As Dr. Rodriguez began her examination, she noticed that Luna was not only lame but also exhibiting abnormal behaviors such as panting excessively, pacing, and whining. Dr. Rodriguez suspected that Luna's lameness might be related to more than just a simple musculoskeletal injury.
Dr. Rodriguez decided to conduct a behavioral assessment to better understand Luna's behavior and identify potential underlying factors contributing to her lameness. She asked Sarah to describe Luna's behavior in more detail, including her appetite, sleep patterns, and social interactions.
Dr. Maria Rodriguez, a veterinarian with a specialty in animal behavior, had been called to examine Luna, a 5-year-old German Shepherd dog that had suddenly become lame on her left hind leg. Luna's owner, Sarah, a avid hiker, had noticed that Luna was limping after a particularly rigorous hike the previous day.
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