Services

We offer consultation and advice in the following areas:

Behavioural Modification

  • Anxiety
  • Barking
  • Social problems between dogs/cats/birds
  • Separation related behaviours/ hyper attachment
  • Aggression
  • Destructive behaviours
  • Fearful and avoidant behaviours
  • Impulse control issues
  • Noise sensitivity
  • House Soiling
  • Resource guarding
  • Hyperactivity

Training Advice

  • New pet
  • Jumping/pawing
  • Introductory to Advanced Obedience
  • Loose lead walking
  • Harness Training
  • Trick Training
  • Recall
  • Crate Training
  • Travel Training
  • Cooperative Health Care

Exotic Animals

For consult purposes any animal that is not a domesticated species of cat, dog or typical pocket pet like rabbits, guinea pigs, and mice.

Examples include:

  • Birds: Psittacines, Birds of prey, Water birds, Flightless birds
  • Amphibians: Axolotyl, Frogs, Salamanders etc
  • Reptiles: Turtles, Tortoises, Snake, Monitor, Alligator, Crocodile, Dragon, Iguanas etc
  • Rodents: Hamster, Chinchilla, Capybara, Squirrel etc
  • Invertebrates: Tarantula, Insects, Crustaceans
  • Hoofstock: Camel, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Llama etc
  • Primates: Lemurs, Lorises, Tarsiers, Monkeys, Apes
  • Non domesticated Felines: Serval, Tiger, Cheetah, Lynx etc
  • Non Domesticated Canines: Wolf, Fox, Coyote, Dingo etc

Management

  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Feeding and Nutrition
  • Enclosure design
  • Enrichment
  • Travelling with pets, car, plane, train, boat
  • Safe Introduction between same and multi species animals
  • Therapy and emotional support animals
  • Pets in the workplace
  • Pets at weddings

What to Expect

  1. Pre-consultation completion of a comprehensive medical and behavioural questionnaire (please allow up to 45 minutes to complete this in your own time). This step is imperative in gathering essential information to ensure the most effective use of consultation time.
  2. Review of questionnaire and any medical notes by behaviourist prior to consultation.
  3. Initial consultation runs for 60-90mins to thoroughly assess your pets behaviour and the management steps currently in place. We will go through training and/or behaviour modification exercises for you to do at home. During this time the pet owner should raise any questions or concerns they have.
  4. Development of a tailored training and management plan. This plan may encompass adjustments to your pet's environment, diet, physical activity, behaviour modification strategies, and specific training exercises.
  5. Once you receive your training and management plan we request you book your follow up consultation
  6. Follow up consultations must occur within 3 month’s of initial consultation.

What's Required of You

Client understanding of the dedication and effort required to effectively address behaviour problems is crucial. Consider the following key aspects:

Diligence:

  Resolving behaviour problems typically demands significant time and effort. Quick solutions are uncommon, and there is no instant fix. Be prepared for active participation on your part.

Commitment:

  A commitment to implementing the changes outlined in the treatment plan is essential. Consistency and follow-through play pivotal roles in achieving success.

Realistic Expectations:

  It's important to recognise that not all behaviour problems can be entirely resolved. Some may necessitate long-term management rather than a complete solution. Your behaviourist will provide practical expectations based on the specific issue.

Continuous Training:

  Training and support for your pet may need to persist throughout their lifetime. Behavioural improvement often involves an ongoing process that requires consistent attention and effort.

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