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Jon Bowen

Jon Bowen

BVetMed, MRCVS, Dip. AS (CABC)

United Kingdom

Dr. Bowen graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in 1992 and spent several yearsin first opinion small animal practice. He then pursued an interest in animal behaviorafter completing a postgraduate diploma in behavior at Southampton University, and currently runs the behavioral medicine referral service at London’s Royal Veterinary College, where he also teaches. He has authored several book chapters on behavioral topics and is a regular speaker at both national and international veterinary conferences.

Contributions from Jon Bowen

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Introducing a puppy to its new family should be done around 8 weeks of age

Issue number32.1 Published 22/06/2022

How to prevent behavior problems in puppies

Many owners will choose their puppy for all the wrong reasons, but Jon Bowen identifies some key factors that can help a young puppy develop into a great member of the family.

By Jon Bowen

Modern wolves share a common ancestry with the domestic dog, but their hunting range and behavior may have been significantly altered by the threat from humans.

Issue number24.3 Published 04/03/2021

Canine feeding behavior

Two trends appear to have become fashionable amongst dog owners in recent years...

By Jon Bowen

Feeding behavior in cats

Issue number28.3 Published 12/12/2018

Feeding behavior in cats

We all need to eat to survive. But for humans...

By Jon Bowen