Like people, animals are affected by mental illness, including anxiety and depression. Behavioral problems and complaints are the most common reasons why people abandon, relinquish, or euthanize companion animals. Dr. Overall will talk about some of the common problems that afflict cats and dogs, driving their owners crazy in the process. She will discuss how pet owners can understand and treat their animals’ needs so they can all live together happily.

All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For information, call Janice MacWilliam at 902-566-0589.