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More Pets Lose Their Lives Because of Behavior Problems Than any Single Disease
Often the problem we see with our pets has nothing to do with a physical ailment but it is behavioral. Some behavioural problems can be so serious that they threaten the life of the pet when a frustrated or fearful pet owner can no longer cope with the difficult or aggressive actions of their pet and are considering euthanasia.
We are prepared to counsel and support pet owners on how to help their pet’s fear, anxiety or aggression-based problems. Behavior modification is the foundation of any humane, successful treatment plan. Any medications for behavior issues must be prescribed by your veterinarian as part of the treatment protocol. Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine can help tremendously, as a complement. Many behavior problems result from deficiencies or overwhelming emotions in pets. Food therapy, Tui Na massage therapy, and holistic support offer additional options alongside your veterinarian’s care.
The first appointment is often 2-4 hours long. We usually have pet owners fill out a behavior questionnaire at home and email or text it to us for review.
Did you know?
- A systematic, trained approach to pet behavior can help you understand when your pet is having a mental or emotional problem, and how training and teaching you, the human, to ask your pet for good behavior can work.
- The 5-Element Canine Personality Types framework from Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine offers a unique lens for understanding your dog’s temperament.
True behavioral abnormalities that require medication are thought to be rare in dogs and cats. However, literal misunderstandings abound! If your dog is driving you crazy, not eating at mealtimes, only eating chicken, not using the bathroom properly, whining crying, or otherwise driving you beserkers, ask your veterinarian for a comprehensive physical examination as a starting point to be certain your pet is not trying to let you know where it hurts, and contact us for holistic behavior support: Call/Text (813) 816-1759. Feel free to search our articles for stories under the pet behavior solutions category.
85% of dogs with Thunderstorm phobia also have Separation Anxiety. If both problems are not addressed, your dog’s condition will tend to get worse over the years.
Jesse Cohen, CCRVA, CTCVMFT — Founder, Ancient Law Pet Wellness
Holistic care, TCVM & rehabilitation support | Care provided in your home!
Greater Tampa Bay, Florida, USA
Call/Text (813) 816-1759 | Phone/Fax (844) 787-3838
