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11/19/2018 1 The Science of Semiochemicals Valarie V. Tynes, DVM, Diplomate ACVB, Diplomate ACAW Veterinary Services Specialist Ceva Animal Health 

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Page 1: Science of Semiochemicals · 2018. 11. 19. · Semiochemicals Valarie V. Tynes, DVM, Diplomate ACVB, Diplomate ACAW Veterinary Services Specialist CevaAnimal Health. 11/19/2018 2

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The Science of Semiochemicals

Valarie V. Tynes, DVM, Diplomate ACVB, Diplomate ACAW

Veterinary Services Specialist

Ceva Animal Health 

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Chemical Communication in Animals

What is a semiochemical?

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What is a Pheromone?

Pheromones vs. Olfactory Cues

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The response to pheromones is innate and not affected by 

learning!

Active vs Passive Sensory System

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Where Pheromones WorkAnatomical Pathways of Vomeronasal and Main Olfactory Systems

Tirindelli et al, 2009

Emotional Learning and Fear Response This is where pheromones achieve their effect

PHEROMONE DETECTIONAND CONNECTION TO THE BRAIN

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Questions?