Stress and Anxiety in Dogs and Cats with Dr. Kate Anderson and Dr. Pamela Perry

Much like humans, there are many factors that can lead to stress and anxiety in our animal companions. It’s important to learn to recognize the signs of stress so that you can help your pet find relief. In this webinar, Dr. Kate Anderson and Dr. Pamela Perry from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine discuss stress and anxiety in pets. Learn how anxiety manifests in dogs and cats and what changes you can make to your environment and routine to help improve your pet’s emotional and mental wellbeing.

Hosted by the Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in New York City.

00:00 Introduction
03:07 What are Fear, Stress, and Anxiety?
16:19 Recognizing Anxiety & Fear in Cats
21:28 Anxiety & Fear Disorders in Cats
22:47 Prevention & Treatment in Cats
30:35 Recognizing Anxiety & Fear in Dogs
36:38 Anxiety & Fear Conditions in Dogs
43:55 Prevention & Treatment in Dogs
50:21 Help & Additional Resources
51:31 Q&A

About the Speakers:

Kate Anderson, DVM
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Clinical Sciences at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Anderson graduated from Cornell’s vet school in 2008. She has a diverse background, having worked with both large and small animals in private practice and industry. She is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences at the Duffield Institute for Animal Behavior at Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Anderson is also a Fear Free Certified professional. She lives in Ithaca with her husband and their dog Ernie. She enjoys running, cooking, and baking in her free time.


Pamela Perry, DVM, PhD
Resident in Animal Behavior at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Perry earned her DVM and PhD from Cornell University. Her graduate research evaluated the effects of enrichment on the behavior, welfare, adoptability, and retention of shelter dogs. She has lectured extensively on animal behavior and welfare topics, and is currently a Senior Veterinary Behavior Resident at Cornell University Hospital for Animals and a Behavior Consultant for the Cornell Feline Health Center Camuti Consultation Service.