 
Behavior Consultations
Behavior problems are the number one reason for euthanasia and abandonment in cats and dogs across North America. Tragically, the great majority of these problems could have either been corrected or avoided with appropriate information and timely intervention.
When your pet has a behavior problem, it strains your relationship and causes emotional and often physical stress for both of you. By changing your pet’s behavior you can improve the quality of your pet’s life as well as your own. Don’t give up, there is help.
Services Offered
Behavior Consultations
Length: 2 hours
Description: Includes a behavioral history and evaluation of your pet, explanation of your pet’s problem, diagnosis, prognosis, written treatment plan and a demonstration of applicable behavior modification techniques with your pet.
Counterconditioning Appointments
Length: 30 minutes
Description: Many pets are afraid of the hospital environment, staff, noises and the veterinarian. This appointment is for pets that need counterconditioning to the hospital environment or to specific handling situations (nail trims, ear cleaning, restraint, etc.), or for pets that need to be taught to perform calm and focused behaviors. We will teach you to recognize signs of fear and anxiety in your pet, give you an understanding of why your pet acts fearfully or aggressively to people and teach you how to relieve your pets’ fears.
Baby Preparation Appointments
Length: 1 ½ hours
Description: Includes a behavioral evaluation of your pet and instructions on how to prepare your pet for baby’s arrival. This appointment is for non-aggressive pets. If your pet is aggressive, please schedule a behavior consultation (see above).
For more information or to schedule an appointment contact:
Sarah Marren
(716) 833-9060 ext. 16
smarren@nvanet.com
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Tonawanda, NY 14150
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