Behavioural Advice

Behavioural Advice Behavioural problems can be due to behavioural causes, medical causes, or both. Our veterinarians will investigate behavioural problems by obtaining a full history and conducting a full examination, which may include blood or urine tests to rule out underlying medical conditions. Behavioural problems are often a result of many factors, including your pet’s environment, early socialisation and training. Genetics can also predispose your pet to some behaviour. Punishment of behavioural problems often worsens the situation and it is very important that professional advice is obtained as soon as the problem appears to effectively resolve How are behavioural problems treated? There is no simple cure for any behavioural problem, often requiring a combination of medication and behavioural modification. Changing problem behaviour requires commitment on behalf of the whole family, as everyone your pet interacts with will be responsible for encouraging desirable behaviour. For this and other behavioural problems we advise you contact us to make an appointment with one of our veterinarians.