Behavioral Consults

Dogs and cats can suffer from a multitude of ailments ranging from severe phobias to aggressions. The first step in controlling these issues is to understand the "what and why" of each situation. Proper diagnosis dispels myths in behavior.
It is common for a pet owner to assume that their pet is just being spiteful when in fact they may have a behavioral problem. At Cedar Hill Animal Clinic, we strive to help our clients learn the real reasons for their pet's behavior and then find realistic options for a treatment plan. During your pet's behavior consultation, we will review your pet's history, provide a physical evaluation and diagnosis, and work with you to develop a treatment plan.

Common Pet Behavioral Problems

• Aggression toward people or other animals
• Separation anxiety from owners or other family pets
• Thunderstorm/noise phobia
• Unruliness
• Self-mutilation
• Destruction
• Compulsive disorders (repeatedly performing a behavior to the extent that it interferes with everyday life) like tail chasing, shadow chasing, licking, fly snapping, spinning, pacing, chewing, and toy fixation
• Nuisance actions such as excessive barking, digging, biting, scratching, and jumping
• Urine spraying/marking

Types of Treatment Plans

• Behavior modification
• Medication
• Environmental changes
• Medical recommendations

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Behavior Consultations:
If you feel you do not understand your pet's behavior and need help, we are here to assist you. Through a behavior consultation, we gather information regarding possible causes and contributing factors of the problematic behavior to make a diagnosis and an individualized behavior modification plan that fits your pet's needs.

Schedule a behavioral consultation