Assessment of order effects were of interest as they permitted examination of
prior sleep history on ad libitum food intake and energy metabolism (i.e., continuous adequate 9 - h sleep opportunities followed by 5 - d sleep restriction and 5 - d sleep restriction followed by 5 - d, 9 - h adequate / recovery sleep opportunities).
Liff says that pet parents should be ready with their pet's
prior medical
history (if available), a stool sample for a fecal test, and be prepared with information about how their pet is eating,
sleeping, and urinating.