Our practice strives to provide the best comprehensive pet care, including supporting you with your pet’s behavioral welfare. Supporting your pet through behavioral training can strengthen your bond with your pet and improve your quality of life as well as theirs.
Signs Your Pet May Need Behavioral Intervention
Unwanted behaviors can emerge at any stage of your pet’s life. If your pet presents any of the following signs, it may be time to seek behavioral intervention from our veterinarians:
- Excessive Barking or Meowing: Persistent vocalization without apparent reason.
- Aggression: Unprovoked aggression towards people or other animals.
- Anxiety: Signs of anxiety such as pacing, panting, or destructive behavior when left alone.
- Fearfulness: Overreacting to everyday stimuli or new environments.
- House Soiling: Inappropriate urination or defecation despite being house-trained
You're not alone.
If your pet presents unwanted behaviors, whether they recently emerged or have been present since you adopted your pet, we can help. We can provide screening, guidance, training, insight, and treatment for behavioral problems. From anxiety to stress, we can help your pet achieve a better quality of life through prescription and behavioral intervention.
Contact Us
To discuss your pet’s behavioral needs or schedule a consultation, contact us today!
Lake County Veterinary Clinic – Two Harbors
Phone: (218) 834-4234
Lake County Veterinary Clinic – Grand Marais
Phone: (218) 387-1383
Behavior Medicine Services
If your pet exhibits unwanted behaviors, whether they recently emerged or have been present since you adopted your pet, we can help. We provide a range of services to address and treat behavioral problems:
- Screening: Comprehensive assessments to identify the underlying causes of behavioral issues.
- Guidance and Training: Personalized training programs and guidance to address specific behaviors.
- Insight and Treatment: Expert advice and treatment plans tailored to your pet’s needs.
- Anxiety and Stress Management: Strategies to reduce anxiety and stress, including environmental enrichment and behavior modification techniques.
- Prescription Intervention: When necessary, medications to help manage behavioral issues and improve your pet's quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our FAQ section aims to provide you with quick and helpful answers to common questions about our behavioral medicine services. Whether you’re facing a new behavioral challenge or a longstanding issue, you’ll find valuable insights here.
What are common behavioral issues in pets?
Common issues include aggression, anxiety, fearfulness, excessive barking or meowing, house soiling, and compulsive behaviors.
How can behavioral medicine help my pet?
Behavioral medicine addresses the root causes of unwanted behaviors through assessments, training, and, if necessary, medication, improving your pet’s overall well-being.
What should I do if my pet shows signs of anxiety?
Schedule a consultation with our veterinarians to discuss your pet’s symptoms and develop a plan to manage their anxiety.
Can all behavioral issues be treated with training alone?
While many issues can be managed with training and behavior modification, some may require medication or other interventions for effective treatment.
How long does it take to see improvement in my pet’s behavior?
Improvement timelines vary depending on the issue and the individual pet, but with consistent effort and professional guidance, positive changes can often be seen within weeks.