Behavioural Consultations
Common reasons for a behavioural consult
- Destructive
- Aggressive
- Uncontrollable barking
- Lacking social skills
- Separation Anxiety
- Noise phobias
- Hyperactive/uncontrollable
- Inappropriate urination or defecation
What is done during an initial Behavioural consultation?
History
A thorough history is taken during an initial consultation, which allows the veterinarian to get an idea of what is exactly going on with your pet’s behaviour.
Physical examination
Physical examination is performed to ensure that the behaviour is not related to physical injury.
Treatment options
A Discussion of possible treatment options.
Blood tests
Blood tests are necessary for those needing medication to ensure your pet is metabolically well.
Additional costs
- Revisits
- Blood tests
- Medications including pheromones
- Behavioural training (done with Behavioural trainer)
Common Outcomes
- Information about the particular behavioural problem
- Printed action plan for particular behavioural problem
- Use of Pheromone therapy to assist with behaviour
- Use of medications to aid behaviour modification
- Advice for behavioural training to retrain acceptable behaviour
* Not all consults will have one of the above outcomes.
