Behavioral Consultations
Behavioral Solutions Created with Compassion and Science
Behavior Assessments involve looking at genetic predispositions, the patient’s experiences and history, the health of the patient, the environment and context, and setting realistic expectations. I generally break down my approach to behavior problems in the following way: How can we manage the problem? How can we modify the behavior of both humans and pets? Would the patient benefit from Medication?
Goals of treatment:
- Safety First: for Humans and Pets
- Humane techniques and tools using modern understanding of canine/feline behavior
- Nurturing the human-animal bond
- Building trust and attentiveness between owner and pet
- Understanding the approach of positive reinforcement behavior modification
- Addressing any underlying issues such as anxiety, fears or phobias
- Understanding the cross over between medical and psychological reasons for behavior.
Examples of behavioral issues that Dr. Cutler can help you with:
Feline
- Agression
- Bringing Your Cat Home
- Obesity
- House Soiling
- Geriatric Issues
- Inter-cat agression
Canine
- Pre-Puppy Counseling (see my paper Are You Ready to Bring Home Your New Dog)
- Storm Phobia
- Noise Sensitivity
- Separation Anxiety
- Fear of Strangers
- Territorial Behavior
- OCD-like Behaviors
- End of Life
For Dr. Cutlers Behavior Qualifications, see Why Choose Dr. Cutler?
If you are interested in a behavioral consultation, contact the Behavior Clinic at (914) 486-0580 or email at behaviorclinicforcatsanddogs@gmail.com
