Ponder Vet Hospital

256 FM 2449
Ponder, TX 76259

(940)479-2782

www.pondervet.com

 

Behavioral Counseling

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Dog behavioral concerns
that we can address:

  • Dog- and human-directed aggression
      
  • Storm anxiety

  • Tail chasing

  • Leash pulling

  • Firework anxiety

  • Noise phobias
  • Food aggression

  • House training

  • Toy aggression

  • Resource guarding

  • Separation anxiety

  • Husbandry (grooming)

  • Anxiety

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Cat behavioral concerns
that we can address:

  • Aggression

  • Going outside the litter box

  • Overgrooming

  • Anxiety

What to Expect:

First, schedule a preliminary consultation and  physical exam to rule out a medical issue contributing to your pet's behaviors. Sometimes, will be prescribed behavioral medication, which can take a few weeks for full effect. This visit will determine if your pet needs a behavior consultation appointment. 

A Behavior Consult is a one hour appointment that includes: a thorough history questionnaire to be filled out prior to the appointment, prioritizing and tailoring a custom treatment plan, and starting behavioral training therapies.

Treatments will vary on the pet's problems and needs but may include: prescription medications, alternative therapies such as pheromones or supplements, home life changes, behavioral counter conditioning and desensitization training, or non-veterinary training and trainer recommendations. 

We do accept referral. All referred clients are asked to continue regular sick and wellness veterinary visits with their pet's primary veterinarian. Depending on your pet's needs, behavioral follow up visits may be provided by Dr. Moriarty or by the primary veterinarian.


dog clicker training

Dr. Moriarty's Credentials:

  • D.V.M.
  • Trained under a Veterinary Board-Certified Behavior Specialist
  • Fear Free Level 3 Certified, 2019
  • Experience with Karen Pryor clicker training, Puppy Start Right


    *Dr. Moriarty is a licensed veterinarian with additional training in animal behavior medicine. She is NOT a veterinary behavior specialist boarded by AVSAB. If you would like specialist behavioral recommendations, please look on https://avsab.org.