Behavioural Advice

Behavioural problems can be due to behavioural causes, medical causes, or both.

Consultations for behavioural issues require an extended appointment. This allows our veterinarians to perform a full examination and obtain a complete history of the behavioural abnormalities your pet is experiencing, or you are observing. 

During the examination portion, diagnostic testing may need to be performed to rule out medical reasons for behavioural changes. Behavioural cases can be complex and may require multiple visits. Behavioural problems are often the combined effect of many factors, including your pet’s environment and learning. Genetics can also predispose your pet to some behaviours. However, the expression of those behaviours will depend on your pet’s early socialisation and training.

Treating behavioural problems

There is no simple cure for any behavioural problem. Our veterinarians provide advice, assistance and support but behavioural improvements need to be directed from you and in the home to have success. Our approach is to resolve the underlying issue causing the behaviour and not simply treating the symptoms. We may refer your pet to a veterinary behavioural specialist or a qualified dog trainer to ensure you are accessing complete care to address the issue your pet is experiencing.

For behavioural problems, we advise you to contact us to make an appointment with one of our veterinarians.